Communications Director jobs in Allentown, PA

Communications Director directs an organization's internal and external communications strategies and programs. Directs and oversees communications programs that effectively describe and promote the organization and its products. Being a Communications Director may conduct market or public opinion research to assess program outcomes. Suggests promotional campaign ideas in various types of media, as well as counsels top management on effective communication strategies. Additionally, Communications Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Communications Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Communications Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Communications
  • Allentown School District
  • Allentown, PA OTHER
  • Position Type:
    Administration/Director

  • Date Posted:
    5/16/2023


  • Location:
    Administration Center - Allentown, PA


  • Director of Communications
    Salary: $105,750-148,050

    Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Business or related field; Masters' Degree preferred
    • Three (3) to five (5) years progressive experience in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Business or related field
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills
    • Spanish fluency preferred
    • Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License
    • Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
    • Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
    • Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Board or Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable

    Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Summary The primary function of this position is to plan, coordinate, implement, and assess the activities relating to district wide public information, community relations, customer service, marketing, web page development, video production, and internal and external communications. This position also provides professional and sensitive assistance to the Superintendent and senior management staff on matters related to the dissemination of public information, management of issues, media relations, and community relations. In addition, the position further develops and shapes a comprehensive image of the Allentown School District, working closely with all of the district's departments and schools.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    • Directs and develops a quality public affairs and communications program
    • Establishes and maintains working relationships with district administrators, press and news media organizations, business leaders, community groups, city officials, and the general public
    • Communicates with all levels of district staff, officials, members of the media, and the general public, both verbally and in writing
    • Collaborates closely with building administration to communicate publicly events and functions occurring in the school setting
    • Serve as crisis communicator for the District and coordinates emergency communications for buildings when applicable
    • Trains staff in effective communication strategies and use of approved district platforms.
    • Serves as main information source for all media contacts requesting data and insights
    • Establishes processes to generate appropriate flow of press releases
    • Arranges, facilitates, and manages media briefings with Superintendent daily, if appropriate
    • Collaborates with the Executive Leadership Team in the development and/or revision to Board policies relating to all areas of communications, including but not limited to print, electronic, and social media communication
    • Conducts research and prepares informational material which will enhance the District's image and public awareness of district operations and activities
    • Compiles reports from a wide variety of sources and data
    • Responds to citizen and media requests in a timely, professional manner
    • Understands and follows district oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions
    • Makes sound and reasonable decisions in accordance with laws, ordinances, regulations and established procedures
    • Performs a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy, meeting time sensitive deadlines
    • Establishes processes to generate appropriate flow of press releases
    • Arranges, facilitates, and manages media briefings with Superintendent daily, if appropriate
    • Collaborates with the Superintendent's Cabinet in the development and/or revision to Board policies relating to all areas of communications, including but not limited to print, electronic, and social media communication
    • Prepares and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements relating to district communications
    • Performs such other tasks and assumes other such responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the Deputy Superintendent or Superintendent


    For more information on this position, please read the full description document.
    • Director of Communications.pdf
  • 24 Days Ago

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Director, Global Marketing Communications
  • Colorcon
  • Harleysville, PA FULL_TIME
  • Director, Global Marketing Communications Colorcon is a world leader in the design and development of specialty excipients for solid oral dosages for the pharmaceutical and nutritional industries. We ...
  • 30 Days Ago

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Warehouse Associate/Forklift Driver
  • Tellworks Communications
  • Breinigsville, PA FULL_TIME
  • Tellworks Communications is a logistics/supply chain company dedicated to Truth, Trust, and Simplicity.We are looking for warehouse associates with forklift experience with high attention to detail to...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Account Executive
  • Allebach Communications
  • Souderton, PA FULL_TIME
  • Location: Souderton, Pennsylvania Employment Type: Full-Time Experience Level: Mid-Level (5-7 years agency experience) Company Overview: Allebach Communications is a dynamic and innovative full-servic...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Communications Manager
  • Via of the Lehigh Valley
  • Bethlehem, PA FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionBegin a fulfilling career as a Communications Manager with Via of the Lehigh Valley, a 2023 and 2024 Top Workplace winner! This position plays a key role in achieving Via’s communication go...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Communications Technician
  • Palisades School District
  • Kintnersville, PA FULL_TIME
  • AV/Electronics Technician – Full time, 12 month position available as soon as possible. The qualified applicant must have experience with computer networks, both wired and wireless, network troublesho...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Director of Communications
  • Robert Half
  • Allentown, PA
  • We are hiring for a Director of Communications for a large, public client in Allentown, PA. This position is full-time, ...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Communications
  • Robert Half
  • Allentown, PA
  • *Onsite in Allentown, PA Monday-Friday* *NO C2C* We are hiring for a Director of Communications in Allentown, PA. This p...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Education Manager
  • Medasource
  • Horsham, PA
  • Medical Information Grants Manager Schedule: Hybrid - 3 days a week onsite in Horsham, PA; 2 days a week remote (40-hour...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Communications Specialist
  • Medasource
  • Horsham, PA
  • Senior Medical Communications Specialist The Senior Medical Communications Specialist will act as a highly visible, inte...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Communications Specialist
  • Medasource
  • Horsham, PA
  • Senior Medical Communications Specialist The Senior Medical Communications Specialist will act as a highly visible, inte...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Communications Specialist
  • QuickChek
  • Whitehouse Station, NJ
  • Overview: As a Communications Specialist, you will work cross-functionally across Murphy USA and QuickChek to support al...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Communications
  • Robert Half
  • Allentown, PA
  • We are hiring for a Director of Communications for a client in Allentown, PA. This position is full time in office. You ...
  • 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Education Manager
  • Medasource
  • Horsham, PA
  • Medical Information Grants Manager Schedule: Hybrid - 3 days a week onsite in Horsham, PA; 2 days a week remote (40-hour...
  • 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

Allentown (Pennsylvania Dutch: Allenschteddel) is a city located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is Pennsylvania's third most populous city and the 231st largest city in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 118,032 and is currently the fastest growing city in all of Pennsylvania. It is the largest city in the metropolitan area known as the Lehigh Valley, which had a population of 821,623 residents as of 2010[update]. Allentown constitutes a portion of the New York City Combined Statistical Area and is the county seat of Lehigh County. ...
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Income Estimation for Communications Director jobs
$184,550 to $257,007
Allentown, Pennsylvania area prices
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