Director of Strategic Communications

State of Connecticut; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State employee benefits overview

Job summary

The State of Connecticut, Office of Early Childhood (OEC) is seeking a Director of Communications to establish and lead a centralized communications function. You will craft clear, accessible materials and align internal and external messaging during major agency initiatives and system changes.

Reporting to the Commissioner, you will develop and execute an agency-wide communications plan, translate complex policy into plain language, oversee high-quality deliverables, and coach staff across

Qualifications

• Experience in communications, public affairs, and content development.
• Ability to develop and edit materials for diverse audiences.
• Translate complex policy, program, data, or operational content into plain language.
• Produce communication materials across multiple formats, including reports, digital content, newsletters, and presentations.
• Experience supporting executive or leadership.
• Experience coordinating cross teamwork.
• Experience working in early childhood, government, or the public sector.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead centralized communications for OEC.
• Develop agency-wide communications plan aligned with the OEC’s mission and initiatives.
• Consult on strategic communications for program and policy changes.
• Improve internal communication processes for better alignment and clarity.
• Establish communications protocols and standards for consistent messaging.
• Produce deliverables: memos, newsletters, website content, social posts, talking points, and updates.
• Translate complex information into clear, actionable materials.
• Provide tools and coaching to improve communication quality across OEC.
• Prepare talking points and briefing materials; assist with media coordination as needed.
• Lead communications during sensitive or high-impact events or announcements.
• Ensure plain language and ADA compliance in processes.

Skills

Communications

Public affairs

Content development

Plain language

Cross-team coordination

Executive support

Public sector experience

Job description

The State of Connecticut, Office of Early Childhood (OEC) is seeking a Director of Communications to establish and lead a centralized communications function. You will craft clear, accessible materials and align internal and external messaging during major agency initiatives and system changes.

Reporting to the Commissioner, you will develop and execute an agency-wide communications plan, translate complex policy into plain language, oversee high-quality deliverables, and coach staff across