RRC - Director of Public Affairs

The Railroad Commission Director of Public Affairs performs highly advanced, senior-level managerial work, providing direction and guidance on strategic operations and planning for internal and external communications, public engagement, outreach, and educational work.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in journalism, public relations, communications, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively increasing responsibility in media relations (e.g., print/broadcast journalism, public relations, or communications) and public communications.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing a public relations team.
• Demonstrated experience as a media spokesperson.
• Demonstrated experience in social media engagement.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic communication planning and messaging.
• Demonstrated experience in the writing and publication of speeches, op-eds, news releases, memos, white papers, fact sheets, brochures, and related materials.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and at least 12 paid holidays per year
• Telework options for eligible positions
• Flexible work schedules
• Retirement pension with a 150% agency match
• 401(k), 457(b) and Roth
• Health premiums 100% paid for full-time employees
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness and Exercise Leave
• Career development programs/opportunities for advancement