Manager of Communications

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced communications and public affairs leader to shape how the organization is represented across legislative, media, and stakeholder settings in Stowe, Vermont. This position plays a central role in strengthening public visibility, guiding external messaging, and supporting policy-related engagement at the state and federal levels. The successful candidate will balance strategic oversight with hands-on content development while advising senior leadership on reputation, positioning, and stakeholder considerations.

Responsibilities:

• Guide the organization’s external affairs approach by helping define policy priorities and public positions as part of the leadership team.

• Act as the lead representative for state-level legislative engagement in Vermont, including direct interaction with lawmakers, agencies, and public bodies.

• Build coordinated advocacy plans with internal teams, lobbying partners, and outside stakeholders to advance organizational objectives.

• Draft and present testimony, formal comments, briefing materials, and other written communications for legislative and regulatory discussions.

• Track political, regulatory, and legislative activity, then evaluate potential effects on the organization and its members.

• Partner with the General Manager to support broader advocacy efforts, including outreach connected to federal priorities.

• Direct the overall communications and brand strategy to ensure messaging reflects organizational goals and public priorities.

• Produce and oversee key communication materials such as press statements, reports, presentations, digital content, and strategic campaigns.

• Manage media engagement and serve as a public-facing spokesperson while maintaining consistency across website, social media, and external publications.

• Work across departments to translate technical, operational, and policy topics into clear messaging for legislators, partners, members, and the public.

• At least 7 years of hands-on experience in external affairs, communications, public policy, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated success in media relations, strategic communications, and public-facing message development.
• Strong knowledge of legislative processes and experience working with government agencies, public programs, or regulatory environments.
• Proven ability to create brand-aligned content across multiple formats, including web, digital, presentation, and written materials.
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly to varied audiences.
• Experience advising senior leaders on external positioning, stakeholder engagement, and reputational matters.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.