Top 18 Director of communications Jobs in Ferndale, Mi

Director of Marketing, Communications and Community Engagement
Birmingham Public Schools —Beverly Hills, MI
- $98,158 - $130,316 a year
- Extended hours
- School experience
- Marketing
- Writing skills
8d
Director - Corporate Communications & Content Strategy
FRIEDMAN MANAGEMENT COMPANY —Farmington Hills, MI
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- Office
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Director, Labor and Manufacturing Communications
Ford Motor Company —Dearborn, MI
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Continuous improvement
- US work authorization
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
13d
Assistant Director Public Relations
Detroit Land Bank Authority —Detroit, MI
- $91,500 - $114,400 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Marketing
- Public speaking
8d
Director of External Affairs & Communications
Michigan Community Resources —Detroit, MI
- From $80,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- SharePoint
- Senior level
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Tech Director
Shepherd's Gate Church —Shelby Charter Township, MI
- $45,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Director of Ecommerce
Shinola —Detroit, MI
- 7 years
- Marketing
- Merchandising
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Executive Director, Enrollment Marketing
Oakland University —Rochester, MI
- $114,744 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Marketing
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
13h
State Advocacy & Growth Director (Michigan/Wisconsin)
NAACP —Dearborn, MI
- Full-time
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
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Senior Account Director, Healthcare
Interdependence —Detroit, MI
- Remote
- 11+ years
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Digital Deputy Director
ACCESS —Dearborn, MI
- Full-time
- Public speaking
- Travel
- Senior level
Lighting Director
Northridge Church —Plymouth, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
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Head of Performance Marketing, Chevy
General Motors —Warren, MI
- Email
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- US work authorization
- Benefits from day one
6d
Director Engineering
Fox Corporation —Southfield, MI
- $120,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
2d
Associate Account Director
VML —Detroit, MI
- $75,000 - $180,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Writing skills
- Office
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Associate Director, Revenue Operations (Remote US)
Directive —Detroit, MI
- Email
- Remote
- 5 years
- Presentation skills
- Mentoring
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
7d
Regional Government Affairs Director - Central and Southeast
ModivCare Solutions, LLC —Southfield, MI
- $159,900 - $215,900 a year
- Multiple hires
- Writing skills
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Paid parental leave
- AD&D insurance
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Director of Marketing, Communications and Community Engagement

Birmingham Public Schools -
Beverly Hills, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$98,158 - $130,316 a year
8 days ago

Qualifications

Supervising experience
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Cross-functional team management
Stakeholder relationship building
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Director of Marketing, Communications
POSITION: and Community Engagement LOCATION: Education Admin Center

SALARY: Grade 8.5 - $98,158 – $130,316 POSTING DATE: August 10, 2026

DEADLINE: Until Filled
SCHEDULE: Salaried Full-Time Position, 12

months, Non-Bargaining Position START DATE: Negotiable

JOB SUMMARY:
Birmingham Public Schools is seeking an innovative, collaborative, and visionary communications leader who
believes public education has the power to transform lives and strengthen communities. Reporting directly to the
Superintendent, the Director of Marketing, Communications & Community Engagement serves as the district's
chief communications strategist and storyteller, helping ensure every interaction with families, staff, students,
and the community reflects the excellence of Birmingham Public Schools.
This position provides strategic leadership for district marketing, communications, media relations, enrollment
strategy, family engagement, community partnerships, branding, and crisis communications. The Director
develops and implements a unified communications strategy that strengthens public trust, supports student
enrollment and retention, celebrates the accomplishments of students and staff, and communicates the district's
vision with clarity, transparency, and authenticity.
The Director works closely with district and school leaders to tell the story of Birmingham Public Schools, elevate
the district's reputation, and ensure families feel informed, welcomed, and connected from their first interaction
with the district through graduation. The successful candidate will be an exceptional communicator, relationship
builder, strategic thinker, and trusted advisor who is passionate about public education and committed to
creating meaningful connections between schools and the communities they serve.

QUALIFICATIONS: The selected candidate will demonstrate the following qualifications:
Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Education, Organizational

Leadership, Public Administration, or a related field required.

Master's degree preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in communications,

marketing, public relations, enrollment, or community engagement.

Experience supervising professional staff and leading cross-functional initiatives required.
Experience in public education or another mission-driven organization preferred.
Experience with strategic communications, branding, media relations, and crisis communications

preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated success developing strategic marketing and communications initiatives.
Knowledge of branding, digital marketing, social media, website governance, and public relations.
Ability to build trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
Experience using data and analytics to improve communication and enrollment outcomes.

High level of professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment.
Demonstrated passion for public education and a commitment to serving students, families, and the

community.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
District Leadership

Serve as a member of the Superintendent's leadership team and provide strategic communications

counsel to district leaders and staff.

Develop and implement a district-wide marketing, communications, and community engagement

strategy aligned with district priorities.

Advise district leaders on messaging, stakeholder engagement, and public relations.
Supervise assigned departments and staff while promoting collaboration, accountability, and

innovation.

Establish department goals, manage budgets, and evaluate program effectiveness.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Marketing, Communications & Brand Leadership

Lead the district's marketing, branding, and communications strategy to strengthen public awareness

and confidence in Birmingham Public Schools.

Ensure consistent messaging, visual identity, and brand standards across all schools and departments.
Showcase the achievements of students, staff, and programs through compelling storytelling and

strategic content.

Oversee district publications, websites, social media, photography, video, and other communication

platforms.

Develop marketing campaigns supporting district initiatives, strategic priorities, and community

engagement.

Evaluate communication effectiveness using data, analytics, and stakeholder feedback.

Enrollment Strategy & Family Experience

Provide strategic leadership for enrollment, marketing, and family engagement initiatives.
Develop strategies that attract prospective families, retain current students, and position Birmingham

Public Schools as a premier destination district.

Partner with the enrollment team to ensure families experience responsive, welcoming, and consistent

service.

Use enrollment trends, demographic data, and community feedback to guide planning and outreach.
Support the promotion of district programs and specialized offerings through targeted marketing and

communications.
Media Relations & Crisis Communications

Lead district media relations and public information efforts.
Develop proactive communications that strengthen public trust and district reputation.
Coordinate communications during emergencies and sensitive situations while ensuring timely, accurate,

and transparent messaging.

Support speeches, presentations, talking points, and executive communications for district leadership.
Maintain crisis communication plans and response protocols.

Community Engagement & Partnerships

Build strong relationships with families, community organizations, businesses, civic leaders, and higher

education partners.

Develop initiatives that strengthen community engagement and showcase the value of Birmingham

Public Schools.

Represent the district at community events and foster partnerships that support district priorities and

student success.

Systems, Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Promote innovative communication strategies and technologies that improve efficiency and audience

engagement.

Use data, analytics, enrollment trends, and stakeholder feedback to evaluate performance and guide

decision-making.

Continuously improve communication systems, workflows, and digital tools to better serve families, staff,

and the community.

Essential Functions:

Serve as an active district representative by attending meetings, school events, community forums, and

weekend or evening functions as required.

Maintain availability for extended hours, evenings, and weekends to manage crisis communications,

emergency announcements, and high-priority public relations matters.

Possess and maintain reliable transportation to ensure seamless travel between district facilities, off-site

school events, media briefings, and community partner locations.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Interested internal candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to Dr. Susan Smith at
[email protected].

Interested candidates meeting the above qualifications must complete the online application through the
Oakland Human Resources Consortium website by the deadline listed. The posting can be found at Birmingham
Human Resources. click on Employment Opportunities > Vacant Positions. Please submit a LETTER OF
INTEREST and CURRENT RESUME.

BIRMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The Board of Education is committed to maintaining a learning/working environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. There
will be no tolerance for discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability or age. The District
prohibits harassment and other forms of discrimination whether occurring at school, on District property, in a District vehicle, or at any District related activity or event. The Superintendent will
designate compliance officers and develop and implement regulations for the reporting, investigation and resolution of complaints of discrimination or harassment. The following people have
been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Students - Inquiries related to discrimination on the basis of disability should be directed to: Executive Director of
Special Education, 31301 Evergreen Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025, 248.203.3000. Direct all other inquiries related to discrimination to: Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, 31301 Evergreen Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025, 248.203.3000.

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director of communications jobs in ferndale, mi

Director of Marketing, Communications and Community Engagement

Director - Corporate Communications & Content Strategy

Director, Labor and Manufacturing Communications

Assistant Director Public Relations

Director of External Affairs & Communications

Tech Director

Director of Ecommerce

Executive Director, Enrollment Marketing

State Advocacy & Growth Director (Michigan/Wisconsin)

Senior Account Director, Healthcare

Digital Deputy Director

Lighting Director

Head of Performance Marketing, Chevy

Director Engineering

Associate Account Director

Associate Director, Revenue Operations (Remote US)

Regional Government Affairs Director - Central and Southeast

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