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Communications Director (Legislative Senior Aide I), Grade N18, Non-Merit)

Montgomery County Government

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Jun 2026

💰 $86,922/yr($62,328/yr – $86,922/yr)

About the role

Posting number: 2026-00205

Department: County Council

Division: CCL 01 Council Members and Staff

Job classification: Legislative Senior Aide III

Posting type: Internal/External Applicants

Categories: Office and Administrative Support

Summary

Please note: The salary range below represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $62,328 to $86,922, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

WHO WE ARE

The office of a Montgomery County Councilmember is looking for an experienced Communications Director (Legislative Senior Aide I) to strengthen connections with residents, the media, and stakeholders. This fast-paced, collaborative role focuses on communication to advance community priorities and build public trust, offering opportunities for growth and hands-on experience.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is a motivated multimedia communications professional with expertise in social media and a proven ability to develop effective communication strategies independently. They should excel in both written, verbal, and digital communications and thrive in fast-paced environments. Key qualities include responsiveness, flexibility, creativity, strong organizational skills, good judgment, and a passion for storytelling and public impact.

Examples of duties

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, schedule, and evaluate performance of comprehensive social media campaigns across various platforms, including content creation, graphic design, and website maintenance.

Effectively manage all aspects of external communication, from strategy development to execution, under tight deadlines, to deliver accurate and timely information for our monthly newsletter.

Conduct research on legislative topics to draft speeches, compile data, and prepare memos, press releases, and talking points for the Councilmember’s review, ensuring effective communication with the public and media.

Coordinate media events, press conferences, and other public appearances to amplify community voices and make government more visible, accessible, and responsive.

Collaborate with other Councilmember staff, county departments, elected officials, nonprofits, and businesses to promote legislative initiatives and meet community needs.

This role offers a dynamic, engaging environment with opportunities to work both in and out of the office, including occasional evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

Experience: One (1) year of progressively responsible experience in journalism, social media, public relations, communications, digital media, public affairs, legislative or policy research, or a related field relevant to local government administration, including demonstrated ability to manage digital platforms, create engaging multimedia content, and communicate complex information clearly to diverse audiences.

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree.

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be submitted.

Supplemental information

Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:

Managing, developing, and executing data-driven digital strategies using analytics tools across social media, website, and digital platforms to provide accurate and timely information.

Two to three (2 to 3) years of progressively responsible experience in journalism, social media, public relations, communications, digital media, public affairs, legislative or policy research, or a related field relevant to local government administration.