New Jersey Office of the State Comptroller · 5 hours ago
Communications Director
Trenton, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $163K/yr
6+ years expThe New Jersey Office of the State Comptroller is seeking a Communications Director to lead and execute its communications strategy, aimed at informing residents about OSC’s reports and raising awareness of government accountability issues. This role involves acting as the official spokesperson, managing media relations, and overseeing digital communications to ensure effective messaging and public engagement.
Government Administration
Hiring Manager
Mikayla Ridolfino
Responsibilities
Serves as the official spokesperson for OSC in responding to media inquiries, inquiries from the public, or other external parties
Develop and manage media relations, establishing contacts with media members, stakeholders, and community leaders
Develop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy to optimize engagement and support overall communications strategy
Oversee OSC’s digital footprint, ensuring accessibility and visibility for all New Jersey residents
Lead and execute press strategy for report releases, ensuring effective message dissemination and media coverage
Prepare and manage OSC communications materials, maintaining consistent branding and voice
Review agency programs, write, edit, and distribute news releases, articles, and informational materials related to OSC’s functions and initiatives
Draft press releases, correspondence, and other materials issued by OSC for both internal and external distribution
Responsible for speechwriting and drafting communiques for public events, stakeholder briefings, and media appearances on behalf of the office
Ensure all messaging is accurate, accessible, and aligned with the office’s mission of transparency and accountability
Coordinate speaking engagements for the State Comptroller and Division Directors, managing OSC’s presence at conferences, trainings, or other events
Direct public information campaigns in support of various OSC initiatives
Launch digital campaigns, including social media content, email newsletters, blog posts, and short videos
Manage the content and display of OSC’s website to ensure it remains informative and user-friendly
Complete design projects using Adobe Suite, including social media graphics, videos, and official correspondence for the Executive Team
Serve as a resource for OSC staff to ensure professional external communications
Track engagement across platforms, utilizing data to refine OSC’s communications strategy
Serve as a liaison to external vendors, managing contracts as necessary
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on projects, including data visualization, to support OSC’s reporting and mission
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree
Six (6) years of experience in journalism, public relations, or a related field, two (2) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity
Preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment across multiple departments
Exceptional writer with an ability to distill complex policy issues into accessible, interesting content
Experience managing social media accounts
Graphic design and video production experience
Communications experience in a newsroom, non-profit, or government setting
Exceptional public speaking skills
Company
New Jersey Office of the State Comptroller
The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) is an independent State agency that works to make government in New Jersey more efficient, transparent and accountable.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase