Communications Manager

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Professional Bryan, TX, US

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

POSITION

PURPOSE:

Directs and implements the communications, public information, and outreach activities of the Brazos Valley Council of Governments (BVCOG). Promotes awareness of BVCOG programs, services, and regional accomplishments among member governments, community partners, residents, and other stakeholders throughout the seven-county Brazos Valley region. Works with executive leadership and program managers to communicate accurate, accessible information, strengthen public understanding, and support organizational priorities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Communications Planning and Leadership

• Develop and implement an organization-wide communications plan aligned with BVCOG priorities, program needs, and available resources.
• Advise executive leadership and program managers on communications strategy, public messaging, media engagement, and outreach opportunities.
• Establish an editorial calendar, publication standards, and review procedures to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent communications.
• Publish routine, previously approved messaging (such as meeting notices, program announcements, and social media posts using approved content) without additional review; route media statements, sensitive matters, legislative items, and new or changed policy positions to the Executive and Deputy Director for approval.
• Coordinate with the Deputy Director and program leadership to prioritize competing communications requests across programs.

Public Information and Media Relations

• Prepare and distribute approved news releases, media advisories, announcements, and responses to media inquiries.
• Develop relationships with local and regional media outlets and coordinate interviews, speaking opportunities, and other public appearances.
• Serve as a designated media contact when authorized; coordinate sensitive matters and official statements with executive leadership.
• Assist leadership with crisis communications, service disruption notices, and emergency messaging in coordination with responsible program and emergency personnel.

Writing Publications and Branding

• Write, edit, and produce newsletters, annual reports, program summaries, brochures, presentations, speeches, and other informational materials.
• Translate technical and program information into clear, concise language appropriate for public officials, partners, residents, and other audiences.
• Gather and verify program accomplishments, service data, and participant stories with program staff before publication; obtain required approvals and permissions.
• Maintain consistent use of BVCOG branding, logos, templates, and messaging across print and digital materials.
• Ensure materials for grant-funded programs include required funding-source acknowledgments and DISCLAIMERS.
• Coordinate translated or alternate-language versions of key materials, including Spanish, to support language access and Title VI compliance.

Website Social Media and Digital Communications

• Oversee content for BVCOG websites and social media accounts, working with program staff and Information Technology to keep information current, accurate, and useful.
• Develop and publish digital content, including email communications, photographs, graphics, and short videos that…