Director – Executive Communications

Role Overview

• Lead strategic communications for the USGBC executive office supporting the CEO and departmental leaders
• Serve as the principal writer and messaging strategist for presentations, speeches, and articles
• Collaborate with the social media manager to enhance the digital profile of organizational leaders
• Develop and implement executive communications strategies aligned with USGBC goals
• Conduct research to inform executive communications and maintain brand consistency
• Interface with senior organizational leaders and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Requirements

• 6+ years of professional experience in executive communications in a corporate/organizational environment
• Building industry or corporate sustainability experience, preferably in a product-centric organization
• Technical competency and experience developing issues-driven campaigns
• Demonstrated experience as an executive speech writer developing narratives/messaging for the CEO or CSO
• Ability to synthesize complex information and produce clear and compelling narratives
• Experience developing and executing strategic communications plans
• Solid understanding of key drivers in the green building sector
• Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability for delivering high-quality work

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Professional development reimbursement
• Healthcare plan covering medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions, with 100% of premiums covered by USGBC
• Generous paid time off (12 paid holidays, 9 paid personal sick days, and 2-3 weeks PTO)
• 6 weeks paid renewal leave after 7 years of service