Communications Officer

**Posting Date**04/09/26**Application Deadline**04/14/26**Pay Range**Anticipated Hiring Range: $65,000 - $84,375 annually Full Pay Range: $65,000 - $103,750 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.**Job Type**Unclassified**Department**Transportation**About the Position**Join the team that develops, implements, communicates, and facilitates a comprehensive internal communication strategy for the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT! The Communications Officer is responsible for assisting management in implementing strategic initiatives for connections that improve people’s lives. You will also provide adult learning services and manage internal meetings and events. Make a difference and transform our community by applying today!**Proud to Offer*** Work with a greater purpose* Tuition reimbursement* Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options* Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County* Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents* Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families* Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave* Extensive wellness program, including an incentive* Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1**We Require*** One year of public relations or internal communication experience, including learning/training, employee engagement activity, employee event planning, employee career development, or related experience* Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Administration, Education, or a related field* A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis**Other Requirements**Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.**We Also Value*** Two years of experience designing and facilitating various topics for adult learners in an office setting* Two years of experience in event management* Two years of advanced experience using Articulate and/or Vyond and/or Storyline**Job Contributions*** Oversee the preparation, design, and delivery of specialized and continuing education training programs in a specific area of instruction or compliance* Develop materials, prepare, and implement programs for various professional development and partnering support activities* Develop, organize, and coordinate programs designed to advise and assist management in the implementation of strategic initiatives, organizational goals, and engagement activities* Perform programmatic needs assessments to meet established priorities and ensure desired goals are executed* Develop, establish, and maintain report/metric requirements designed to self-audit programs' effectiveness* Develop evaluation instruments to measure the effectiveness of programs and make recommendations* Maintain contact with County stakeholders to meet department goals by administering comprehensive internal communication and partnering initiatives* Confer with and represent the department and the County in meetings with staff from other departments, representatives of governmental, business, professional, and public agencies* Contribute to the unit's services efficiency and effectiveness by offering suggestions and participating as a thought leader and active member of a work team* Obtain equipment, space, and other resources necessary to execute the branch’s strategy**Working Conditions*** Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, or requires walking or standing to a significant degree* Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions* Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration**Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware**Personal Computer (laptop/tablet); mobile phone; dual monitors; Microsoft Office Suite applications, including extensive work in Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint; Articulate 360; Vyond; Storyline; Presentation Equipment (A/V).**Protective Equipment Required**Hard hats, boots, vests, and safety glasses are required when visiting construction job sites.**Selection Procedure*** Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications* Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile* Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.**Apply Now!**in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home.You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are *you* interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it!Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr