Senior Director, Strategic Communications

Job Summary

This role will help lead the narrative development and public positioning of API and the oil and natural gas industry and drive strategic communications plans to advance API’s integrated advocacy priorities across external channels. Working closely with API’s senior executives, this role will develop strategic messaging materials, thought leadership opportunities and executive visibility strategies. The ideal candidate will provide outstanding messaging and media instincts with innovative ideas, creativity, policy fluency and editorial leadership to elevate the organization’s voice externally and tell the industry’s story in an evolving media landscape.

This role is suited for a high-performing communicator who thrives at the intersection of strategic communications and public policy—and who brings editorial rigor and sound judgment to every initiative.

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Travel Requirements

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Up to 25%

This job outline describes the typical accountabilities and requirements of the position and should not be construed as an all-encompassing description of every duty performed by or expected of the incumbent.

EEO Statement

API is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Our success in maintaining a reputation for professional excellence depends on selecting the best qualified candidates. Achieving this objective means that no employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, age, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, related medical conditions, breastfeeding, and reproductive health decisions), genetic information, national origin, disability, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, political affiliation, matriculation, credit information, the status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual offense, or any prohibited basis under federal, state or local law.

API is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources Department via email at HumanResources@api.org.

This salary range is DC based and may be adjusted accordingly due to candidate’s geographic location. Candidates are typically hired at a point in the salary range based on prior experience, education, and market demand for the role; candidates are also compared internally to their peers.

API offers a comprehensive benefits package for our employees and their families. More information about our benefits may be found at api.org/about/careers/benefits.