Director of External Affairs and Deputy Communications Director

State of Connecticut•Hartford, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The State of Connecticut, Office of the Lieutenant Governor, is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Director of External Affairs and Deputy Communications Director (Executive Office Administrative Aide 1). The individual will plan and execute public events, lead digital communications strategy and execution, oversee constituent services, and co-manage the office’s internship program. This position is appointed by the Governor in accordance with specific Connecticut General Statutes. The role involves serving as an assistant in a wide variety of administrative, staff, or liaison functions within the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.

Requirements

Meet Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date.
Specify qualifications on the application.
Meet minimum experience and training requirements by the close date, unless otherwise specified.
Accurately list earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions on the application.
Provide documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service for foreign education equivalencies if applicable.
Resumes are not accepted during the initial application process.
Candidates may be required to submit additional documentation (cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure) at a later stage.
Select all location(s) and shift(s) willing to work on the application.
Submit all application materials by the job posting deadline.
Complete additional Referral Questions (RQs) if required by the questionnaire’s expiration date.
Adhere to the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees.

Nice To Haves

Communications and digital content creation experience
Excellent writing and interpersonal skills
Experience managing sensitive and confidential information with discretion
A bachelor’s degree
Experience working in a fast-paced environment and adapting quickly to shifting priorities

Responsibilities

Plan, execute, and staff public events hosted by the Lt. Governor.
Prepare and draft memos for events attended by the Lieutenant Governor.
Develop and execute regular social media content across Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Produce short-form video content featuring the Lt. Governor.
Oversee all constituent inquiries received and determine the appropriate routing to state agencies, legislators, or municipal officials.
Serve as Acting Communications Director during absences, including handling press coordination, drafting statements, and updating the website as needed.
Co-manage recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, training, scheduling, and supervision of interns.