Strategic Communications Leader – Public Affairs

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Relocation allowance

Job summary

Washington State Department of Services for the Blind seeks a Communication Consultant 5 to lead agency-wide communications, public affairs, branding, digital content, and outreach. You will manage website/social channels, coordinate messaging, and advise leadership on communications and risk while ensuring accessibility and plain language across all materials.

The role requires strategic oversight, collaboration with executive teams, and managing campaigns that support disability-focused

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and direct comprehensive communications programs.
• Proven skills in public relations and media management.
• Experience with accessibility standards and plain language.

Responsibilities

• Lead agency-wide communications and public relations initiatives for multiple programs.

Skills

Strategic communications

Public relations

Media relations

Content creation

Digital accessibility

Graphic design basics

HTML basics

Adobe Photoshop

GovDelivery

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

HTML

GovDelivery

Job description

Washington State Department of Services for the Blind seeks a Communication Consultant 5 to lead agency-wide communications, public affairs, branding, digital content, and outreach. You will manage website/social channels, coordinate messaging, and advise leadership on communications and risk while ensuring accessibility and plain language across all materials.

The role requires strategic oversight, collaboration with executive teams, and managing campaigns that support disability-focused