🚀 Chief of Public Affairs & Communications

Houston ISD - Chief of Public Affairs & Communications

Job Title: Chief of Public Affairs & Communications

Date Posted: 9/23/2025

Deadline: Until Filled

Openings: 1

Commitment: Full Time

Overview

The Chief of Public Affairs & Communications is responsible for setting the strategic vision and direction 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. The Chief oversees a portfolio that includes external and internal communications, media relations, board engagement, community and family partnerships, crisis communications, and stakeholder engagement. The role requires exceptional judgment, a deep understanding of urban education, and the ability to build and sustain meaningful relationships across diverse stakeholders to advance HISD’s mission.

Qualifications

Education

• 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.

Work Experience

• Minimum 10+ years of progressively responsible leadership 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.

Salary Range: $215,000.00 – $255,000.00

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Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.