Director of Policy & Communications

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

DIRECTOR OF POLICY & COMMUNICATIONS

Baltimore City Council, District 4

POSTING DATE:

1/10/2025

SALARY RANGE:

$53,695.00 - $64,769.00

HOURS:

9:00 am – 5:00 pm

BACKGROUND CHECK

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening and must be successfully completed.

The Office of Councilman Mark Conway seeks a Director of Policy & Communications to join our dynamic team. The Director of Policy & Communications is responsible for coordinating the office’s communications operation and working with the Chief of Staff on the Councilman’s policy operation — from bills to committee work, including the Councilman’s chairmanship of the Public Safety and Government Operations Committee.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF THE WORK (The following examples illustrate the work performed in this position. This list is not inclusive. The position may require related duties not listed, if necessary, to accomplish the work of the agency.)

• Research policy topics assigned by the Councilman or Chief of Staff, and brainstorm new policy ideas and suggestions based on reports, studies, constituent ideas, precedents in other cities, and more.
• Build and develop relationships within and outside City government, including with other council offices, City agencies, the Mayor’s office, state and federal partners, and local advocates.
• Assist in drafting and refining Councilman Conway’s legislation as it is considered by the council and staffing the Councilman for committee hearings.
• Create and post social media posts for the Councilman and assist in the creation of the Councilman’s biweekly email newsletter for constituents.
• Create attractive, clean, and informative graphics on the Councilman’s work.
• Field requests for interviews with the Councilman and comment from media outlets.
• Attend community association meetings and forge relationships with community leaders and members.
• Collaborate with constituents and City agencies to solve problems.
• Performs related work as required.
  
  

Required Knowledges, Skills And Abilities

• Strong interest in politics and government, especially local government
• Familiarity with Baltimore and the 4th District
• Organized, detail-oriented, reliable, strong written communicator with robust customer service skills
• Experience with policy research and excitement about diving into the weeds of complex issues
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends as circumstances dictate
  
  

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Requirements - Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate with ideally 1-2 years of work experience.

Equivalencies - Equivalent combination of education and experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES

Not Applicable.

About The City Of Baltimore’s Workforce

With a 15,000 employee stakeholder workforce, the City of Baltimore’s occupations span from executive and managerial to laboring, including public health and safety, clerical, technical, administrative, and support capacities throughout the metropolitan area. Operating under a Civil Service System, the majority of stakeholders are represented by one of nine labor unions; with a large body of appointed positions. This career opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary, commensurate with education and experience. Individuals under final consideration for appointment to this position will be required to submit to a criminal background check. This position will remain posted until the closing date listed or until filled.

NOTES:

EDUCATION ACCREDITATION: Applicants education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

Benefits

The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

The City of Baltimore is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Financial Disclosure:

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.