Chief of Public Affairs & Communications

Overview

The Chief of Public Affairs & Communications is responsible for setting the strategic vision for HISD's communications, public affairs, board engagement, media relations, and community/family partnerships. This role leads efforts to ensure the district's transformation is effectively communicated, public trust is strengthened, and families and community partners are engaged as co-creators of student success. They serve as a cabinet-level leader and trusted advisor to the Superintendent, Board of Managers, and District leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee external and internal communications, media relations, board engagement, community and family partnerships, crisis communications, and stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrate exceptional judgment and a deep understanding of urban education; build and sustain meaningful relationships across diverse stakeholders to advance HISD's mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Communications, Public Affairs, Public Administration, or related field.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Policy/Administration, Education Leadership, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 10+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience in communications, public affairs, media, or stakeholder engagement, preferably in a large urban school district or similarly complex organization. Proven experience managing high-performing teams and leading change in complex systems.

Application Process

To be considered for this position, please submit your application through our careers site.

1. Visit www.houstonisd.org/employees-careers
2. Click "Click Here to View Career Opportunities"
3. Search the Job ID: 30557
4. Apply Now

Note: our application system may require a two-step completion process. Please check your email, including your spam folder, for a request to confirm personal information.

Contact

For questions regarding the application process, please reach out to:

Human Resources - Talent Acquisition
[email protected]
713-###-####

Job details

• Seniority level: Executive
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Public Relations and Education
• Industries: Public Relations and Communications Services and Education