Assistant Communications Director
State of Missouri Jefferson City, Missouri, United States
- Location: Jefferson City, Missouri, United States
- Categories: Accounting and Finance, Administration and Management, Information Technology and Communication Services
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Jul 19, 2025
Job Description:
Assistant Communications Director
Description
Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.Job Location: Central Office, 105 West Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, MO
Why you’ll love this position:
The assistant communications director oversees communications activities and supports the department's strategic goals by managing internal and external communications.
What you’ll do:
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- Leads a team of managers responsible for the department's statewide communications activities directed toward multiple audiences, including employees, media and the general public.
- Represents the department at internal and external meetings and conferences; meets with internal or external groups to discuss communications issues or policy matters.
- Prepares and executes operational plans in order to achieve department goals and objectives within budgeted resources; develops performance standards to measure and evaluate organizational performance; works with staff to continuously improve processes within the Division.
- Develops and implements programs and standards to ensure the department's messages are communicated to internal and external audiences consistently and effectively; works closely with communications teams in each of the department's geographic districts to provide guidance and support.
- Oversees the application of new communications technologies toward department activities to keep communications tools and practices working effectively for internal and external audiences.
All you need for success:
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree: Journalism, Business, Public Relations, Marketing or related field
- Over nine years of experience in communications related positions.
More reasons to love this position:
MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .
At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.
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