Communications Manager – State Agency – $36/hr W2 – Phoenix Hybrid – Closes Tuesday

Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid)

$98K/yr - $120K/yr (Est.)Mid LevelContract

Posted 3 weeks ago

Job Summary

Own and manage agency communications across crises, media relations, messaging, and branding, while coaching the team and representing the agency publicly at events.

Develop and maintain crisis communication procedures and policies.
Lead media relations, drafting releases, talking points, and press kits; represent the agency publicly.

Job Description

Responsibilities

developing communication procedures and policies for various situations and crises.
Drafting and publishing media releases to announce agency news and critical public information.
Developing talking points for agency and state leadership.
Responding to media inquiries.
Writing letters, memos, and business correspondence.
Communicating with media outlets and journalists and creating press kits.
Developing branding materials and templates including style guides and brand templates.
Coaching team members on communication skills.
Representing the agency at conferences, events, task forces, and workgroups.

Requirements

Phoenix metro residency with your city on your resume
bachelor's degree
U.S. citizen or green card holder, no sponsorship
W2 only

SunSoft Online

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Since 2006, SunSoft Online has helped Arizona state agencies and organizations solve operational challenges through IT consulting, technology project delivery, and contractor placement. We place skilled professionals in contract and contract-to-hire roles across Arizona government, with W2 and 1099 options and a response to every applicant within 48 hours.Join our free Talent Network to be considered for current and future Arizona state contract opportunities: https://www.sunsoftonline.com/talent-network

Founded in 2006

Scottsdale, Arizona, USA

13 employees

www.sunsoftonline.com

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1% CEO approval

Salaries

SalaryGuide estimate

$98K/yr – $120K/yr

Modelled from 3 comparable roles.

Communications median pay in the United States

$93K/yr

Most pay falls between $70K and $138K. Based on 5,795 salaries.

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