Public Information Specialist

## Public Information Specialist Apply:
Public Works Building:
Full time:
Posted Today:
JR-1003547## Posting Close Date Applicants must submit their completed application by 11-01-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST## Application and Special Instructions Submit an updated resume that clearly details your experience directly related to the Public Information Specialist position.
For questions regarding this recruitment please contact Genevieve.

Hernandez
** Position Specific Summary
** The Public Information Specialist position at the City of Tucson’s Department of Transportation and Mobility is responsible for supporting the City’s initiatives, fostering effective communication and engagement with Ward offices, constituents, businesses, and other local communities. This position manages project outreach, coordinates events, media inquiries, and maintains clear and timely communication with all stakeholders.  Work is performed under the supervision of the Transportation Administrator.

This position does not supervise.  
** Duties and Responsibilities
*** Produces and distributes information about transportation initiatives, projects and services. Attends design and construction project meetings gathering information, asking questions and providing updates to the public about project impacts. Provides support during evenings and at weekend events to assist with sign-in, photographs activities of events and provides communication support. Attends Special Events Review Committee (SERC) meetings to discuss upcoming events and traffic impacts.

Reviews and comments on the event traffic control plan to ensure constituents maintain necessary access during events. Designs project fact sheets, surveys and other materials for events.  
* Coordinates giveaways and manages outreach materials such as postcards, yard signs and newsletters to keep the public informed about project developments. Coordinates with consultants, department staff and food vendors to finalize event schedules and logistics. Prepares informational materials related to Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, for public events to ensure accessibility and public awareness. Collects, scans and uploads completed surveys following events.

* Coordinates, drafts, designs, revises and proofreads outreach materials for events, yard signs, news releases, notification letters, social media posts and project websites.  
* Creates and cultivates relationships with Ward offices, community members and groups impacted by transportation projects. Collaborates and communicates with Ward offices and the community regarding outreach and shares information about upcoming transportation events.  
* Coordinates and designs graphic content for general social media. Schedules social media posts across all official City of Tucson and Department of Transportation and Mobility platforms. Films and edits educational videos to promote the department’s efforts and initiatives.  
* Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.### All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.## MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS### Education Bachelor's degree### Experience Three (3) years of relevant experience### Equivalency Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.### License/Certifications##

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Experience:

Three (3) years of directly related experience  License/

Certifications:

Valid and unrestricted Driver License with two  (2) years of licensed driving is required

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or related field.
Fluency in both written and spoken English and Spanish## POSITION DETAILS### Job ProfileJ
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