Director of Communications / Operations Manager I

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

CITY OF BALTIMORE, OFFICE OF THE CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

Baltimore City Council

The Office of the City Council President is seeking an established, outgoing Director of Communications to lead a staff of highly motivated team members. The ideal candidate will administer the public information program and perform a variety of media and communication duties. Work in this class involves supervising office support personnel.

SALARY: $99,053.00 - $163,237.00

Title: Director of Communications

Closing Date: Continuous until filled

Job Type: Non-Civil Service, Full-time

Work Hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm, occasional evening work

TYPICAL WORK EXAMPLES

• Manage the public information program; meets with the council president, chief of staff and team members to gather information and determine promotional needs of the department.
• Acts as liaison between the City Council and the local news media (radio, television and newspapers, social media), other government agencies and community organizations to promote agency activities and services, and exchange information and counteract unfavorable publicity.
• Plans, organizes and monitors special events and ceremonies such as dedications, awards and groundbreakings, etc.
• Photographs or videotapes events, facilities or operations for use in promotional materials.
• Scripts and compiles slide shows, short films and exhibits.
• Designs, writes and oversees the printing of pamphlets, brochures and flyers publicizing events and activities.
• Supervise office support personnel or assign and review the work of subordinate team members.
• Answers requests for general information; makes public appearances and speaks before community and special interest groups.
• Researches and compiles background material; may compose speeches for the Council President and staff members.
• Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of public information.
• Knowledge of the preparation of material for release to the media (press, radio and television, social media). Knowledge of graphic arts, materials and applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with media, civic, social and community organizations, government agencies and the general public.
• Ability to plan and organize a promotional campaign.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Requirements - A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university and three years in performing public information or public relations work.

Equivalencies - Equivalent combination of education and experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES

Not Applicable.

ABOUT THE CITY OF BALTIMORE’S WORKFORCE

With a 15,000+ employee stakeholder workforce, the City of Baltimore’s occupations span from executive and managerial to laboring, including public health and safety, clerical, technical, administrative, and support capacities throughout the metropolitan area. Operating under a Civil Service System, the majority of stakeholders are represented by one of nine labor unions; with a large body of appointed positions.

This career opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary, commensurate with education and experience. Individuals under final consideration for appointment to this position will be required to submit to a criminal background check. This position will remain posted until the closing date listed or until filled.

NOTES:

• EDUCATION ACCREDITATION: Applicants education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.
• CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK: Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to authorize the release of and successfully complete a criminal conviction check.
• Financial Disclosure: This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.

The City of Baltimore is an Equal Opportunity Employer.