Responsibilities

• Executive Collaboration: Partner directly with the Governor’s Office, Secretary of Human Services, Legislature, and key stakeholders to align public engagement with strategic goals.
• Crisis & Media Command: Serve as the primary architect for rapid-response planning and high-profile risk mitigation. Author executive statements and direct on-site press logistics for legislative sessions, hearings, and briefings.
• Campaigns & Digital Ecosystems: Oversee multi-channel strategies (web, social, traditional press) and execute large-scale public education campaigns.
• Compliance: Ensure all communications meet accessibility standards (ADA, plain language), multi-language translation protocols, and public disclosure laws.
• On-Site Operational Leadership: Provide hands-on direction during mandatory, high-priority events, including agency press conferences, State Legislative sessions, and emergency operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or a related field.
• Public Sector PR & Media: Extensive experience in strategic communications, public relations, and public media management within complex organizational or public sector environments.
• Crisis Management: Proven track record in rapid-response planning and high-profile risk mitigation.
• Legislative & Policy Fluency: Deep familiarity with federal and state legislative processes; skilled at translating complex policy into accessible public narratives.
• Leadership & Stakeholder Management: Proven success supervising communications staff and managing relationships with government officials, news media, and community partners under tight deadlines.
• Tools & Compliance: Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and digital content management tools. Strong understanding of ADA standards and public disclosure requirements.
• Emergency Operations: Experience handling public information oversight during active emergency operations and utilizing media data to pivot strategies.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Planning: Secure state retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid leave (vacation/sick time) and paid state holidays.