Director of Communications and Public Engagement
Job Description:
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of “Continuous.” If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified.
TO APPLY: to view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time.
The preferred hiring range is between $100,000 and $122,248.34, plus 6% COLA July 1, 2023. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City’s retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities. Reasonable relocation assistance will be available. Please include with your online application a cover letter, resume, and at least 5 professional references.
To view a downloadable brochure about our Community, City Government, and the position, please click here or go to: https://www.charlottesville.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9547/Charlottesville-Director-of-Communications-and-Public-Engagement-Brochure—2023-PDF?bidId=
Minimum Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s Degree with coursework in public relations, communications, journalism, public administration, or related field.
– At least five (5) years of experience in media relations, public relations or journalism, preferably in the public sector with local government.
(An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be deemed
acceptable)’
The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Values Diversity at All Levels of its Workforce.
