Director of Communications

$136,510 - $136,510/Yr

Secretary Of State - Columbus, OH

Part-time - Mid Level

Columbus, OH

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Director of Communications is responsible for organizing, directing, and supervising all communications activities to support the Secretary of State's mission of promoting democracy and economic prosperity in Ohio. This role involves developing and implementing a multi-channel communications strategy, managing communications materials, overseeing media relations, and leading a team of communication professionals.

Responsibilities

• Establish and drive a multi-channel communications strategy.
• Prepare and manage all communications materials.
• Develop brand voice and maintain brand integrity across all platforms.
• Oversee media relations and develop contacts with media members, influencers, and community leaders.
• Lead a team of communication, marketing, and project managers.
• Assist in the creation of digital, video, audio, and print content in coordination with the Chief Creative Officer.
• Track engagement across various platforms and make data-driven decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or a related discipline.
• 5-plus years of communications, marketing, or public relations experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience managing digital content.
• Established media relations is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)