Top 26 Public affairs Jobs in Kansas City, Mo

Public Information Officer (PIO)
City of Kansas City —Kansas City, MO
- $4,711 - $7,067 a month
- Email
- Background check
- High school
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
1d
Manager, Public Policy
Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City —Kansas City, MO
- From $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
8d
Communication Specialist
Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth —Leavenworth, KS
- From $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
Associate Director, State and Local Government Affairs
Black & Veatch Family of Companies —Overland Park, KS
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- 8 years
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
5d
Senior Director, Government Affairs
T-Mobile USA, Inc. —Overland Park, KS
- $225,300 - $304,800 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Paid parental leave
- AD&D insurance
7d
Director of Policy
Health Forward Foundation —Kansas City, MO
- $140,800 - $176,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Public speaking
- Master's degree
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
Internal Communications Specialist
Garmin International, Inc. —Olathe, KS
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Marketing
Communications Manager
Jackson County, MO —Kansas City, MO
- $73,736 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Marketing
- 5 years
Director- Government Relations, Central Division
HNTB Corporation —Kansas City, MO
- Full-time
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Recruiting
Community Engagement Coordinator
Midwest Transplant Network —Westwood, KS
- Weekends as needed
- RN License
- Marketing
- Mid-level
Senior Public Relations Manager
QTS Data Centers —Overland Park, KS
- Email
- 7 years
- Marketing
- Analysis skills
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
Senior Belonging & Marketplace Engagement Specialist
JE Dunn —Kansas City, MO
- Email
- Background check
- Marketing
- Office
Executive Assistant - Government Relations
University Health KC —Kansas City, MO
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Hospital
- Mid-level
Director, Government Partnerships
CAREPORTAL LLC —Kansas City, MO
- Full-time
- Remote
- 7 years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Public Relations Manager
VML —Kansas City, MO
- $40,000 - $100,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Senior level
- 2 years
Quick Apply
Internal Communications Manager
Polsinelli PC —Kansas City, MO
- Microsoft Excel
- Marketing
- 5 years
Director of Market Development | Kansas
Beale Infrastructure —Kansas City, KS
- $170,000 - $210,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Analysis skills
- Team management
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
District Communications Leader
Kiewit Corporation —Lenexa, KS
- Overtime
- 7 years
- Marketing
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Community Affairs & Strategic Accounts Manager II
Liberty Utilities —Platte City, MO
- 7 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Contracts
- Free parking
- Employee assistance program
Engagement and Communications Lead
iCallidus —Kansas City, MO
- $110,000 - $149,000 a year
- Full-time
- SharePoint
- Senior level
- Analytics
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance

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Public Information Officer (PIO)

City of Kansas City -
Kansas City, MO

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Job Details

Full-time
$4,711 - $7,067 a month
1 day ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Pension plan
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Bereavement leave
Life insurance

Qualifications

Media interview coordination
Crisis communication public relations campaigns
Community engagement experience
Media monitoring
Crisis communication planning
Journalism
Public communication during emergencies
Media management experience within government
Master's degree
Crisis communication in disaster management
High school diploma or GED
Bachelor's degree
Media performance analytics
Media data analysis
Journalist relationship development
Strategic communications
1 year
Senior level
Content strategy alignment
Editing
Content publishing

Full Job Description

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

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Full-time position available with the City Manager's Office – City Communications
Location: 414 E 12th St
Salary: $4,711–$7,067 per month
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Application Deadline: August 24, 2026
About Us

About the City Manager’s Office

The City Manager’s Office provides executive leadership and operational oversight to ensure efficient, cost-effective delivery of municipal services under the council–manager form of government. The office serves as a strategic advisor to the mayor and City Council, supporting policy development, budget preparation, and organizational direction. Oversees department leadership appointments, enforces municipal laws and ordinances, and coordinates citywide operations and programs. The City Manager works to deliver staff support to the City Council and its committees, including policy analysis and implementation. Manages high-profile, citywide initiatives and special events, ensuring successful coordination across departments and stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

What You'll Do:
Developing and executing communications plans aligned with departmental priorities, citywide goals, and communications and engagement team objectives.
Coordinates and manages internal and external communications to ensure messaging is timely, accurate, consistent, accessible, and aligned with City standards.
Writes, edits, and publishes content across approved channels.
Managed media relations for assigned departments by monitoring inquiries, drafting releases and statements, coordinating interviews and events, and preparing briefing materials.
Supports after-hours and on-call communications by preparing rapid-response messaging, coordinating with leadership and partner agencies, and helping implement emergency public information protocols.
Incorporates inclusive communication practices, community engagement, and resident input into communications planning and content development.
Monitors communications performance, media coverage, public sentiment, and related outcomes to evaluate effectiveness and adjust strategies.
Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRES
High school graduation and
seven (7) years’ experience in public information, media relations, public affairs, journalism, or strategic communications. OR
Accredited Bachelor’s degree and
three (3) years’ experience in public information, media relations, public affairs, journalism, or strategic
communications. OR
Accredited Masters’ degree and one (1) years’ experience in public
information, media relations, public affairs, journalism, or strategic communications.
Ability to pass a background check as prescribed by the City
Other Information

Military veterans encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with Us – Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays—with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life’s Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses—invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City’s Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.

Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to [email protected].

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans’ points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during “wartime” and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code § 4211).

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public affairs jobs in kansas city, mo

Public Information Officer (PIO)

Manager, Public Policy

Communication Specialist

Associate Director, State and Local Government Affairs

Senior Director, Government Affairs

Director of Policy

Internal Communications Specialist

Communications Manager

Director- Government Relations, Central Division

Community Engagement Coordinator

Senior Public Relations Manager

Senior Belonging & Marketplace Engagement Specialist

Executive Assistant - Government Relations

Director, Government Partnerships

Public Relations Manager

Internal Communications Manager

Director of Market Development | Kansas

District Communications Leader

Community Affairs & Strategic Accounts Manager II

Engagement and Communications Lead

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