DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150, AFL-CIO ("Local 150") is a labor organization representing employees principally in Indiana, Illinois, and Iowa. With over 22,000 members, Local 150 is one of the largest operating engineer locals in the United States. Originally chartered as a construction union, Local 150 now represents working people in a variety of industries: construction, construction materials production, steel mill services/slag processing, landscaping, and public works, among others.

The Director of Communications will direct all communications efforts of the union, including public relations, press contacts and development of promotional and educational materials to support the union's collective bargaining and organizing initiatives. The Director must nurture and maintain proactive and extensive contact with both trade press and traditional news organizations. He/she will report directly to, and work closely with, the President-Business Manager to ensure that Local 150's message is consistent with the union's policy objectives. The Director must be a strategic thinker, who will coordinate internal print communications to union membership, such as the union's website, monthly electronic newsletter and quarterly magazine.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field, graduate degree preferred.
  
• Must be a self-starter with excellent communication skills, attention to detail in a multi-faceted and changing environment and ability to work with union membership and staff within the union.
  
• Must have experience in strategic public relations, and successfully and proactively working with the press.
  
• Experience in public relations, communications and understanding of the construction industry required.
  
• Must be able to demonstrate strong leadership for direct reports, and build consensus among various interest groups.

Based in Countryside, Illinois (just outside of Chicago). Some travel required.

Salary based on experience.

Send résumé by e-mail to kedwards@local150.org. Attach résumé and cover letter in word format please. No phone calls accepted.

IUOE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of diversity and non-discrimination in its employment and recruitment policies.

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