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Chief Communications Officer
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 1 days ago
On-siteSan Diego, CA$122K – $158KApply by Jun 8, 2026Public AffairsENFJENFPENTPESFPMarketingHealthcare
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The Chief Communications Officer for the VA San Diego Healthcare System (VASDHS) oversees all internal and external communications, directing a comprehensive public affairs program that includes strategic messaging, media relations, and community engagement. Chief Communications Officer leads efforts to develop, implement, and maintain communication and marketing initiatives that directly support the Healthcare System's strategic priorities and overall mission.
What You'll Do
- →Major Duties include but are not limited to: Serve as the primary media spokesperson for VASDHS, responding to local and regional inquiries and interpreting national VA policies for public understanding.
- →Direct, develop, implement, and evaluate all internal and external communication programs, including strategic communication plans and public affairs policies.
- →Represent the Medical Center Director at public, civic, and community events, strengthening relationships and promoting a positive perception of VASDHS.
- →Lead and supervise the Office of Public Affairs staff, including assigning work, evaluating performance, resolving conflicts, and overseeing professional development.
- →Manage and oversee social media, the facility Intranet/Internet, and all digital communication platforms, ensuring timely and accurate information dissemination.
- →Develop communication campaigns to support organizational initiatives, anticipate public opinion, and address issues affecting stakeholder perception.
- →Plan and coordinate executive-level events, including congressional visits, service officer meetings, and high-visibility engagements with community partners.
- →Provide strategic advice to leadership on communication implications of policy decisions, crisis response, and public affairs strategies at local, VISN, and national levels.
- →Accept and execute VISN and national-level public affairs projects, contributing to broader VA and VHA communication priorities.
- →Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
- →Position Description/PD#: Chief Communications Officer/PD148920 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized for a highly qualified applicant relocating to the San Diego, CA commuting area Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Requirements
- ✓You must be a U.S.
- ✓Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process.
- ✓In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment.
- ✓The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.
- ✓Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment.
- ✓A pre-placement physical examination is not required.
- ✓Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
- ✓Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
- ✓Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
- ✓Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
- ✓In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
- ✓Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
- ✓There is no educational substitution at this grade level.
Personality Fit
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