Communications Director - City of Pittsburgh

The Director of Communications is responsible for establishing, managing, and implementing effective communication and public engagement strategies citywide to provide timely and accurate information to the residents of Pittsburgh and others. The position is also responsible for developing and managing the city’s communications policies and procedures and overseeing communications citywide, including both external and internal mass communications, public information and outreach, public involvement, and media relations.

The Director of Communications develops and facilitates strategic approaches to emerging issues and serves as an internal consultant, advising the Mayor, department directors and staff on communication strategies and implementation methods based on internal and external communication policies, needs and best practices.

Department:  Mayor's Office
Position Type:  Announcement
Salary:  $107,490 per year.
Union:  Non-Union
Civil Service Classification:  Exempt