METROPOLITAN WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
Marketing and Communications Specialist
METROPOLITAN WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
The Department of Transportation Planning of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) is seeking a Marketing and Communications Specialist to support the Commuter Connections Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program for the metropolitan Washington, DC region.
Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity. Job ID/Number:
1078-DTP-062025 Posted Date:
3/14/2025 Job Location:
Washington, DC Position Type:
Full-time Division:
Department of Transportation Planning SUMMARY The Department of Transportation Planning of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) is seeking a Marketing and Communications Specialist to support the Commuter Connections Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program for the metropolitan Washington, DC region. Working alongside the TDM Marketing Manager, this position will assist in planning, development, implementation, and evaluation activities related to Commuter Connections’ marketing efforts. This position places an emphasis on digital communications, including social media and website management. Additionally, this position will be the primary person responsible for coordinating the annual Bike to Work Day regional event. EXAMPLES OF WORK Coordinate the annual Bike to Work Day Event and serve as staff lead to the Bike to Work Day Steering Committee. Assist the TDM Marketing Manager in providing direction for the Regional TDM Marketing contractor. Develop, update, and procure marketing collateral such as brochures and flyers. Maintain commuterconnections.org and biketoworkmetrodc.org websites. Coordinate social media efforts for Commuter Connections. Attend promotional events. Gather and manage data and information relevant to evaluating marketing campaigns. Assist the TDM Marketing Manager in coordinating and convening the Regional TDM Marketing Group. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The successful candidate will require strong knowledge of communications field, including marketing, advertising, public relations, development and implementation of communication strategies. Excellent writing skills and demonstrated ability to write for a variety of audiences. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Two or more years of progressively responsible experience in marketing, communications, outreach, public involvement, or a related field; and possession of a bachelor or master’s degree in an appropriate related field. COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Strong skills required for Microsoft 365 programs and web conferencing platforms. Experience with WordPress and Adobe Creative Suite considered desirable. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Ability to write reports, social media posts, and articles for publication. Ability to interact with program stakeholders and fill support requests for data. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate figures and amounts for general accounting purposes. REASONING ABILITY Ability to interpret personnel policies and practices and make appropriate decisions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. COG currently operates in a “hybrid” manner, where an employee may be eligible to telework up to two days per week. SALARY RANGE:
$68,000 - $80,000 Salary Depends on Qualifications If you would like to apply please click
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Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity. Job ID/Number:
1078-DTP-062025 Posted Date:
3/14/2025 Job Location:
Washington, DC Position Type:
Full-time Division:
Department of Transportation Planning SUMMARY The Department of Transportation Planning of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) is seeking a Marketing and Communications Specialist to support the Commuter Connections Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program for the metropolitan Washington, DC region. Working alongside the TDM Marketing Manager, this position will assist in planning, development, implementation, and evaluation activities related to Commuter Connections’ marketing efforts. This position places an emphasis on digital communications, including social media and website management. Additionally, this position will be the primary person responsible for coordinating the annual Bike to Work Day regional event. EXAMPLES OF WORK Coordinate the annual Bike to Work Day Event and serve as staff lead to the Bike to Work Day Steering Committee. Assist the TDM Marketing Manager in providing direction for the Regional TDM Marketing contractor. Develop, update, and procure marketing collateral such as brochures and flyers. Maintain commuterconnections.org and biketoworkmetrodc.org websites. Coordinate social media efforts for Commuter Connections. Attend promotional events. Gather and manage data and information relevant to evaluating marketing campaigns. Assist the TDM Marketing Manager in coordinating and convening the Regional TDM Marketing Group. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The successful candidate will require strong knowledge of communications field, including marketing, advertising, public relations, development and implementation of communication strategies. Excellent writing skills and demonstrated ability to write for a variety of audiences. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Two or more years of progressively responsible experience in marketing, communications, outreach, public involvement, or a related field; and possession of a bachelor or master’s degree in an appropriate related field. COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Strong skills required for Microsoft 365 programs and web conferencing platforms. Experience with WordPress and Adobe Creative Suite considered desirable. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Ability to write reports, social media posts, and articles for publication. Ability to interact with program stakeholders and fill support requests for data. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate figures and amounts for general accounting purposes. REASONING ABILITY Ability to interpret personnel policies and practices and make appropriate decisions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. COG currently operates in a “hybrid” manner, where an employee may be eligible to telework up to two days per week. SALARY RANGE:
$68,000 - $80,000 Salary Depends on Qualifications If you would like to apply please click
HERE
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