Director of Communications and Public Relations

The Office ofCommunications exists to preach the Gospel with the heart of Jesus, through thevoice and spirit of the bishop, in order to inform, inspire, evangelize, andcelebrate the people of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux across all mediaplatforms with a consistent voice and brand that encourages growth indiscipleship. The Director of Communications exists to facilitate the externalperception of the diocese and the bishop, leads all diocesan communication campaigns, and provides consultation todiocesan offices for the purpose of communicating the Gospel and the needs ofour people. The Director leads a team in implementing a communication strategyfor platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Website, Flocknote,the Bayou Catholic, and all communication materials produced at a diocesanlevel. The Director has final approval on all communications campaigns incollaboration with the Director of Admin & CFO, the Bishop, and ExecutiveLeadership. ESSENTIAL DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: (other dutiesmay be assigned) •Works collaboratively to identify, develop, andimplement effective internal and external communications strategies towardaccomplishing diocesan goals and objectives. •Advises and supports the Bishop, administrative team,diocesan offices and ministries in all matters of strategic communications andmedia relations. •Directs the media activities of the Office ofCommunications (print, video, social media, public relations, etc.) •Serves as the liaison between the diocese and the newsmedia and supervises the production and distribution of news releases,arrangement for media interviews and conferences, and responds to mediarequests for information •At the direction of the Bishop, Vicars General and COO, serves as the spokesperson (when needed) in issues of urgency, sensitivity. •Manages Communications Office Staff to effectively coordinate workflow and administrative activities. •Develops strategy and manages content for effective communicationto all designated constituencies. •Consults with diocesan offices, parishes, and schools indiscerning and managing needed communication projects and manages all projectintake requests. •Develops and manages production calendar forcommunications projects as reviewed and approved by admin via regular communicationmeetings. •Develops and manage policies and procedures for allmedia and communication strategy. •Engages ongoing research of best practices andevaluating fruitfulness for all communication trends. THIS POSITIONSUPERVISES: Graphic Designer, Senior Digital Media Producer, andWriter and Content Developer, contracted positions, and any other members ofthe Communications team. QUALIFICATIONS TO PERFORMTHE JOB SUCCESSFULLY: Education and/orExperience: •Bachelor's degree in the area of communications,public relations, or related field; Master's degree preferred •5-10 years of communication related experiencepreferred •Experience in communicating on behalf of the CatholicChurch preferred Other Requirements: •Must be able to successfully pass Safe Environmenttraining •Must be able to communicate clearly to all by phone,verbally, and in written form •Must possess extensive computer skills including, butnot limited to, MS Office, Adobe, web-based applications, social media outlets. •Must have skills in email andwebsite platforms. •Must have avery good working knowledge of social media platforms including: Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. •Must have the ability to perform repetitive handmotions. •Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. •Must be able to sit for long periods of time. •Must be able to work in an office setting with andwithout interruptions. •Must have knowledge of the Roman Catholic Church andits teachings and practicing Catholic in line with the teachings of the Church. •Must be able to collaborate with a team. •Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitivesituations and documents/ records. •Must be able to travel in one's vehicle within theDiocese of Houma-Thibodaux. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday; 8:30AM to 4:30PM with one hour for lunch For consideration, please submit: A cover letter A Resume An Online Application Applications are now being accepted until December 27, 2024 or until position is filled. The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees by reason of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information of any other basis prohibited by applicable law. The Diocese, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to require "practicing Catholic" to be a qualification for a position. Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.