Top 37 Director of public relations Jobs in Houston Tx

Senior Director, Media Relations & Public Affairs
Houston Zoo —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Free parking
- Health savings account
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Assistant Director of Communications
City of Missouri City, TX —Missouri City, TX
- $80,707 - $104,920 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Master's degree
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Director of Government Relations
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
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Communications Division Director
Harris County —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Pass drug screening
- Public speaking
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Office of the US CEO | Firm Associate Director, Communications
Deloitte —Houston, TX
- $107,700 - $221,200 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Travel
- Mentoring
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Director of Client Communications - Education
Huckabee —Spring, TX
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Travel
- Senior level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Executive Director- Marketing & Communication- Division of Student Affairs
University of Houston —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Marketing
- Master's degree
Director- Government Relations, Central Division
HNTB Corporation —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Recruiting
Director, Investor Relations & Capital Markets
Crown Castle —Houston, TX
- $191,000 - $240,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Presentation skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Head of Government Affairs
Blue Energy —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
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Director of Creative Services (University Marketing & Communications)
University of Houston —Houston, TX
- $88,400 - $90,168 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- University
- Bachelor's degree
State Advocacy & Growth Director (Texas/Oklahoma)
NAACP —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
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Director of Marketing and Communications
FBT Gibbons LLP —Houston, TX
- $180,000 - $250,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Marketing
- Analysis skills
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC POLICY
Houston Parks Board —Houston, TX
- $120,000 - $145,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Travel
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Assistant Director, Marketing & Communications
University of Houston —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Management
- 5 years
- University
Director of Marketing
Aga's Restaurant —Houston, TX
- $100,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- Writing skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Director Global Communications
EagleBurgmann Industries LP —Houston, TX
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- English
- Master's degree
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
Regional Marketing Director
Hobby Town Unlimited INC —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
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Outreach Program Director
Say Ahhh! Pediatric Dentistry —Houston, TX
- Part-time
- Pediatrics
- Senior level
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Director, Investor Relations
Devon Energy Corporation —Houston, TX
- CPA
- Office
- Finance

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Senior Director, Media Relations & Public Affairs

Houston Zoo -
Houston, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
18 hours ago

Benefits

Free parking
Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Crisis communication public relations campaigns
Staff supervision
Team leadership
Crisis communication planning
Public communication during emergencies
Brand storytelling
Journalist relationship development
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Strategic communications
Community relationship building
General management

Full Job Description

The Senior Director of Media Relations & Public Affairs is a leader of the Zoo's communications strategy, public relations efforts, and internal communications. This role is responsible for strengthening the Zoo's reputation, increasing awareness of its mission and conservation impact, and ensuring consistent, effective communication across internal and external audiences. The Senior Director partners across the organization to align messaging, support strategic initiatives, and build meaningful engagement with guests, members, donors, community partners, and the media. The role also provides leadership during issues and crisis situations to help safeguard and advance the Zoo's reputation.

Our Mission: Houston Zoo connects communities with animals, inspiring action to save wildlife.
Our Vision: Houston Zoo will be a leader in the global movement to save wildlife.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Leads the development and execution of communication strategies that support organizational priorities, strengthen reputation, and increase public awareness.
Ensures communications consistently reflect the Zoo's mission, values, brand standards, and strategic direction.
Establishes messaging frameworks that create alignment across departments and audience groups.
Leads earned media and public relations efforts that elevate the Zoo's profile and showcase its impact in conservation, education, animal care, guest experience, and community engagement.
Cultivates and maintains strong relationships with media partners and other external stakeholders.
Guides issue management and crisis communication planning, ensuring timely, accurate, and effective responses when needed.
Leads internal communication strategies that connect staff to organizational priorities, initiatives, and achievements.
Develops communication channels, programs, and content that foster engagement, transparency, and organizational alignment.
Ensures employees receive clear, timely, and relevant information that supports a strong workplace culture.
Oversees the development of compelling stories and content that connect audiences to wildlife conservation, guest experiences, organizational achievements, and community impact.
Provides editorial leadership for communications initiatives across owned, earned, and shared channels.
Ensures content and messaging are audience-focused, mission-driven, and aligned with organizational goals.
Partners with Marketing, Education, Conservation, Animal Programs, Guest Experience, Human Resources, and other departments to support strategic initiatives and organizational goals.
Provides communications counsel and support for major projects, campaigns, events, and organizational announcements.
Fosters collaboration ensures a consistent and coordinated voice across the organization.
Leads, develops, and inspires the communications team while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Establishes priorities, workflows, and performance expectations that maximize team effectiveness and impact.
Evaluates communication effectiveness through performance measures, audience insights, and feedback to continuously improve results.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public relations, media relations, or related disciplines.
Demonstrated experience developing and executing strategic communication initiatives.
Experience leading media relations, reputation management, and crisis communication efforts.
Strong written, verbal, presentation, and storytelling skills.
Proven ability to influence and collaborate across departments and functions.
Experience leading teams and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Strong judgment, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.

About the Houston Zoo

The Houston Zoo is made up of many moving parts with over 6,000 permanent residents (our animals) for whom we provide housing, meals, medical care and yes, even education! There are over 2 million guests each year who come to experience our incredible variety of animals and ecosystems, as well as attend special private and public events and entertainment. Our dedicated staff works around the clock to ensure that the Zoo is always running smoothly for the safety and well-being of our residents and guests. We strive to ensure the protection of all the counterparts of the animals we have at the Zoo and in the wild.

Join the Houston Zoo and become a part of an organization that is focused on the preservation of wildlife and their habitats by combining conservation with education and promotion of sustainable livelihoods in the local communities. Houston Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as a complete inventory of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.

Benefits
Full-time, regular positions are offered the following benefits.

Medical and Prescription Drug
Vision
Dental
Basic Life AD&D (100% Employer Paid)
Short Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
Long Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
Supplemental Life
Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account
401k, with employer match

Full-time and Part-Time, regular positions are offered the following additional benefits.

Free Zoo Membership
Free Guest Passes
Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and Programs
Free parking

Houston Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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