Director of External Affairs and Deputy Communications Director (Executive Office Administrative Aide 1 | Office/On-site #260706-3551EX-100
State of Connecticut · Hartford, CT · 2 wk ago
Marketing$70k–$80k/yrFull-time
About the role
The State of Connecticut, Office of the Lieutenant Governor, is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Director of External Affairs and Deputy Communications Director (Executive Office Administrative Aide 1).
Responsibilities
- Plan, execute, and staff public events hosted by the Lt. Governor.
- Prepare and draft memos for events attended by the Lieutenant Governor.
- Develop and execute regular social media content across Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, and LinkedIn.
- Create short-form video content featuring the Lt. Governor.
- Oversee all constituent inquiries received and determine the appropriate routing to state agencies, legislators, or municipal officials.
- Serve as Acting Communications Director during absences, including handling press coordination, drafting statements, and updating the website as needed.
- Co-manage recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, training, scheduling, and supervision of interns in the office's internship program.
Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment and adapting quickly to shifting priorities
- Excellent writing and interpersonal skills
- Experience managing sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Benefits
Professional growth and development opportunities
A healthy work/life balance to all employees
Pay
$70,000 - $80,000/year (*Salary commensurate with experience)
Schedule
Full-time
Location
Location: Hartford, CT