La Grange Park, Illinois
San Jose, California
Posted: 03-May-23
Location: Oakland, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: $183,194.40 to $224,909.40
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Internal Number: 2209
City of Oakland, California
Citywide Communications & Engagement Director
Salary: $183,194.40 to $224,909.40 DOQ
The City of Oakland is an employer of choice; employees enjoy a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits and compensation package.
Final filing date: Friday, June 2, 2023.
The City of Oakland (Est. Population 420,183) is seeking a visionary leader, strategic thinker, and relationship builder to serve as its Citywide Communications & Engagement Director. This is a wonderful opportunity to play a significant role in this dynamic, progressive, high-energy city in the heart of the Bay Area where 21st century challenges are tackled with cutting-edge approaches.
The Citywide Communications & Engagement Director serves as the City’s chief spokesperson and Public Information Officer (PIO) and provides demonstrated expertise in implementing and sustaining a consistent and effective citywide approach to inclusive communication and community engagement. The Director directs day-to-day messaging and communications; leads emergency and crisis communications; ensures citywide brand standards; and is responsible for providing support for and coordination between citywide departments.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Communication, or a related field and 10 years of experience working in the public information field. Experience in the Bay Area is helpful but not essential. Experience as a PIO, journalist, digital content creator, and management experience desired. Government experience is a plus.
To view additional qualifications and submit your resume (reflecting years and months of employment including beginning/ending dates), cover letter, and a list of six work-related references (two supervisors, two direct reports, and two colleagues) please go to: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2209
For more information contact:
David Niemeyer
CPS HR Consulting
(916) 471-3366
To view an online brochure for this position visit: https://online.flipbuilder.com/kper/mxga
City of Oakland website: https://www.oaklandca.gov
The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer.
