ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & ENGAGEMENT
Company: Detroit Land Bank Authority
Location: Detroit
Posted on: October 4, 2024
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Job Description:
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status,
protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by
law.
Description
Salary Range: $91,500 - $137,300
*This role is exclusively on-site, requiring daily commutes to the
office. Therefore, candidates must reside in the
Detroit/Metro-Detroit area before employment*
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to return the city's blighted and vacant properties
to productive use. We utilize a variety of Sales programs to make
homeownership and land purchases accessible to Detroiters. Plus, we
take our commitment to revitalization one step further with our
Compliance and Nuisance Abatement programs, requiring renovation
and occupancy to improve neighborhoods, eliminate blight, and
combat real estate speculation. The Detroit Land Bank Authority
works directly with individual buyers, as well as Community Partner
organizations and developers for projects big and small.
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
Join our team and be a catalyst for positive change! We are seeking
a dynamic individual passionate about community building,
enrichment, and development to contribute to our mission of
enhancing the quality of life in our vibrant and diverse
community.
The Assistant Director of Communications and Engagement drives the
organization's public relations and community strategy. This
individual is responsible for representing the DLBA as
spokesperson, managing all aspects of media relations, coordinating
internal communications, and leading a team of communications and
community engagement specialists. This role reports directly to the
Chief Executive Officer and provides support and counsel for the
entire executive team on thought leadership, media preparedness,
policy development, process improvement, and organizational
reporting. The Assistant Director of Communications and Engagement
should foster a solutions focused, high-performance culture that
emphasizes empowerment, equity, quality, and productivity that
furthers the DLBA's mission and commitment to transparency
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This individual is expected to possess a demonstrated track record
of success in leadership roles requiring the delivery of multiple
tasks and balancing multiple priorities. The ability to build and
maintain relationships with a wide array of people, junior and
senior staff, and both internal and external customers will also be
key. The Assistant Director is expected to be an ambassador for the
DLBA, fully knowledgeable of all DLBA programs, policies, and
activities. This individual will be responsible for providing
direct execution or oversight of the following functions:
Manage the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the
department/division. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in
accordance with the company policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning,
directing work, rewarding and disciplining employees, performance
reviews, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with
staff at all levels throughout the organization; create and promote
a positive and supportive work environment.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with
or without notice.
BENEFITS & PERKS
**AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**
This position is currently accepting applications.
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