Top 2 Board Of Directors Jobs in Chicago, IL

Director of Public Affairs
Chicago Board of Election Commissioners —Chicago, IL
- $123,786 a year
- Extended hours
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Office
Quick Apply

Discover related jobs

Based on your search for Board Of Directors jobs.

Volunteer Board Member
Tellin' Tales Theatre Company —Chicago, IL
Educators, administrators, artists, advocates, social service professionals, and leaders who believe in the transformative power of inclusive arts programming.
From $17 an hour
Quick Apply
Event Server
BLUE PLATE CATERING LTD —Chicago, IL
Be a Star: Welcome guests with professionalism, responding promptly and respectfully to their needs, answering questions about the menu, wines, and the event…
$18 - $23 an hour
Quick Apply
13d

Show more related jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

Program Manager for ECE Director
Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities —Columbus, OH
Supervise and support all ECE secretarial staff, providing leadership, guidance and performance oversight. In close collaboration with the ECE Director, this…
$21.08 - $24.49 an hour

I want to receive the latest job alert for Board Of Directors in Chicago, IL

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

Board Of Directors jobs near Chicago, IL

Public Affairs Specialist jobs in Chicago, IL

Public Affairs Specialist jobs in San Francisco, CA

Public Administration Internship jobs in Washington, DC

Public Affairs Specialist jobs in Fort Meade, MD

Medical Affairs jobs in New York, NY

Public Affairs Specialist jobs in Washington, DC

Public Affairs Specialist jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

Public Works Director jobs in Pennsylvania

Public Health Intern jobs in Fort Worth, TX

Director of Public Affairs

Chicago Board of Election Commissioners -
Chicago, IL

Quick Apply

Job Details

Full-time
$123,786 a year

Qualifications

Teamwork
Speech writing
Attention to detail
Graphic design software
Desktop applications
Organizational skills
Communications
Productivity software
Public relations speeches
Time management

Full Job Description

Position Summary:

The Chicago Board of Elections (“Board”) is currently conducting a search for a Director of Public Information. The Director of Public Information’s primary function will be to effectively communicate the Board’s critical election information to the public and media outlets. This person will also be responsible for managing the Board’s Public Information Department.

This position is classified as Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Collaborates with executive leadership to develop a public information strategic plan for the Board.
Acts as the Board’s spokesperson.
Prepares press releases and written information for distribution by media outlets.
Plans, prepares, and posts all public-facing communications for social media and other online platforms.
Drafts speeches and arranges interviews for executive leadership.
Working with the Board’s FOIA Officer, responds to requests for information from the media.
Assists executive leadership in developing presentations and other important public messages.
Collaborates ,with IT department in the development and maintenance of the Board’s website.
Collaborates with managers to review and oversee all distribution of public outreach mailings and other communications.
Ensures that all materials present a clear, unified, and positive image for the Board.
Promotes and attends special events and functions as directed by executive leadership.
Promotes and reports on election milestones and activities as directed by executive leadership.
Develops and maintains positive professional relationships with members of the media.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
Three to five years of experience in public relations, communications, or related field, with public sector experience a plus.
Demonstrated ability to write compelling, concise press releases and speeches.
Demonstrated ability to effectively speak in public.
Demonstrated ability to handle difficult situations in public settings.
Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
Ability to offer sound media relations advice to executive leadership.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, desktop publishing software, and digital media platforms.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Must be available to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends.
Must be a City of Chicago resident.

Pay: $123,786.00 per year

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

Position requires residency within the City of Chicago. Do you currently reside within city limits or are you willing to relocate?

Work Location: In person

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

Board Of Directors jobs in Chicago, IL

Director of Public Affairs

Discover related jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for Board Of Directors in Chicago, IL

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected