Senior Vice President, Public Affairs & Communications
About The Position
The Senior Vice President of Public Affairs & Communications is responsible for shaping and executing the public affairs strategies that align with the organization's business plan and strategic goals. The position is responsible for media relations, intergovernmental relations, and community outreach, including the development, management, and implementation of strategic communications with various stakeholders, including customers, employees, government agencies, community organizations, and media representatives. In the absence of the Chief Executive Officer, this position serves as the spokesperson for Capital Region Water. As the Public Information Officer, this position is responsible for emergency and crisis communications, including timely and accurate dissemination of information, media relations, and media monitoring. Working under the guidance of the Chief Executive Officer, the Senior Vice President, Public Affairs & Communications is the bridge between the organization and our community, shaping how we are perceived, influencing policy, and ensuring our voice is heard in the right places.
Requirements
- Minimum of 7 years’ experience in public affairs and communications, or commensurate experience and education
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Proficient in social media communications
- Proficient in desktop and web design/publishing software
- Knowledge of photography and videography and/or ability to plan and execute photographic and video graphic coverage
- Ability to certify in FEMA PIO; including social media certification
- Proficiency in language translation software solutions
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, or a related field, or commensurate experience and education
Nice To Haves
- Spanish language skills preferred
- Master’s degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Shaping and executing public affairs strategies
- Media relations
- Intergovernmental relations
- Community outreach
- Development, management, and implementation of strategic communications with various stakeholders
- Serving as spokesperson for Capital Region Water in the absence of the Chief Executive Officer
- Emergency and crisis communications
- Timely and accurate dissemination of information
- Media monitoring
Benefits
- competitive compensation
- benefits
- opportunities for training and career development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
