Director of Communications at State of Missouri | Jefferson City, MO

Director of Communications

Jefferson City, MO (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

Job Summary

Own statewide communications leadership, shaping the public narrative and crisis response across press, digital, and internal channels to advance nonpartisan state priorities.

Media relations and crisis management: serve as primary strategic voice and manage inquiries with transparency.
Policy and stakeholder storytelling: craft unified messages with senior leaders and statewide partners.
Editorial standards and cross‑channel execution: ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistent voice across platforms.

Job Description

Act as the strategic hub for all internal communications, ensuring every message aligns with OA’s vision of delivering excellent customer service, every time.
Develop and execute diversified communication strategies that advance OA’s priorities, fulfill statutory obligations, and support statewide initiatives, including Digital Government Transformation.
Shape and direct OA’s public narrative across press, digital, and community channels, maintaining a unified, non‑partisan “voice of the state.”
Oversee all internal and external communications to strengthen OA’s public image and ensure clear, consistent messaging across platforms, audiences, and agencies.
Serve as a primary strategic voice for OA by leading media relations, managing inquiries, crafting statements, and directing crisis communications with transparency and precision.
Lead statewide internal communications to improve operations, address agency feedback, and clearly communicate enterprise policies such as AI, HR, and procurement guidance.
Collaborate with senior leaders, state agencies, and key stakeholders to craft compelling, unified narratives that reinforce OA’s mission and value.
Uphold editorial excellence by ensuring accuracy, clarity, and professionalism across all agency materials.
Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with media partners, agency leaders, and external stakeholders.
Provide strategic leadership to communications staff, setting high standards for creativity, urgency, execution, and accountability.

State of Missouri

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Build the Missouri of tomorrow.Ensure a strong foundation today.Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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Jefferson City, Missouri, USA

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