Kansas Judicial Branch

Director of Communications - Office of Judicial Administration

Topeka, KS - Full Time

Position Number:                     K0077305

Location of Employment:        Kansas Judicial Center, Shawnee County Kansas 66612

Salary and Benefits:                Director of Communications, Grade 59, $105,173.91
                                                $107,804.26 with six months successful performance
                                                $115,916.95 with one year of successful performance

Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits:  State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)          

The Director of Communications leads the development, implementation, and management of all strategic communications for the Kansas Judicial Branch (KJB). This leadership role is responsible for shaping and promoting the organization’s brand, ensuring consistent messaging, and aligning communication efforts with organizational goals. The Director oversees the daily operations of internal and external content, organizational events, and management of the communications team.
This position operates in a hybrid work setting, with occasional travel required for public speaking engagements and events. Position reports to a member of Office of Judicial Administration executive team.

Job Duties:
  • Position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.   
  • Develop, evaluate, and implement strategic communication guidelines and content that align with the goals, objectives, and mission of the Kansas Judicial Branch ensuring consistent and effective messaging in all internal and external communications.
  • Lead, mentor and coach the communications team in their day-to-day operations, teaching best practices on material content and presentation style while fostering professional growth.
  • Manage integrated communication campaigns across multiple external and internal channels.
  • Foster a collaborative work environment and maintain clear and effective communication across departments while managing special initiatives such as public events, organizational changes, and launching new programs.
  • Establish editorial standards; train staff in effective writing techniques and approve final content for publication and release. Will personally edit high-profile, sensitive or complex communications to ensure accuracy, clarity and alignment with organizational positioning and policies.
  • Oversee communication strategies, ensuring all deliveries are completed on time and with high-quality standards.
  • Tracks, analyzes, and reports on the effectiveness of communication strategies and campaigns using data to guide improvements and inform future planning.
  • Performs related responsibilities as required to support organizational objectives.

Education:
A bachelor’s degree in communication studies, public relations, marketing & business communication, organizational leadership, or management is preferred. In lieu of formal education, candidates with 7+ years of experience in the communications field, with 3-5 years in a leadership role managing communication teams and providing strategic oversight will be considered. Experience demonstrating prior success in a communications management role may serve as a substitute for any listed requirements.

Experience: A strong background in communications, particularly in state, local, or government communication, is preferred but not required. Proven success in managing communication teams, developing and executing communication strategies, and maintaining consistent messaging across diverse platforms is essential.

Application deadline: Open until filled

The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process.  A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch.  If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact [email protected] or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.

THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER

 
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