Job Details
| Region: | 4 |
| School District/Employer: | Houston ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office, |
| Position: | , |
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| Job Title: | Chief of Public Affairs & Communications |
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| Date Posted: | 9/23/2025 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | JOB SUMMARY 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 |
| Benefits: | Medical, Dental, Vision |
| How To Apply: | To be considered for this position, please submit your application through our careers site. See steps below. 1. Visit www.houstonisd.org/employees-careers 2. Click "Click Here to View Career Oportunities" 3. Search the following Job ID: 30557 4. Apply Now *PLEASE NOTE* our application system requires a two-step completion process. Please check your email, including your spam folder, for a request to confirm personal information. For questions regarding the application process, please reach out to: Human Resources - Talent Acquisition HISDTalentAcquisition@houstonisd.org 713-556-7373 Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer. |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Monica Sloan |
| Email: | Monica.Sloan@houstonisd.org |
| Address: | 4400 West 18th Street |
| City: | Houston |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 77092-8501 |
| Phone: | (713) 556-7474 |
| Fax: | (713) 892-6323 |