Communications Director job

Responsibilities

• Manage public relations and crisis communications.
• Manage media relations including handling press inquiries, facilitating media interviews, and securing press coverage of programs and initiatives.
• Preparing press releases, op-eds, and media pitches that convey important information about the agency’s work, successes, and challenges.
• Engage users with social media presence to promote the Department’s mission and programs.
• Lead and direct advertising efforts to promote programs and enhance recruitment.
• Develop talking points for key staff.
• Publish performance management reports.
• Ensure branding and graphic standards are followed and consistent throughout the office.
• Streamline the flow of information within DHS and among other City agencies, provider agencies, community-based organizations, and neighborhood residents.
• Build relationships with community-based organizations and other stakeholders to encourage community participation and strategies to enhance the public’s perception of departmental services.

Requirements

• 5 – 7 years of paid experience in communications, journalism, public affairs, or a related field
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field or comparable experience.
• Experience in supervising a team.
• Experience managing complex organizational systems.
• Experience with both digital and traditional communications.
• Experience in media relations and building relationships with local members of the press.
• Experience managing advertising and marketing campaigns.
• Experience with child welfare/juvenile justice systems, child protection laws, and regulations preferred.

Preferred

• Familiarity with, and understanding of, City of Philadelphia municipal operations desired.
• Experience with child welfare/juvenile justice systems, child protection laws, and regulations preferred.

Benefits

• Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!
• Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!