Director of Strategic Communications

Home is the foundation for everything in life. Since 1971, our model has been about supporting residents in finding stability and achieving their goals. It’s why we’re more than housing—we combine quality affordable homes with our on-site Advantage Services—because we believe that all people can thrive with the right support and opportunities. Today, over 13,000 people—families, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities and other barriers—call a CommonBond community “home.” Our core values are Respect, Integrity, Partnership, Innovation, and Excellence. We live these values and look for people who embody them to represent our organization in the community. If this sounds like you, please consider joining our team.

Why CommonBond Communities?

• Work-life balance
• Employee referral program
• Benefits based on eligibility: Health insurance, Dental, Vision, PTO, Sick Time, Floating Holiday, Employer matching, 401(k), STD/ LTD, Life insurance, and a variety of employee-paid benefit options
• A respectful and growth-oriented workplace
• Employee recognition and rewards program
• A chance to make a difference in the community!
• Ongoing training and professional development

Salary Range: $115,000-$125,000 Annually

CommonBond Communities invites qualified applicants to apply for the Director of Strategic Communications position at our Central Office site in Saint Paul, MN. The Director of Strategic Communications is a visionary and hands-on leader responsible for shaping and executing the organization’s communications strategy to elevate its mission, impact, team cohesion, and brand. This role will lead internal and external communications, media relations, digital strategy, and storytelling efforts that highlight the organization’s work in affordable housing and supportive services.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to management team on internal and external messaging, reputation management, and public engagement.
• Lead crisis communications planning and response
• Sets strategies and make final decisions regarding the engagement of external consultants and vendors for communications.

External Communications

• Oversee media relations, including press releases, media outreach, and interview preparation.
• Cultivate relationships with journalists and community partners.
• Manage brand identity and ensure consistency across all platforms.
• Manage strategic communications for annual giving campaigns.

Internal Communications

• Design and implement internal communication strategies that foster transparency, engagement, and alignment.
• Support and advise leadership in communicating organizational updates and initiatives to staff.

Digital and Content Strategy

• Lead the development of digital content, including websites, social media, newsletters, and video storytelling.
• Oversee analytics and performance metrics to optimize engagement and reach.
• Ensure accessibility and inclusivity in all communications.

Team Management

• Supervise communication and contractors.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with program, development, and policy teams to amplify impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or equivalent experience that demonstrates the required knowledge and skills.
• Minimum 4-6 years of progressive experience in strategic communications, preferably in nonprofit, housing, or human services sectors.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Proven experience in media relations, digital strategy, and brand management.
• Strong leadership, project management, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to opportunity, inclusion, and social justice.

Preferred Attributes

• Familiarity with affordable housing, and/or supportive services.
• Experience working with diverse communities and stakeholders.
• Champions an asset-based philosophy across teams, embedding strength-based practices into organizational strategy and decision-making.

Requirements

• Ability to travel to CommonBond sites located in MN, WI, IA and SD
• Must have reliable transportation

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