DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS_

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONSPrint (overnmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach/jobs/newprint/4609048)DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONSSalary$210,000.00 - $255,000.00 AnnuallyLocationCity of Long Beach, CAJob TypeUnclassified - Full-Time, PermanentRemote EmploymentFlexible/HybridJob NumberHDE24-029DepartmentHarbor - (UC)DivisionHARBOR-STRAT ADV-COMM&CMTY RLNOpening Date08/06/2024Closing Date8/30/2024 4:30 PM Pacific+ Description+ BenefitsDESCRIPTIONTHE PORT OF LONG BEACH IS SEEKING A DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS(This is an at-will position)Salary Range: $210,000 - $255,000 (DOE/DOQ)THE ROLEReporting to the Managing Director of Strategic Advocacy, the Director of Communications directs overall communications and media strategy and activities for the Port. The position brands and promotes the Port’s mission, goals and objectives to internal and external stakeholders and directs the implementation of strategic communications, video/technology, creative design, media relations, and special projects.THE TEAMThe primary objective of the Communications & Community Relations Division is to cultivate and bolster a positive perception of the Port. This involves fostering awareness and understanding of Port operations across diverse audiences, including the international maritime industry, port complex stakeholders, local and regional communities, as well as Port employees. The team is dedicated to delivering strategic communication services, refining messaging, managing media relations, elevating brand awareness and implementing community and educational programs. Responsibilities extend to addressing both anticipated and unforeseen communications challenges and opportunities.Reporting to the Managing Director of Strategic Advocacy, the Director of Communications directs overall communications and media strategy and activities for the Port. The position brands and promotes the Port’s mission, goals and objectives to internal and external stakeholders and directs the implementation of strategic communications, video/technology, creative design, media relations, and special projects.ABOUT USThe Port of Long Beach is a global leader in green port initiatives and top-notch customer service, moving cargo with reliability, speed and efficiency. As the premier U.S. gateway for trans-Pacific trade, the Port handles trade valued at $200 billion annually and supports 2.6 million jobs across the United States, including 575,000 in Southern California. In 2023, industry leaders named it “The Best West Coast Seaport in North America” for the fifth consecutive year. During the next 10 years, the Port is planning $2.3 billion in capital improvements aimed at enhancing capacity, competitiveness and sustainability.EXAMPLES OF DUTIESEXAMPLES OF DUTIESThe following examples are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work performed by the Director. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required:+ Providing leadership and direction for the division that provides all communication and media services for the Port+ Providing direct and indirect supervision of all communication staff, establishing goals and objectives, measuring performance, and ensuring an effective, customer-oriented service level.+ Developing branding, communications, marketing, media relations and community relations to promote the Port and its activities.+ Developing and overseeing a substantial trade and public advertising program.+ Executing and maintaining a comprehensive community outreach program.+ Managing proactive and responsive media relations.+ Directing external messaging to include responding to press inquiries, press releases, statements, and publications.+ Directing interviews and placements of stories, coordinating press conferences and media events for the Port on local, state, national and international levels.+ Representing the Port at public events, activities, and meetings.Candidate Connect: To find out more about this exciting new career opportunity AND the Port of Long Beach, please join us for ourCandidate Connectvirtual information session on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, 5:00PM PDT, via MS Teams. This is a unique opportunity to hear first-hand about the position, speak directly with hiring leaders, ask questions, and learn why the Port of Long Beach is your employer of choice! Candidates are not required to be on camera.To join audio only, call +1 323-451-1087, Phone Conference ID: 182 854 294#.A comprehensive job description is available upon request to Shey-Harding Executive Search (om/search-jobs/#!/1aa92306-9833-4834-a085-d0d19f0491e7/detail) , Attn: Jeff Dvonch, jeff@shey-harding.com ; www.shey-harding.com ; (562) 252-8516.REQUIREMENTS TO FILEEDUCATION:+ Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Communications, Business Administration or closely related field is required.+ Master’s Degree in above fields is preferred.+ Experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the position's duties may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.EXPERIENCE:+ At least 10 years’ communication management experience managing a small to medium staff of creative talent dealing with graphic design, media, and community relations.+ Experience in or with the public sector and working with elected and/or appointed officials will be considered favorably.+ A background in journalism, marketing, and/or media relations and crisis communications for a high-profile organization or company is desired.+ Strong leadership background with experience as a number one or number two management professional in a complex, similarly situated organization or company with comparable challenge and structure is expected.SELECTION PROCEDUREThe final filing date for this recruitment is:Friday, August 30, 2024.The Port reserves the right to extend the closing date without notice if needed. Individuals determined to be qualified and best aligned to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process.HOW TO APPLY:To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter and resume to Shey-Harding Executive Search (om/search-jobs/#!/1aa92306-9833-4834-a085-d0d19f0491e7/detail) , Attn: Jeff Dvonch, jeff@shey-harding.com ; www.shey-harding.com ; (562) 252-8516.If you require accommodation because of a disability in order to participate in any phase of the selection process, please contact (562) 283-7500 or email hrexecrecruitment@polb.com .SAVE THE DATES:Round one interviews will be conducted virtually on Thursday, September 12, 2024. Finalists will advance to in-person interviews scheduled for Thursday, September 19, 2024. Candidates should ensure availability on both dates. The successful candidate will be appointed shortly thereafter. References will be completed for finalist(s); and an employment offer is contingent on conducting a comprehensive background check.The Port of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the Port of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting a.gov/fair-chance-act or ongbeach.gov/hr/about-us/talent-acquisition/the-fair-chance-act/ .THE BENEFITS:An attractive package of executive-level benefits is included with the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse and dynamic areas of the United States:+ Auto Allowance – $550.00 per month+ Executive Leave – 40 hours per year.+ Retirement – CalPERS 2% @ 62, coordinated with social security. Current member contribution is 8.00% for CalPERS, and 6.2% for social security, paid by the employee.+ Pay for Performance – Pay for Performance is awarded based on employee performance as demonstrated through achievement of individual goals, demonstration of required competencies, and available budget funds.+ Deferred Compensation – The City matches a percentage of base salary for qualified members contributing to the 457(b) plan.+ Group Health Insurance – Medical and dental options (HMO and PPO). Free vision coverage.+ Life Insurance – City-paid life insurance policy of $20,000 plus executive insurance benefit equal to three times annual salary up to a maximum of $500,000.+ Disability Insurance – City-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.+ Vacation – Vacation is accrued at equivalent of two weeks on an annual basis. Vacation can be used after six months of service. An employee’s vacation accrual may be adjusted upon hire to provide credit for previous full-time employment at a public service agency. Credit for public service shall only be given for completed years of service as a full-time permanent employee. Public Service credit shall not apply to any other benefits.+ Sick Leave – Accrued at 8 hours per month. Accruals may be converted upon retirement to cash credit toward health and /or dental insurance premiums or retirement service credits.+ Paid Parental Leave – After six (6) months of City employment, the City pays up to 30 consecutive days (160 hours) for eligible employees to take paid time to bond with the child upon birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of 17.+ Holidays – 11 scheduled holidays per calendar year and four (4) personal holidays.+ Education Reimbursement – Tuition reimbursement allows employees to obtain additional education or training.+ Annual Physical – Eligible to receive an annual physical examination at the city's expense through the city-provided program.+ Public Student Loan Forgiveness – As the Harbor Department of the City of Long Beach, a governmental agency, the Port of Long Beach is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.+ 529 college savings plan– The ScholarShare529 plan is an account that allows employees to invest specifically for future education expenses through the Long Beach City Employees Federal Credit Union. Funds can be used from your 529 savings plan to send your grandkids, kids, or even yourself to any accredited public or private U.S. college or university – or two-year technical or vocational institution.The Port of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity EmployerWe do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.www.polb.comEmployee BenefitsThe City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:+ Retirement: California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) defined benefit retirement plan, which is coordinated with Social Security. The benefit is 2.5% @55 for "Classic" members and 2%@62 for new members as defined by PEPRA. Subject to employee contribution. Both the City and the employee contributes toward CalPERS retirement contributions. The city also participates in Social Security.+ Health and Dental Insurance: The City offers the choice of HMO and PPO plans. The city pays major portion of the premium for employee and dependents depending on the health/ dental plan selected.+ Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance policy equal to three (3) times annual salary to a maximum of $500,000.+ Disability Insurance: City-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.+ Management Physical: Annual City-paid physical examination.+ Vacation: Twelve (12) vacation days after the first year of service; 15 days after four years, six months of service; 20 days after 19 years, six months of service.+ Executive Leave: Forty (40) hours Executive Leave per year. The City Manager has discretion to grant an additional 40 hours each year.+ Sick Leave: One day earned per month; unlimited accumulation; conversion upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums, or to pension credits.+ Holidays: Eleven (11) designated holidays per year, plus four personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion.+ Transportation Allowance: $450 per month.+ Deferred Compensation Plan: Optional for employee contribution to a supplementary retirement savings program available through Mission Square Retirement formerly ICMA-RC Retirement Corporation). City contributes 1% of employee's base pay to the employee's 401(a) plan; effective September 30, 2022, the City will contribute 2% of employee's base pay to the employee's 401(a) account. Employees may opt to contribute up to the IRS annual limits as well.+ Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Optional election for employees to reduce taxable income for payment of allowable childcare or medical expenses.+ Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule: Available (subject to City Manager approval).+ Paid Parental Leave: After six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).Management positions - Refer to the Job Posting brochure included in the job posting.AgencyCity of Long BeachDepartmentHarbor - (UC)Address415 W. Ocean BlvdLong Beach, California, 90802Phone(562) 283-7500Websiteovernmentjobs.com/careers/longbeachPlease verify your email addressVerify Email