Senior Director, Communications

The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), one of the largest trade associations in the nation, representing more than 300 heating, ventilation, air-conditioning (HVAC), water heating, and commercial refrigeration manufacturers from all parts of the world, has an opening for a Senior Director, Communications. This role is responsible for overseeing AHRI’s global communications efforts and strategies, serving as a spokesperson for the association, and writing speeches, articles, and other materials for the Board Chairman, incoming Board Chairman, and President/CEO. This individual will report to the VP, Public Affairs.

Essential duties and responsibilities for this position are as follows:

· Oversee internal and external communications, media relations, social media, and speech and other writing for the Board Chairman, incoming Board Chairman, and President/CEO

· Supervise the Director, Marketing and Brand Management and the Communications Manager

· Serve as chief spokesperson for the association, establishing relationships with reporters at key publications

· Serve as editor of all AHRI publications

· Maintain current knowledge of legislative and regulatory issues important to the association’s membership for the purpose of communicating AHRI’s positions on those issues to individuals and groups within and outside of the association

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations or related field from an accredited college or university

· 10 years of relevant experience in communications

· Three to five years of relevant communications/media experience at an association, on Capitol Hill, in a federal agency, or equivalent

· Minimum three years of experience supervising staff

· Media relations experience a plus, but not required

AHRI offers a full benefits package which includes health insurance, matching contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan, a flexible work schedule, and a friendly work environment. The salary range for this position is $152,800 to $198,160 based upon relevant experience in the role.

The work location for this position is our office in Arlington, VA. Candidates in the Northern Virginia/DC-Metro area will be given preference. Candidates will be required to take a writing assessment during the interview process. Subject to supervisor approval, AHRI employees are eligible for participation in AHRI's alternate workplace program after 90 days of employment and a 90-day appraisal at a level that meets expectations.

AHRI does not discriminate and will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, military service, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, or differing abilities as those terms are defined under applicable law in its selection, recruitment, or employment practices.

This position does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship and/or assistance. To apply, please visit our website (www.ahricareers.org). If you require assistance with completing the application process, please call 703-600-0347.

NO EXTERNAL RECRUITERS or PLACEMENT AGENCIES, PLEASE.