Position Summary:
The Assistant Commissioner of Communications will serve in a critical role within the Commissioner’s office, responsible for ensuring clear and consistent communication with all internal and external stakeholders while advancing the mission, vision, and strategic goals of the department. The Assistant Commissioner will manage the Communications and Engagement team overseeing the areas of media, engagement, digital media, graphics, and content management. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Assistant Commissioner of Communications will lead the execution of comprehensive communications strategies for institutional and programmatic priorities.
Stakeholders:
The Assistant Commissioner of Communications will work close with the Commissioner’s Chief of Staff and the office of Communications and Engagement to deliver supports to the following key stakeholder groups among others:
Commissioner
Department Cabinet: Includes all chiefs across the department
Department Executive Leadership Team: Includes all assistant commissioners
Office of the Governor
General Assembly
Local Education Agency (LEAs) Leadership
External Organizations: Includes partners, vendors, philanthropies/foundations, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
10+ years of communications, public relations, and/or external affairs experience
At least 2-3 years of experience managing a small-to-medium sized functional team
Experience developing messaging centered on political, education, and/or advocacy issues
Expertise in internal and external communications, strategy development, marketing, and technology
Excellent verbal and oral communicator and collaborator
Ability to quickly turn around press statements
Proven organizational skills, with a strong ability to set priorities, manage multiple tasks, and think creatively
Exceptional interpersonal skills; Strong ability to interact with the public and high-level individuals and work collaboratively with diverse constituencies
Demonstrated social and emotional intelligence
Strategic Initiatives & Functions:
Develop communications strategy aligned with org-wide strategic plans
Lead the codification and continuous improvement of communication processes to maximize efficiency, timeliness, and effectiveness
Oversee and approve revisions to TDOE’s online presence including improving the user experience for website and Best for All Central site visitors
Create and sustain a team culture grounded in service, collaboration, and subject matter expertise through strong team management and professional development
Ensuring the consistent consideration of the needs of internal and external stakeholders, providing high-quality service and frequently evaluating satisfaction
Advise key communicators on internal communication materials and strategies
Identify best practices and emerging strategies within internal communications
Measure and monitor performance of communications initiatives to determine potential needs for course correction
This search is being managed by TalentED Advisors, a New York based talent strategy and management firm which partners exclusively with non-profit organizations. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their interest in our mission and qualifications for the position by using this link: shorturl.at/dkmKZ
Reference : Assistant Commissioner, Communications jobs
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