Communications Director

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Job Functions Develops and systematically

updates an overall integrated communications strategy to support the

City\'s strategic plan. Creates and maintains communication programs and

initiatives to ensure public and internal awareness and understanding of

key City initiatives and current projects. Proactively identifies

opportunities to leverage a range of outreach tools and technology to

connect with residents and enable interdepartmental collaboration.

Manages City\'s social media presence, including engaging with customers

both proactively and responsively as necessary. Develops effective

working relationships with key stakeholders, elected officials,

community groups, media contacts, and City departments. Assists with

responses to requests and questions from elected officials, media, and

community members. Collaborates with the Information Technology

Department to develop and maintain the City\'s website. Coordinates

Citywide external communications and ensures message clarity and

consistency. Manages media relations for the Office of the Mayor and

other City departments as appropriate, including writing and editing

press releases. Develops content and drafts for print materials,

correspondence, reports, and advertising for all audiences. May serve as

spokesperson to media and external audiences. Develops and maintains

metrics for measuring the effectiveness of organizational communication

initiatives. Establishes and maintains an organizational style guide.

Maintains and manages the Main News Alert section of the City of

Appleton Intranet. Maintains regular punctual and predictable

attendance, works extra hours as required. Other Job Functions When

required, selects and oversees work with consultants and agencies on

communications initiatives. Participates in communications policy

development as appropriate. Pursues national and local media

opportunities that may benefit the City of Appleton. Assists with

Citywide crisis and emergency communications. Assists management and

administrative staff in drafting, editing, and producing correspondence,

reports, etc. https://simplebooklet.com/communicationsdirectoroffice

\*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor\'s degree in

Communications, Public Relations, or related field, five to seven years

communications, public relations, or community relations experience, or

equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the

following knowledge, abilities, and skills: Superior communication

skills, including listening, speaking, and written word. Knowledge of

and, preferably, experience with developing and managing websites.

Ability to develop and maintain effective and positive working

relationships with external and internal constituents, including

citizens and visitors, elected officials, and City employees. Knowledge

of principles and techniques of public, media, and community relations.

Demonstrated ability to think strategically and implement solutions.

Knowledge of governmental policies, processes, and procedures a plus.

Ability to communicate effectively, in oral and written form, to a

variety of audiences. Superior presentation skills. Ability to work

effectively, meet deadlines, and manage projects independently.

Excellent people skills and an upbeat enthusiastic attitude. Strong

organizational skills and keen attention to detail. Ability to speak and

read Spanish or Hmong a plus. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply

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