Change & Engagement Team Communications Specialist – Rotational Opportunity

Oregon Department of Human Services

Communications Specialist developing communication strategies for DMV to improve employee and customer engagement. Creating public information plans, publications, and executive messaging in Oregon Department of Transportation.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $6,581 - $10,105 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing communication strategies, public affairs planning, and crafting messages for diverse audiences. Proficient in research, writing, and editing for various platforms, including social media and web content.

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Communication Strategy DevelopmentPublic Affairs PlanningMessage Crafting for ExecutivesResearch and Writing SkillsUser Experience Testing

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Hard Skills

Public RelationsChange ManagementContent CreationSocial Media ManagementCustomer Journey MappingMedia Kit DevelopmentPublication ProductionStrategic CommunicationEditing SkillsMessage Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationAdvisory SkillsCreativityAnalytical ThinkingInterpersonal Communication

Industry Keywords

Public InformationEmployee EngagementAgency ProgramsBehavioral ScienceSocial ScienceBusiness AdministrationPublic AdministrationMarketingJournalismProfessional Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Join our team as the change & engagement team communications specialist where you will help shape how DMV communicates with employees, customers and partners.
Develop communication strategies that encourage new technologies, services and initiatives.
Design and execute strategic public affairs and public information plans.
Supervise the writing and production of publications about agency programs.
Research, write and edit internal and external messages including social media posts, news articles, and web content.
Create and execute change and communication strategies that may include user experience testing, customer journey mapping, and media kits.
Advise and create key messages for executive leaders and managers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Eight years of experience directly related to the position under recruitment.
Five of the eight years must have been at the professional level;
A bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, public relations, marketing, journalism, behavioral science, social science, or related field AND five years of professional level experience in public relations or public affairs.
Must have a valid US driver license and an acceptable driving record.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work/life balance
11 paid holidays a year
Flexible work schedules
Paid leave
Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!