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Director of Communications 2 Hybrid #260519-0516EX-001
State of Connecticut
Wethersfield, CT (Hybrid)Full time
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Director of Communications 2 Hybrid #260519-0516EX-001
Wethersfield, CT (Hybrid)
Salary Not AvailableDirector/ExecutiveFull time
Posted 2 months ago
Job Summary
Own the Department of Correction's external communications program, serving as the agency spokesperson and coordinating public information, FOI, and legislative liaison activities to shape accurate public messaging and rapid response to incidents.
- Lead agency-wide communications strategy and crisis-information processes.
- Oversee the Office of Public Information, FOI Unit, and Legislative Liaison operations.
- Advise the Commissioner on external matters impacting the agency and manage media relations.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Direct agency communications and public relations programs for the Department of Correction
- Oversee the Office of Public Information (PIO), the Freedom of Information Unit, and the Legislative Liaison Unit
- Serve as the agency spokesperson and advisor to the Commissioner on external matters that may impact the agency
- Lead media relations and manage strategic communications
- Communicate information related to public safety, agency operations, correctional facilities, rehabilitation initiatives, and community reintegration efforts
- Respond to fast-moving situations and ensure accurate and timely public information dissemination
Requirements
- Pass Criminal Background Check
Preferred
- Experience representing an organization at media events, conferences, and public speaking engagements
- Experience building and maintaining relationships with media, agency leadership, and other stakeholders
- Experience creating written, edited, and designed communications that obtain measurable results and engage diverse audiences
- Experience drafting press releases, agency testimony and executive level speeches
- Experience developing crisis communication strategies that ensured timely, accurate information sharing and reduced misinformation
- Experience in digital and traditional media platforms including social media
- Experience performing communications, public relations, marketing, or media relations duties at progressively higher levels of responsibility
- Experience planning and developing communications and media strategy
- Experience conducting public relations and media training for agency staff
- Experience organizing and prioritizing high volume communications activities with measurable results
Benefits
- Visit our NEW State Employee Benefits Overview page!
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer eligibility (may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service)
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Healthy work/life balance for all employees
State of Connecticut
The State of Connecticut – Executive Branch employs thousands of dedicated professionals, committed to providing a safe and thriving environment for our community, and visitors. As a small state, we have so much to offer – education, employment, culture, travel, nature, history and recreation - each of these opportunities positively impact our citizens and businesses. While Hartford is Connecticut’s state capital and home to many of our agency offices, we are proud to offer positions located throughout the state. Some of our most popular work sites are located in Bridgeport, Enfield, Middletown, New Haven, Torrington, and with a higher demand throughout the Fairfield County.We are seeking to hire employees for locations statewide who find inspiration in our culture and values, specifically: - Committed to making an impact - Serving the public through meaningful work - Seeking limitless opportunities to grow - Enjoy a work/life balance (with competitive benefits) - Interested in diversity and fresh perspectives If you can see yourself contributing to our vision, we encourage you to apply to join us!View our open positions and apply via the State of Connecticut Online Employment Center: https://www.ct.gov/ctstatejobs
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