Oregon Department of Transportation
Oregon Department of Transportation – Director of External Affairs
Location: Salem, OR – Full‑time – Senior leadership position.
Base Pay Range Salary Range : $10,311 – $15,964 per year.
Position Summary As the Director of External Affairs, you will strategically manage and direct the agency’s government and external relations program, including media and community engagement, and federal, state, local and tribal liaison activities on multimodal transportation, economic development and land use issues. You will play a key role in shaping policy decisions, aligning strategic planning, resource allocation, and operational priorities to ensure ODOT delivers effective services.
Key Responsibilities
Direct and execute ODOT’s state and federal legislative agenda.
Develop fiscal and policy analyses to guide transportation programs and legislation.
Oversee implementation of legislation and major policy initiatives.
Serve as primary liaison with the Oregon legislature and Governor’s senior transportation policy staff.
Collaborate with state agencies to develop and execute transportation policies.
Provide strategic advice to the Oregon Transportation Commission and agency leadership.
Direct operations of the external affairs section, supervising staff in government relations and communications.
Lead the federal affairs program, coordinating advocacy with the congressional delegation and federal agencies.
Manage agency communication strategies for public affairs and outreach.
Work in a hybrid office environment; be on call for emergencies and travel as required.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Seven years of management experience in business operations.
OR four years of management experience in business operations and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Special Qualifications
Valid U.S. driver’s license and acceptable driving record; driving is essential.
What’s In It For You
11 paid holidays and flexible work schedules.
Comprehensive benefits package and competitive base salary.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity.
How to Apply
Complete the application and attach a resume with dates for each employer.
Attach a cover letter (maximum two pages) addressed to Travis Brouwer, Deputy Director.
Answer required questionnaire and checkbox questions before submission.
Complete public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire if applicable.
Veteran applicants may receive preference; submit documents after submitting the application.
For help, contact ODOT Recruitment at 503-910-6372 or email ODOTRecruitmentCC@odot.oregon.gov.
Equal Employment Opportunity ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or other protected class. Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodations. For EEO/AA/ADA questions, contact 1‑877‑336‑6368.
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Base Pay Range Salary Range : $10,311 – $15,964 per year.
Position Summary As the Director of External Affairs, you will strategically manage and direct the agency’s government and external relations program, including media and community engagement, and federal, state, local and tribal liaison activities on multimodal transportation, economic development and land use issues. You will play a key role in shaping policy decisions, aligning strategic planning, resource allocation, and operational priorities to ensure ODOT delivers effective services.
Key Responsibilities
Direct and execute ODOT’s state and federal legislative agenda.
Develop fiscal and policy analyses to guide transportation programs and legislation.
Oversee implementation of legislation and major policy initiatives.
Serve as primary liaison with the Oregon legislature and Governor’s senior transportation policy staff.
Collaborate with state agencies to develop and execute transportation policies.
Provide strategic advice to the Oregon Transportation Commission and agency leadership.
Direct operations of the external affairs section, supervising staff in government relations and communications.
Lead the federal affairs program, coordinating advocacy with the congressional delegation and federal agencies.
Manage agency communication strategies for public affairs and outreach.
Work in a hybrid office environment; be on call for emergencies and travel as required.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Seven years of management experience in business operations.
OR four years of management experience in business operations and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Special Qualifications
Valid U.S. driver’s license and acceptable driving record; driving is essential.
What’s In It For You
11 paid holidays and flexible work schedules.
Comprehensive benefits package and competitive base salary.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity.
How to Apply
Complete the application and attach a resume with dates for each employer.
Attach a cover letter (maximum two pages) addressed to Travis Brouwer, Deputy Director.
Answer required questionnaire and checkbox questions before submission.
Complete public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire if applicable.
Veteran applicants may receive preference; submit documents after submitting the application.
For help, contact ODOT Recruitment at 503-910-6372 or email ODOTRecruitmentCC@odot.oregon.gov.
Equal Employment Opportunity ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or other protected class. Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodations. For EEO/AA/ADA questions, contact 1‑877‑336‑6368.
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