Internal Communications Manager

Job Title: Internal Communications Manager

Salary Family / Group: Communications and Media Relations/ Communications

Department: Marketing and Strategic Communications

Location: Maxwell AFB, AL / Hybrid / Remote

Reports To: Senior Director, Marketing and Strategic Communications

Position Type: Full Time

Typical Hours: 40 Hours/Week

Required Travel: No

Contractor: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Closing Date: 13 January 2026

At Civil Air Patrol, strong internal communication is essential to uniting a nationwide workforce and volunteer network to serve communities across all 50 states and U.S. territories. As an Internal Communications Manager, you will help inform and inspire employees and volunteer members by developing clear messaging, strategic communication plans, and engaging content supporting CAP programs and missions. Your work will strengthen organizational alignment and help ensure teams across the country stay connected, supported, and focused on delivering meaningful service to America.

Salary Range

$71,000 – $76,000 (annually), based on experience and qualifications.

What You’ll Do

This role leads internal communications for CAP, ensuring staff and members clearly understand organizational priorities, changes, and decisions. The position develops and carries out an internal communications approach that supports organizational goals and major initiatives, including change efforts. Responsibilities include managing internal communication channels, maintaining a central source for change-related updates, and ensuring information is clear, timely, consistent, and accessible. Working closely with leadership, the role turns complex or sensitive topics into straightforward, actionable messages, advises on the best timing and approach for communications, supports two-way dialogue, and ensures urgent or critical updates are delivered accurately. The role also evaluates how well internal communications are working and makes improvements as needed.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate has experience leading internal communications and supporting organizational change in a complex environment. They are comfortable advising leadership, balancing strategy with hands-on execution, and adapting quickly when priorities shift. The role requires strong judgment, the ability to build trust across the organization, and experience managing internal communication platforms and feedback tools. Familiarity with inclusive and accessible communication practices is expected. Successful completion of a comprehensive background check is required in support of CAP’s commitment to providing a safe environment for minors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and dependent care.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, sick and personal leave, and holidays.
• Professional Development: Training programs and certification support.
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage.
• Supplemental Insurance: Disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity.
• Flexible Work Options: Hybrid/Remote work eligibility and family-friendly policies.

Why Work for Civil Air Patrol

At Civil Air Patrol (CAP), you are joining a mission-driven national organization working to save lives, strengthen communities, and shape the next generation of leaders. As the official civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, CAP blends the purpose of public service with the innovation and agility of a modern nonprofit. Every role contributes directly to meaningful service in America’s communities.

Our people advance youth development, aerospace education, and provide trusted emergency response mission support for military, civil, and government agencies. Working at CAP means collaborating with passionate professionals and skilled volunteers across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and more than 1,400 communities.

We offer an environment where your work makes a visible impact. Employees support first responders after natural disasters, contribute to Air Force-assigned missions, and empower thousands of cadets nationwide. You will be part of a team committed to service, innovation, and continuous learning, with opportunities to grow your career while supporting critical community and national needs.

If you want a career with purpose, teamwork, and the chance to make a difference every day, Civil Air Patrol is where your work truly matters.

To apply, submit a detailed resume via email to employment@capnhq.gov . This position does not offer a relocation package. Salary range: $71,000 - $76,000. Closing date: 13 January 2026.