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Strategic Communications Director - Leawood, KS

Listing Title:
Strategic Communications Director

Listing Description
Want a dynamic and exciting career in communications, community engagement and public relations while impacting multiple facets of local government and helping the public? Think you have what it takes to excel in one of Kansas City’s most sought after communities? The City of Leawood is in search of a conscious, capable leader with expertise in public relations and coordinating a companywide marketing plan to flourish as our Strategic Communications Director. The successful individual must be able to work cross-functionally, pivot quickly, and strategically plan for the future ensuring the success of multiple stakeholders.

THE CITY OF LEAWOOD, KANSAS is looking for a
Strategic Communications Director

Are you the ideal person to become the Strategic Communications Director with the City of Leawood?
•Do you have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, leveraging both strategic insight and technical expertise?
•Are you a strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute communication plans that achieve measurable results, supported by technical proficiency?
•Experience in crisis communication and handling media inquiries in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on utilizing technical tools and insights?
•Proficient in digital communication tools and platforms?
Summary of the Position: The Strategic Communications Director is responsible for developing and executing communication strategies that align with the City’s goals. This includes managing communication to ensure consistent messaging and branding, strategy development, brand management, media relations, internal communication, crisis communication, content creation, budget management, and leadership of communication teams. The role involves overseeing all aspects of communication to enhance the organization's reputation and achieve strategic objectives.

Minimum Requirements: Must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Advertising or a related field. Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in developing and implementing programs of strategic communications and public information. Proven experience in communication or public relations, preferably in government or public sector, demonstrating both strategic thinking and technical abilities.

Accepting Applications through Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Targeted Rate of Pay: $106,172.34 - $130,061.11 / annually, DOQ

Ready to Learn More?

Visit careers.leawood.org for more information about this exciting opportunity.

(Job) Location:
Leawood, Kansas

Website Address (please do not delete the http://):
http://https://leawood.org/human-resources/

Listing Expiration Date:
05/14/2024


Christy Christoffersen