Director of Communications & Public Affairs

DC Department of Human Resources; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Disability and life insurance

Retirement benefit and 401a plan

Employer contributed 401a after one yr

Job summary

Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, DC, seeks a dynamic Director for the Office of Communications. This executive role leads MPD’s communications team and shapes messaging for internal and external audiences, including employees, residents, media, and partners.

The Director will oversee media relations, digital storytelling, branding, events, and marketing initiatives, while ensuring adherence to guidelines and safeguarding public trust.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications-related field required; master's preferred.
• Experience leading communications strategies for large public-safety or government organizations.
• Strong knowledge of media relations, digital marketing, and branding best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional communications team of professional staff and sworn members.
• Advise the Chief of Police and senior leadership on communications strategies, employee engagement, and public messaging.
• Develop and oversee multi-channel communication strategies that align with MPD priorities.
• Collaborate with internal MPD bureaus and external partners to ensure messaging consistency.
• Participate in interview and selection processes for Office of Communications roles.
• Assign, monitor and evaluate projects, ensuring quality and brand alignment.
• Conduct quarterly and annual staff performance evaluations and provide feedback.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Media relations

Public affairs

Digital marketing

Internal communications

Brand management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, DC, seeks a dynamic Director for the Office of Communications. This executive role leads MPD’s communications team and shapes messaging for internal and external audiences, including employees, residents, media, and partners.

The Director will oversee media relations, digital storytelling, branding, events, and marketing initiatives, while ensuring adherence to guidelines and safeguarding public trust.