Job Description
Posting number: 03183
Department: Division of Transportation
Job classification: Transportation Information Coordinator
Posting type: Open
Categories: Administration
Summary
The general function of the position within the Division of Transportation is to prepare and coordinate transportation related information. This position is responsible for overall DOT public and stakeholder communications, providing meeting support and preparing presentations, developing project branding materials, and overseeing department FOIA compliance. This position reports to the Assistant County Engineer and will support all DOT departments.
This is an office position, with regular hours of work Monday through Friday, from 8:00am - 4:30pm, with some occasional evening public meetings. Alternative work schedules are available including varying start times and remote work opportunities.
Examples of duties
- Develop and update project websites, including Virtual Public Forums
- Update and maintain the DOT website for ADA compliance
- Attend public meetings and help communicate project information with stakeholders
- Develop presentations intended for the Lake County Board, civic organizations, industry events and the public. Examples include the 5-Year Transportation Improvement Program, project updates, and department overviews.
- Develop various signage for the DOT campus and office digital displays
- Create and update brochures (e.g. Ride Lake County, PASSAGE, Roundabouts, etc.)
- Develop logos for various initiatives
- Manage DOT Social Media accounts
- Communicate with elected officials and residents regarding specific questions or requests
- Provide project and department information with the County communications team for various countywide newsletters and updates
- Serve as the DOT Freedom of Information Act Officer (FOIA Officer)
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Communication: excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Customer Service: provides prompt and courteous customer service and must be able to work well with elected officials, co-workers, other agencies, and members of the public
- Results Oriented: possess the ability to effectively problem solve, be extremely organized, have good time management skills, and can work both individually and in a team atmosphere
- Detail Oriented: completes tasks and drafts correspondence free of errors and omissions
- Technology: be proficient in Office 365 products, website design, and managing social media accounts
- Professionalism: conduct daily work with a high level of professionalism and collaboration that will reflect positively on the department
Education and/or Other Requirements
- Requires a Bachelor's degree in Communications or a related field, transportation knowledge or past experience a plus
- Minimum of two years of experience, public sector experience a plus
Supplemental information
Physical Requirements
- Requires light work involving standing or walking some of the time, exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular basis, and moderate dexterity in operating machinery, tools, or office equipment.
Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County! Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug testing, and may include a pre-employment medical exam.
Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
