Career Opportunity

Position:Press Secretary/Supervisor #1899Inventory#:1899Location:Springfield or ChicagoUnion:ExemptDepartment:Public RelationsAnticipated Starting Salary Range:$75,395 - $99,899Full Salary Range:$75,395 - $124,402Office Hours:Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Posted Date:May 8, 2026Closing Date:Open Until Filled

​Reporting to the Director, responsible for the Agency's efforts to obtain positive media coverage and serves as the primary media spokesperson for the Agency. Balances day-to-day media relations and issues management with the strategic planning and execution of longer-term campaigns. Handles sensitive and confidential information in a highly visible leadership role. Maximizes opportunities to deliver the Agency's media coverage and messaging priorities. Supervises the project/event coordinator for education recognition programs, optimizing the Agency's awards programming to tell positive stories about teaching and elevate the teachin...