Director of Communications
We are seeking a creative and collaborative executive level team member to develop and enact internal and external communications for the OPD. You will be responsible for identifying and recommending communication strategies that ensure consistent and positive brand image across internal and external channels to support our agency's goals, mission, vision and values. You will work both independently and collaboratively, and the role will require you to routinely pivot and innovate. You will manage media relations, web content, social media strategy, and press releases. You will serve as an agency spokesperson, lead efforts to build and manage relationships with the media. You will supervise a Public Information Officer 1 and an Administrative Professional 4. You will report to the Director of Legal and Public Affairs Division, and serve in an advisory capacity to them, the agency's two Assistant Directors, and the State Public Defender.
We are looking for candidates with technical expertise in all aspects of communications and public affairs, and at least five years of demonstrated experience in implementing or managing strategic communication initiatives while creatively using limited resources. We are further seeking expertise in developing and implementing communication strategies, managing complex projects, working in a team environment, proactively building professional relationships with stakeholders, ability to be innovative and creative in communication work, and successfully supporting communication efforts in a government agency.
Your job responsibilities will include but are not limited to :
When you submit your application, please upload a Resume and a Cover Letter indicating how you are best qualified for this position and why you feel you are the best fit at the Ohio Public Defender's Office. The Director of Communications (Deputy Director 2) position is assigned to the State of Ohio's E-2 Pay Range 42. Target compensation for this position is $100,000 - $115,000.
The Office of the Ohio Public Defender complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HCM at 614-466-5394 or HCM@opd.ohio.gov.
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. Our benefits package includes : Medical Coverage, Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period, Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year, Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave, Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more), Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation).
Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Director Communication • Columbus, OH, US