COMMUNICATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT DIRECTOR

City of Waynesboro; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Waynesboro is seeking a Communications and Community Engagement Director to oversee the city's public communications, media relations, and community outreach efforts. This role collaborates with the City Manager and department leaders to keep residents and employees informed about services and programs.

The ideal candidate has strong written and verbal skills, experience with the public and media, and the ability to build positive relationships with community partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, public relations, communications, business, or related field is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience in public/media environments.
• Experience collaborating with city leadership, departments, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the City's spokesperson and Public Information Officer.
• Manage media inquiries and press materials.
• Coordinate communications during emergencies and crises.
• Oversee public messaging and city communications channels.
• Plan and facilitate opportunities for community involvement.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis communications

Public speaking

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration/PR/Communications/Business

Job description

COMMUNICATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT DIRECTOR

Communication & Community Dir

The City of Waynesboro is seeking a Communications and Community Engagement Director to oversee the City's public communications, media relations, and community outreach efforts. This position works closely with the City Manager and City departments to keep residents, employees, and the public informed about City services, programs, and activities.

Responsibilities include serving as the City's spokesperson and Public Information Officer, managing media inquiries, coordinating communications during emergencies, overseeing the City's public messaging, and planning opportunities for community involvement.

The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills, experience working with the public and media, and the ability to build positive working relationships. Candidates should be organized, able to manage multiple projects, and comfortable working with City leadership, employees, and the community.

A bachelor's degree in public administration, public relations, communications, business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, is required.

Salary: $95,000 to 125,000

Exempt

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