The Opportunity:
Washington State Ferries (WSF) has an eclectic opportunity for a communications professional with an aptitude for planning public events and media campaigns. You will manage related projects and collaborate community outreach plans and initiatives, as well serve as lead production of newsletters, brochures, electronic presentations, social media content, and much more.  To succeed in this role you will have an exceptional aptitude in creative solutions and the strong ability to engage a wide audience.

The ferry system is represented by a renowned communications team that supports the largest ferry system in the United States.  Serving eight counties within Washington and the Province of British Columbia in Canada the system has 10 routes and 20 terminals that are served by 22 vessels and approximately 1,800 amazing employees.

At WSDOT, we value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, ethnicities, genders, individuals with disabilities, and lifestyles while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.

This position will perform the following work:

• Develop, implement, and lead community outreach plans and initiatives; plan and staff public meetings.
• Serve as coordinator for public events and media campaigns.
• Assist in developing and implementing emergency response protocols.
• Lead project teams to produce and distribute newsletters, brochures, media releases, website updates, social media content, electronic presentations, and other related communication mediums.
• Represent the agency at media interviews and public outreach events.
• Collaborate with different departments to gather accurate information to share in public materials.
• Monitor and respond to public inquiries.
• Other duties as assigned.

An ideal candidate will have the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree Communications, Journalism, English, Public Relations, or other closely related fields of study.
• Three years of experience in writing, editing, or other communications related experience.
• Exceptional ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

How to Apply:
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. You may need to set up an account profile. To be considered for this position, you will need to attach a resume and letter of interest to your electronic application.
**Feel free to attach creative samples of your work in the attachments section as well.

Employment, Education and Criminal History Verification:
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Contact us:
For inquiries about this position, please contact Peter Asai at asaipet@wsdot.wa.gov.  Please reference recruitment number 18DOT-WSF-90838.

The Washington State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity The Washington State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Office of Human Resources at jobinfo@wsdot.wa.gov.