Director of Strategic Communications

As the Director of Strategic Communications, you will lead and manage the department's communication efforts, ensuring clear, accurate, and impactful messaging across internal and external audiences. Your role will involve developing strategic communication plans, crafting press releases, and handling media relations. You will respond to crime scenes, disasters, and law enforcement operations, providing timely and professional communication to the media. Additionally, you will organize community engagement events, oversee social media and digital platforms, and collaborate with city departments to align communication strategies. Your responsibilities also include content creation, building relationships with city officials, managing Freedom of Information Act requests, and assisting in emergency operations. With a strong focus on transparency and public trust, you will work closely with the Chief and command staff, providing daily reports and ensuring that all communication efforts support the department’s mission. The position requires creativity, discretion, and the ability to manage sensitive information, and may involve occasional evening or weekend work depending on events and emergencies.