Director of Communications and Outreach (Municipal Government)
Mediabistro, Schaumburg, IL, United States
A full-service municipality of nearly 79,000 residents located 28 miles northwest of Chicago is hiring a Director of Communications and Outreach to lead the village's communications operations. This is a department head role, appointed by and reporting directly to the Village Manager, with oversight of a team that includes a Communications Specialist, Web and Multimedia Specialist, a part‑time Video Producer/Editor, and a part‑time Video Technician. The department also works with contracted support for web coordination and graphic design on special projects.
The Director is responsible for all village communications, ensuring alignment with the municipality's mission, branding, policies, and strategic goals. A formal village-wide strategic communications plan is already in place to guide the work. Day to day, that means everything from setting social media strategy and crafting messaging across multiple channels to collaborating with department heads and maintaining consistency in how the village presents itself to residents, businesses, and media.
This is a strong fit for a communications leader with government or public‑sector experience who is comfortable managing a small team, working in a highly transparent environment, and balancing strategic planning with hands‑on content work.
What the Role Covers
Directing all village communications in alignment with branding, corporate goals, and the existing strategic communications plan
Leading and managing a team of communications, multimedia, and video staff, plus contracted designers and web support
Developing and executing communication strategies across digital, print, social media, and video channels
Collaborating with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure content and projects meet objectives and deadlines
Maintaining consistency in branding and messaging across all village communications
Staying current on social media trends and emerging communications practices
Building and maintaining relationships with community members, organizations, and media
Qualifications
Master's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Public Relations, or a related field (or ability to obtain within three years)
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in communications or related fields, preferably in a government setting
Minimum 5 years of managerial experience directing, monitoring, and evaluating staff performance
Track record of developing and executing multi‑channel communication strategies with consistent branding
Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work across departments and with external stakeholders
Compensation and Benefits Competitive hiring range up to $150,000. Benefits begin on the first day of employment and include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a defined pension through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. The position offers flexibility for remote work around life events.
To Apply Visit Mediabistro for full details and application instructions. First review of applications begins April 27, 2026. The position is open until filled.
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The Director is responsible for all village communications, ensuring alignment with the municipality's mission, branding, policies, and strategic goals. A formal village-wide strategic communications plan is already in place to guide the work. Day to day, that means everything from setting social media strategy and crafting messaging across multiple channels to collaborating with department heads and maintaining consistency in how the village presents itself to residents, businesses, and media.
This is a strong fit for a communications leader with government or public‑sector experience who is comfortable managing a small team, working in a highly transparent environment, and balancing strategic planning with hands‑on content work.
What the Role Covers
Directing all village communications in alignment with branding, corporate goals, and the existing strategic communications plan
Leading and managing a team of communications, multimedia, and video staff, plus contracted designers and web support
Developing and executing communication strategies across digital, print, social media, and video channels
Collaborating with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure content and projects meet objectives and deadlines
Maintaining consistency in branding and messaging across all village communications
Staying current on social media trends and emerging communications practices
Building and maintaining relationships with community members, organizations, and media
Qualifications
Master's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Public Relations, or a related field (or ability to obtain within three years)
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in communications or related fields, preferably in a government setting
Minimum 5 years of managerial experience directing, monitoring, and evaluating staff performance
Track record of developing and executing multi‑channel communication strategies with consistent branding
Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work across departments and with external stakeholders
Compensation and Benefits Competitive hiring range up to $150,000. Benefits begin on the first day of employment and include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a defined pension through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. The position offers flexibility for remote work around life events.
To Apply Visit Mediabistro for full details and application instructions. First review of applications begins April 27, 2026. The position is open until filled.
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