Northwest Texas Communications Director

Northwest Texas Communications Director - (2602782)

Position Information 

Are you ready to lead a team of talented communications professionals who tell the TxDOT story every day? The PIO Section Director oversees public information officers across seven TxDOT districts in Northwest Texas, from Amarillo to Fort Worth, and all districts in between. The section director manages crisis communications, internal and external messaging while also serving as advisor to TxDOT leadership.

 

Minimum Salary
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: 101,860.00  

Maximum Salary
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: 172,272.00    

Pay Basis
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: Yearly  FLSA Status: Exempt 

Work Locations
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: 

Ft Worth District Headquarters

2501 SOUTHWEST LOOP 820

Fort Worth 76133

   

Travel
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: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift: Day Job  Shift Details: 40 Location Flexibility: Onsite  Location Flexibility Details: Position follows department statewide telework policies

Benefits and Perks 

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

* Retirement Plans
* Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
* Paid Leave and Holidays
* Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
* On-the-Job Training
* Tuition Assistance Program
* Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
* Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
* Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: [Total Compensation Package](https://ftp.dot.state.tx.us/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/hidden_benefits.pdf)

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: [Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)](https://ers.texas.gov/benefits-at-a-glance)

Position Description
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Manages the daily operations for a Public Information Office by overseeing the activities of administrative, technical and/or professional employees. Oversees communications support for multiple districts and serves as a director of the PIOs serving those districts. Can serve as a district’s spokesperson to the public and the media on a variety of sensitive and complex issues. Serves as the district liaison to the print and broadcast media and the public. Work requires extensive contact with governmental agencies and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

**Essential Duties:**

* Directs and supervises the activities of professional, technical and administrative staff and monitors and enhances their
professional and technical training and development.
* Develops goals for the section and manages the planning activities, resources and work priorities required to meet those
goals.
* Directs the daily operations of the section including mid- and long-range planning and budgeting, works with districts in the section to
ensure compliance with Department policies and procedures.
* Organizes and coordinates special activities, such as road opening ceremonies or VIP visits.
* Responsible for staff development through coaching, counseling, providing input on performance evaluations and training
needs.
* Develops and monitors budget.
* Serves as legislative liaison.
* Travels throughout the district or to geographically separated section offices to make personal contacts.
* Writes speeches.

**Minimum Qualifications:**

**Education**: Bachelor's Degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, or related field. *Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis.* [Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications](https://ftp.txdot.gov/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/substitutions-qualifications.pdf)

**Experience**:

* 5 years public relations, communications, or related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). *Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.*
* Must have two (2) years supervisory/managerial experience. *Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.*

**Competencies:**

Extensive knowledge of -

* Policies and procedures used by the communications media
* Budgeting methods and procedures

Expert skill in -

* Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused
* Research and analysis methodologies
* Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

Proficient skill in -

* The use of audio-visual equipment
* The use of photographic equipment
* Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

Ability to -

* Communicate effectively

Other Attributes -

* Shows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervision

**Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:**

* Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
* Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
* Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

**Conditions of Employment:**
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: [Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)](https://ftp.txdot.gov/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/standard-conditions.pdf)

Job
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: Travel/Public Information

Schedule
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: Full-time

Employee Status
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: Regular

Job Type
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: Standard

Job Level
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: Manager

Job Posting
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: Oct 21, 2026, 9:48:19 PM  

Unposting Date
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: Nov 5, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s: Director IV  State Job Code/s: 1623

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)  

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

<https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions>

Applicant Information 

**The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**

*If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.*

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: [Additional Applicant Information](https://ftp.txdot.gov/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/applicant-information.pdf)