City of Alexandria, VA
Salary:
$63,346.40 - $111,477.08 Annually Location :
Alexandria, VA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
2026-00170 Department:
Transportation & Environmental Services Division:
STORMWATER Opening Date:
10/27/2025 Closing Date:
11/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit:
N/A
Communications Officer An Overview Do you have a passion for communication and storytelling? Are you ready for a career move to work with a great team that's progressive and strategic in the way we approach our work, manage people, and service our community? If so, you are highly encouraged to apply for the
Communications Officer
position with the Department of Transportation & Environmental Services (T&ES) to support public engagement/outreach and communications efforts for the Department, with a focus on supporting the Environmental Services (ES) Branch of T&ES, which includes the Stormwater Management Division, Sanitary Infrastructure Division, and Environmental Quality Section. This position will work with the T&ES Communications Team to convey complex information in a clear, simple, and creative manner under the direct supervision of T&ES' Senior Communications Officer, in coordination with the Stormwater Management Division Chief to support the Flood Action Alexandria Program.
The Opportunity Designs and produces creative social media and website content, including short-form video, to promote and highlight Department/Branch initiatives and staff; Develops and implements creative communication strategies to effectively convey key information about stormwater management, sanitary sewer systems, and other environmental programs, projects, events, initiatives, and services to Alexandria residents and employees. Creates and manages webpages, social media posts, newsletters, eNews, and other content, and leads public engagement for stormwater flooding issues, water quality issues, capital projects, sanitary sewer programs, climate change, and other environmental programs; Works with the team to plan, organize, and coordinate the production of eNews, webpage updates, community outreach efforts, and event planning logistics; Collaborates with other staff and consultants, as applicable, to develop and create content for multiple projects under tight deadlines; Assists with media requests and proactively identifies opportunities to engage reporters for news stories; Tracks and reports on metrics such as newsletter subscribers, website traffic, and media coverage; and Performs related work as required.
About the Department
strives to improve the overall quality of life within the City of Alexandria through the development of a superior infrastructure. In order to contribute to the physical, social and economic growth of the City of Alexandria, the T&ES employee team provides services of the highest quality in the areas of engineering, environmental quality, traffic control, transit, construction and inspection, surveying, street, sewer and fire hydrant maintenance, and resource and recovery collection.
Minimum & Additional Requirements
Bachelor's degree in related field and three years of experience in communications, public relations, public information and graphic production or publications editing work, desk top graphic publishing and experience with writing and editing information for wide distribution under deadlines; and completion of college-level courses in journalism, communications, multimedia production, public administration, government, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. The employee must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state of their residence. Preferred Qualifications
Excellent communication skills, highly motivated, results driven, creative problem solver. Possessing a working knowledge of social media platforms and software (Facebook, X, and Instagram), creative software (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar), Microsoft Office Suite, website content management systems (Wordpress, Drupal, or similar), email marketing tools and platforms (Mailchimp, BEE, or similar), and web analytics tools (Google Analytics or similar). Experience with photography and videography is preferred. Notes
Please note that the posting will close on 11/20/2025 @ 11:59 PM EST.
The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, military status, or disability. We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandria's excellent benefits and programs! The benefits referenced on this site, may be changed from time to time without notice. Temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team of Human Resources at 01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of experience in communications, public relations, public information and graphic production or publications editing work, desk top graphic publishing and experience with writing and editing information for wide distribution under deadlines; and completion of college-level courses in journalism, communications, multimedia production, public administration, government, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities?
Yes No
02
Do you possess a valid driver's license issued by the state of their residence.
Yes No
03
Do you have three (3) years' experience in communications, public engagement, creating content for social media, websites, and in person events, and the ability to create, review, and disseminate media content?
Yes No
04
How would you rate your level of proficiency in website design, newsletters, and content creation? 05
Do you have experience developing and implementing communication campaigns?
Yes No
Required Question
$63,346.40 - $111,477.08 Annually Location :
Alexandria, VA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
2026-00170 Department:
Transportation & Environmental Services Division:
STORMWATER Opening Date:
10/27/2025 Closing Date:
11/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit:
N/A
Communications Officer An Overview Do you have a passion for communication and storytelling? Are you ready for a career move to work with a great team that's progressive and strategic in the way we approach our work, manage people, and service our community? If so, you are highly encouraged to apply for the
Communications Officer
position with the Department of Transportation & Environmental Services (T&ES) to support public engagement/outreach and communications efforts for the Department, with a focus on supporting the Environmental Services (ES) Branch of T&ES, which includes the Stormwater Management Division, Sanitary Infrastructure Division, and Environmental Quality Section. This position will work with the T&ES Communications Team to convey complex information in a clear, simple, and creative manner under the direct supervision of T&ES' Senior Communications Officer, in coordination with the Stormwater Management Division Chief to support the Flood Action Alexandria Program.
The Opportunity Designs and produces creative social media and website content, including short-form video, to promote and highlight Department/Branch initiatives and staff; Develops and implements creative communication strategies to effectively convey key information about stormwater management, sanitary sewer systems, and other environmental programs, projects, events, initiatives, and services to Alexandria residents and employees. Creates and manages webpages, social media posts, newsletters, eNews, and other content, and leads public engagement for stormwater flooding issues, water quality issues, capital projects, sanitary sewer programs, climate change, and other environmental programs; Works with the team to plan, organize, and coordinate the production of eNews, webpage updates, community outreach efforts, and event planning logistics; Collaborates with other staff and consultants, as applicable, to develop and create content for multiple projects under tight deadlines; Assists with media requests and proactively identifies opportunities to engage reporters for news stories; Tracks and reports on metrics such as newsletter subscribers, website traffic, and media coverage; and Performs related work as required.
About the Department
strives to improve the overall quality of life within the City of Alexandria through the development of a superior infrastructure. In order to contribute to the physical, social and economic growth of the City of Alexandria, the T&ES employee team provides services of the highest quality in the areas of engineering, environmental quality, traffic control, transit, construction and inspection, surveying, street, sewer and fire hydrant maintenance, and resource and recovery collection.
Minimum & Additional Requirements
Bachelor's degree in related field and three years of experience in communications, public relations, public information and graphic production or publications editing work, desk top graphic publishing and experience with writing and editing information for wide distribution under deadlines; and completion of college-level courses in journalism, communications, multimedia production, public administration, government, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. The employee must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state of their residence. Preferred Qualifications
Excellent communication skills, highly motivated, results driven, creative problem solver. Possessing a working knowledge of social media platforms and software (Facebook, X, and Instagram), creative software (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar), Microsoft Office Suite, website content management systems (Wordpress, Drupal, or similar), email marketing tools and platforms (Mailchimp, BEE, or similar), and web analytics tools (Google Analytics or similar). Experience with photography and videography is preferred. Notes
Please note that the posting will close on 11/20/2025 @ 11:59 PM EST.
The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, military status, or disability. We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandria's excellent benefits and programs! The benefits referenced on this site, may be changed from time to time without notice. Temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team of Human Resources at 01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of experience in communications, public relations, public information and graphic production or publications editing work, desk top graphic publishing and experience with writing and editing information for wide distribution under deadlines; and completion of college-level courses in journalism, communications, multimedia production, public administration, government, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities?
Yes No
02
Do you possess a valid driver's license issued by the state of their residence.
Yes No
03
Do you have three (3) years' experience in communications, public engagement, creating content for social media, websites, and in person events, and the ability to create, review, and disseminate media content?
Yes No
04
How would you rate your level of proficiency in website design, newsletters, and content creation? 05
Do you have experience developing and implementing communication campaigns?
Yes No
Required Question