Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced the appointment of Casey Rogers to serve as her administration’s external affairs director.

Rogers assumes her role in the governor’s office after serving a year as state legislative programs director for the Alabama Farmers Federation (ALFA).

According to the governor’s office, Rogers will serve as a point of contact on Ivey’s staff for federal government offices and state constitutional offices, as well as for municipalities, counties and other entities.

In announcing the appointment, Ivey reaffirmed her dedication to her office being accessible and asserted that Rogers would uphold that commitment.

“The Ivey Administration will always be committed to being the most open governor’s administration, and I am glad to have Casey on board to help further that mission,” proclaimed Ivey. “Every member of my cabinet and staff are here to be resources for the people of Alabama, and I am confident in them as we work everyday to make Alabama a great place to live, work and raise a family.”

Rogers is the holder of two bachelor’s degrees from the University of Alabama. Following her graduation, she held a wide range of communications roles. Prior to joining ALFA, Rogers served as a field representative for the office of former U.S. Rep. Martha Roby (R-Montgomery).

Dylan Smith is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on Twitter @DylanSmithAL