DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Director of Public Affairs

CITY TREASURER'S OFFICE

Number of Positions: 1

Starting Salary: $114,000,

commensurate with experience

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 07/13/2026

The City of Chicago Treasurer's Office seeks a Director of Public Affairs to manage and direct the public affairs and media relations activities for the City of Chicago Treasurer's Office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

* Coordinates and oversees the department's public affairs and media relations activities

* Develop strategies to create and maintain a positive image of the department

* Directs public information programs to convey the department's mission, goals, and services to the general public

* Promotes goodwill for the department through public relations activities and media campaigns

* Meets with supervisory staff to oversee and coordinate public relations activities

* Serves as liaison to various City groups (e.g., the Mayor's Press Secretary's Office, City Council) regarding public information issues

* Arrange news conferences and interviews for departmental personnel

* Serves as department spokesperson to the news media

* Researchers write and edit speeches and talking points for department managers

* Develops content for messages to be communicated to the public (e.g., public service announcements, press releases, Intranet and Internet websites, promotional materials)

* Perform other duties as assigned

Additional duties may be required for this position

Location: 121 N. LaSalle Street, 1st floor

Days: Monday - Friday

Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

THIS POSITION IS SHAKMAN-EXEMPT

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a relevant field.

* A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.

* Proven experience developing and implementing public information programs

* Prior experience in the financial services industry or knowledge of financial services and products is a plus

* Proficiency in social media platforms and media monitoring tools

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Strong knowledge of government communication practices and techniques.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

* Creative and self-starter: the ability to initiate the crafting of engaging and compelling content and images

* Strong networking abilities and a proactive approach to media engagement.

* Demonstrate and maintain strong, positive relationships with local media outlets

* Ability to handle crisis communications effectively.

* Well-organized, able to multitask and work well under pressure, with strong leadership abilities.

Other Work Requirements

* Initiative

* Adaptable/Flexible

* Innovative

* Dependability

* Attention to Detail

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

You must submit the following documents to Amanda Brown | Asst City Treasurer | Director, Human Resources: Amanda.Brown@cityofchicago.org

* Resume (required)

* Cover letter

* A portfolio that demonstrates your expertise

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor