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  • Rural Communities Specialist

    Carson City, Nevada United States State of Nevada Full Time Oct 16, 2025
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    State of Nevada

    The presence of Nevada's earliest inhabitants, beginning about 12,400 years ago, is marked by many petroglyphs and archaeological sites. Baskets, decoys, and ingenious traps are evidence of the resourcefulness of these early people in a harsh and arid environment. European explorers traveled through Nevada in the early 19th century, but it was not until 1851 that the first settlements were established. An Act of Congress created the Territory of Nevada on March 2, 1861. James W. Nye of New York was appointed Nevada's first Territorial Governor by President Abraham Lincoln later that year. On October 31, 1864, President Lincoln proclaimed Nevada's admission to the Union as the 36th state. The State's first elected Governor, Henry Blasdel, took office on December 5, 1864. Today, Nevada is the nation's seventh largest state in land area. Several hundred mountain ranges cross its landscape, many with elevations over 10,000 feet. In contrast, the State's lowest point (along the Colorado River) is only 470 feet above sea level. From majestic mountains to desert valleys, nature has endowed Nevada with diverse and unique ecosystems. The Nevada Legislature has honored the State's natural resources and cultural heritage with a variety of State designations described below.    

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    Job Description

    Announcement Number: 392351120

    State of Nevada
    Invites you to apply for
    Rural Communities Specialist

    THE STATE OF NEVADA
    MISSION STATEMENT:
    The Nevada Way: Empowering the executive
    branch to provide solution-oriented customer
    service to residents, businesses, and visitors so
    Nevada is recognized for its world-class
    destinations, its innovative and business-
    friendly economic environment, its quality of
    life, and its efficiently and effectively run state
    government.
    VISION STATEMENT:
    Governing with transparency and fiscal
    responsibility; working with local government,
    non-profit and industry partners; delivering
    dependable services to citizens and visitors;
    and creating opportunities for Nevadans to
    lead safe, healthy, prosperous, and productive
    lives.

    "OUR CAPACITY TO ACHIEVE
    GREAT DEEDS WILL NEVER BE
    IN QUESTION, BECAUSE WE
    WILL FOLLOW THE NEVADA WAY
    - NEVER GIVE UP, NEVER GIVE
    IN, AND NEVER STOP
    DREAMING."
    Governor Joe Lombardo
    STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS
    The State of Nevada, encompassing over
    110,000 square miles, is a land of vast natural
    beauty, economic diversity, and cultural
    vibrancy. Known as the "Silver State" for its
    historic mining legacy, Nevada today is equally
    recognized for its dynamic cities, rugged
    outdoor landscapes, and spirit of independence.
    Anchored by metropolitan hubs like Las Vegas
    and Reno, Nevada also offers a rich tapestry of
    rural communities, tribal lands, and open desert
    that reflect its deep Western roots.
    Home to more than 3.2 million residents,
    Nevada is one of the fastest-growing states in
    the nation. The state features no personal
    income tax, a favorable business climate, and
    year-round recreational opportunities-from
    world-class entertainment and dining to hiking,
    skiing, and stargazing beneath some of the
    clearest night skies in the U.S.
    With over 300 days of sunshine annually in
    many regions, Nevada's climate ranges from the
    dry heat of the Mojave Desert to the four-
    season beauty of the Sierra Nevada. The state is
    also home to Lake Tahoe, Great Basin National
    Park, Red Rock Canyon, and more than 800,000
    acres of state park land.
    Nevada balances innovation and tradition,
    offering a high quality of life, a growing
    emphasis on sustainability and technology, and
    a commitment to preserving the natural and
    cultural richness that makes the state truly one
    of a kind.
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    VISION STATEMENT:
    UNIT SECTIONS:
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    Nevada Department of Transportation
    Provide, operate, and preserve a reliable and sustainable transportation system that enhances
    safety, quality of life and economic development through innovation and collaboration.

    Lead Nevada in providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation choices for all.

    The Rural Communities Specialist is a high-level position that
    engages in continual dialogue and relationship-building with
    rural Nevada community leaders, residents and other key
    stakeholders on transportation needs and initiatives. The
    Rural Communities Specialist will: track legislation/ordinances
    and public meeting agenda items, serve as a liaison with and
    resource for elected officials in rural areas, and streamline
    communications regarding legislative priorities. The position
    will support NDOT's public policy efforts by monitoring
    various government meetings, coordinating community and
    government relations in non-urbanized areas, tracking
    emerging local and state government activity affecting
    NDOT, and researching and analyzing public policy issues.
    Communications DivisionNDOT seeks a Rural Communities Specialist to develop and
    maintain strong relationships with stakeholders in non-urbanized
    communities. The incumbent will excel at tracking issues,
    responding to constituents/stakeholders, working with other
    divisions and articulating NDOT's goals and planning efforts.

    The Rural Communities Specialist will communicate and coordinate with rural government
    agencies and quasi-government agencies on transportation projects and initiatives to ensure
    timely follow through and response, coordinate with planning outreach efforts and events related
    to NDOT's public affairs and Communications Division efforts; develop and maintain key
    department reports and documents; develop presentations for various interest groups regarding
    issues; provide rural government feedback/comments to management; analyze and evaluate data,
    reports, and other relevant organizational documentation; provide recommendations on
    community and government relations initiatives of NDOT and how those issues relate to
    Department policies and positions. The incumbent will also represent, and present on behalf of,
    NDOT at rural government meetings and related gatherings. The Rural Communities Specialist
    will coordinate with divisions of NDOT as needed to address comments from constituents and
    elected officials in non-urbanized areas. This position involves public speaking and may interact
    with media. The Rural Communities Specialist position involves travel within the State of
    Nevada by vehicle and air.

    A bachelor's degree in Communications, Government Administration, Political
    Science, Planning or a related field. A minimum of four years of relevant experience
    in government or community relations. Knowledge of local and state government
    processes. Equivalent relevant work experience may substitute for formal education.

    Detail-oriented
    Excellent writing skills
    Exceptional public speaking ability
    Proficient at Microsoft Office
    Ability to track legislation/ordinances
    Ability to travel frequently within the state
    Ability to analyze legislation

    Annual salary per Employee/Employer
    Pay: $100,209/yr.

    Carson City w/ travel to rural communities

    THE IDEAL
    CANDIDATE
    Join a team where your impact
    will matter from day one.
    Qualifications:
    Salary:
    LOCATION:
    WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
    WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: KEY QUALITIES &
    COMPETENCIES:
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    STATE BENEFITS
    The State of Nevada offers a wide array of benefits to employees, including:
    • Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance coverage
    • Twelve paid holidays per year
    • Three weeks of annual leave
    • Three weeks of sick leave
    • Participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)
    • Access to a tax-sheltered deferred compensation plan
    • No Social Security contributions (Medicare deduction still required)
    • Additional benefits for long-term employees
    • CBA
    The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and
    innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve
    them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age,
    disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic
    information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
    5 Joe Harrington
    Communications Director
    Nevada Department of Transportation
    jharrington@dot.nv.gov

    APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
    Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis and will continue to be accepted
    until the position is filled. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to submit their
    applications as soon as possible. Hiring may occur at any time during the recruitment process.
    Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional
    references to:
    In your cover letter please indicate how you heard about this position. If you heard about
    this position through a website, please specify which website.
    Thank you!
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    Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied
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