Deputy Director Of Communications; Gov.rep

BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES

NOTICE OF VACANCY

POSTING: 07 – 2026

OPENING DATE: FEBRUARY 6, 2026

CLOSING DATE: FEBRUARY 13, 2026

TITLE: DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS (GOV.REP.
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WORKWEEK: 35 HOURS (NL)

EXISTING VACANCIES: 1

SALARY: $ - $

DIVISION/OFFICE: OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS

OPEN TO: GENERAL PUBLIC

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) is seeking a Deputy Director to join our Communications Division. As the state’s utility regulator and lead agency implementing Governor Murphy’s Clean Energy agenda, we are looking for a dynamic individual skilled in writing and media relations, with social media experience. An ideal candidate is a visionary who works well as part of a team and is motivated by the fast pace of government and the opportunity to implement progressive clean energy and climate change policies.

The Deputy Director will report to the Director of Communications providing writing, editing, project management and supervisory support. The Deputy Director works closely with NJBPU leadership to promote the agency’s mission, policy priorities, and accomplishments, particularly the state’s leading role when it comes to developing and implementing clean energy.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of NJBPU’s communications strategy, including editorial calendar.
• Work closely with Division Directors and Senior Staff to design strategic communications around priority issues and Board decisions.
• Manage projects assigned to the Communications Division, such as public awareness campaigns, development of publications, and marketing initiatives.
• Draft and edit talking points and remarks for BPU President, Commissioners and Senior Staff.
• Support the BPU’s Public Information Officer with media relations.
• Research, identify and complete award applications.
• Manage constituent correspondence from BPU President.
• Draft, edit and distribute press releases.
• Develop Social Media strategies, messaging and support, as needed.
• Assist Director with additional duties including but not limited to supervision of Division staff.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
• Five (5) years’ experience in government, communications or public affairs in a public or private entity.
• Demonstrated managerial skills, including interpersonal skills, decision-making, problem analysis and creative thinking, administrative judgment, delegation, managerial or financial control, interdepartmental cooperation/liaison, development of subordinates and organizational awareness.
• Good communication skills and leadership skills are necessary.

We value inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. Candidates with relevant undergraduate or professional experience are encouraged to apply, as are candidates who have shown a strong commitment to remedying the historical under-representation of people of color in energy through their work promoting equity, inclusion, and diversity as well as through their own lived experiences.

RESUME

NOTE:

Eligibility determination will be based upon information presented on the resume and/or education documents provided. Applicants who possess foreign degrees (degrees earned outside of the U.S.) are required to provide an evaluation indicating the U.S. equivalency prior to the closing date. Failure to do so may result in your ineligibility.

• Health and Dental Benefit Plans
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Vision Care Reimbursement
• Deferred Compensation
• 12 Vacation Days, 15 Sick Days, 3 Administrative Leave Days
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Telework available for some positions* (Pursuant to the BPU’s policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.)
• Flexible and Health Savings Accounts
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness
• Paid Leave for Military Training

HOURS OF WORK: The hours of work for this position are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All No Limit (NL) titles will be required to perform work beyond the stated hours of work as needed, in compliance with applicable collective bargaining agreements and laws.

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