Senior Outreach Coordinator

Position Title: Senior Outreach CoordinatorPost-date: March 16, 2026Closes: The position is open until filled.Status: Full-Time, ExemptSalary: $81,939-$122,909Location: Maricopa Association of Governments, downtown Phoenix, Arizona.About MAGThe Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) is a group of local governments working together on issues that touch the lives of every resident. We are a regional planning agency that develops solutions in areas such as transportation, environmental and air quality, and human services.MAG serves a thriving region of 5 million people. Our members include 27 cities and towns, three Native nations, and Maricopa and Pinal counties. Our planning area encompasses more than 10,000 square miles. MAG is the council of governments and the designated metropolitan planning organization for transportation planning for the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.Visit www.azmag.gov to learn more. Why Join MAGMAG is a great place to work, offering a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a collaborative environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact. This role also offers a flexible hybrid schedule, with the option to work remotely up to two days per week while spending at least three days onsite in our Phoenix office. Your TeamMAG's Transportation Division provides strategic direction and technical expertise to guide regional mobility and infrastructure development. The team serves as a hub for data analysis, policy planning, and coordination with member agencies and stakeholders. It supports long-range planning efforts, aligns transportation investments with regional priorities, and ensures compliance with federal and state requirements.What You Will DoMAG is seeking an experienced planner or communications professional to lead public and stakeholder engagement activities to support the Transportation Division. Main responsibilities include:Citizen involvement and participation skills and techniques relative to program planning and evaluation. Develop and implement community and stakeholder engagement plans, methods, and tools for a variety of local and regional planning and policymaking initiatives;Support public relations efforts by helping to draft press releases, maintain media contact lists, track press coverage, and assist with media outreach;Develop, publish, and manage content for social media platforms and agencywide or project-based websites;Assist with developing and/or editing written copy for MAG Transportation Division materials and publications;Assist with developing and editing presentations and in presenting material to boards, committees, stakeholder organizations, and the general public;Assist with developing visualizations such as renderings, drawings, maps, and other graphics to help 1) communicate planning concepts to a variety of audiences and 2) translate community and stakeholder input for presentation to policymakers; 3) Prepare written reports and presentations on the findings, key takeaways, and lessons learned from outreach activities;Participate in industry associations and continuing education opportunities to remain current on emerging and best practices related community engagement;Work with Transportation Division management to ensure outreach activities stay coordinated across the organization; andLead special projects as identified by division leadership team or the executive team. The CandidateThe ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:Skilled in:Citizen involvement and participation skills and techniques related to program planning and evaluation.Strong writing, public speaking, and group facilitation.Applying general office practices, administrative procedures, records management, and other organizational techniquesCreating reports and presentationsProviding a high level of customer service and stakeholder engagementTyping and entering data with minimal errorsUtilizing common business software applicationsAdaptable in performing a wide range of duties, frequently shifting tasks of varying nature or complexityAbility to:Communicate orally with customers, clients, or the public in group settings to give instructions, share information and respond to questions. Adapt to rapidly changing, demanding environmentAnalyze and think critically, draw conclusions, and report results accuratelyDevelop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationshipsExercise sound judgement to make critical decisionsMaintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundariesManage multiple projects with competing timelines effectivelyOrganize and maintain paper documents and electronic files accuratelyTechnology Skills:Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. Experience and EducationThree or more years of experience in community engagement in support of plans and public policies related to issues of transportation or public infrastructure.A degree in communications, public relations, urban planning, public policy, public administration or related field is preferred.Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilitiesThe Maricopa Association of Governments is an Equal Opportunity Employer. During the selection process any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the Human Resources Division by calling (602) 452-5032.