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Job Description The Communications Manager is part of the Office of Public Affairs and also serves as the Liaison for Diocesan Communications. This position is is responsible for establishing and maintaining the relationship with diocesan communications offices and serves as the primary point of contact for diocesan communicators. The Communications Manager also serves within the Public Affairs office as part of the media relations team. The position demonstrates willingness and ability to understand, respect and contribute to the USCCB mission and to fulfill job duties in accordance with its Catholic identity. Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Public Affairs, the Communications Manager is a practicing Catholic, registered in a Catholic parish or regularly attending a Catholic parish or faith community, who embraces, upholds and promotes the authentic teaching of the Catholic Church in every aspect of his/her work. Liaison for Diocesan Communications: While each bishop continues to maintain his own communications operation in his diocese, this liaison will aid the diocesan communicators by building and maintaining a pro-active relationship to support their work. The liaison must have a pulse on the activities of USCCB offices, and then also serve as the main point of contact for the diocesan communicators in the ongoing effort to ensure that information, materials, and resources produced by the Conference may reach the dioceses to use at the local bishop's discretion. He/she must understand the work of the various USCCB offices and Conference initiatives to serve as a resource to the diocesan communicators. The liaison is a key player along with the Executive Director of Public Affairs in providing ongoing support, consultation, and resources regarding communication strategies for bishops and USCCB offices and programs. · This position will require the ability to engage with nearly 200 diocesan communications offices regularly (sometimes as a collective group, and sometimes individually), and is responsible for maintaining an updated contact list of the diocesan communicators to allow ongoing engagement and collaboration. · Work with USCCB offices in anticipation of upcoming initiatives, events, and commemorations where information and resources from USCCB offices may be disseminated to the dioceses. · Schedule, plan, and host quarterly Zoom meetings for diocesan communications directors and state Catholic conference communicators. Collaborate internally to determine topics of quarterly calls and line up guest speakers. · Assist USCCB offices with information on diocesan level initiatives and activities that could be newsworthy or serve as best-practices examples. Working with Digital Engagement Specialist, identify emerging issues and trends on social media coverage of Catholic Church and related issues to foresee that might require a response from the USCCB or an alert to diocesan communicators. Public Affairs and Media Relations: This position includes support for the Executive Director of Public Affairs in a media relations role. While extensive media relations experience is not necessary, the position requires someone who has a willingness to learn how the USCCB engages with media and assist with the maintenance of relationships with Catholic and secular media. The USCCB issues a steady stream of statements and press releases throughout the year. Proofing the materials that are often the result of collaborative editing efforts of multiple offices, and then formatting the statements for the web and for archive files, and then subsequently disseminating them to media lists, diocesan communicators, USCCB staff will fall to the manager. Monitor the Catholic Media Association's Google Group for diocesan communications directors to track trending issues or concerns. Provide logistical support for media operations at bishops' meetings, events, and press opportunities. Willingness and ability to work collaboratively within the public affairs team and provide regular updates to the team and to the Executive Director. Ability to pivot quickly to adjust priorities to address rapidly developing situations and work under the pressure of a deadline. Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail for proofing content on tight deadlines. Education Level: Bachelor's degree in communications or related field. Other Specialized Training: 1. Awareness of and understanding of Catholic Church theology, structure, and hierarchy. 2. Excellent written and verbal language skills 3. Demonstrates strong initiatives and team player. 4. Experience working in an (arch)diocese with a particular awareness of diocesan communications operations. 5. Awareness of major issues facing the Catholic Church in the U.S. and abroad. 6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, proficiency in basic online research, and use of media measurement and metrics platforms and tools. 7. Ability and willingness to work weekends and weeknights as needed. Number of Years Required: 5-10 years of experience in a professional setting. Type and Nature of Professional Experience: 1. General understanding of the news cycle and the role of the media, with willingness to learn how social media fits into the landscape in the context of the organization's work. 2. Ability to work under the pressure of a deadline and be able to respond quickly to rapidly developing situations. 3. Strong speaking, writing, and editing skills, including demonstrated experience producing clear, concise, and engaging content that distills complex or lengthy information into key messages or points. 4. Demonstrate strong initiative in creating and maintaining strong relationships with various audiences, including bishops, diocesan communications directors, Church communicators, and the media. 5. Excellent time management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail. 6. Ability to maintain confidentiality and show prudence in handling sensitive information. 7. Ability to travel to twice yearly bishops' general assembly meetings and other USCCB events as needed to carry out the work of the Department of Communications. 8. Experience working collaboratively and positively with peers, colleagues, organizational leadership to achieve the organization's mission, goals and objectives. Experience with establishing and maintaining working relationships with external stakeholders such as clients, the media, and external partners is a plus. The salary range for this position is $79,867 to $100,245. Applicants can expect the starting salary to be at the beginning of the range.

Job Description THE OPPORTUNITY The National League of Cities, a non-partisan organization based in Washington, D.C., is comprised of elected leaders focused on improving the quality of life for their current and future constituents. With 100 years of dedication to local government's strength, health, and advancement, NLC has gained the trust and support of more than 2,000 cities, towns, and villages nationwide. Together, our mission is to strengthen local leadership, influence federal policy, and drive innovative solutions. The Chief of Staff serves as the CEO's principal strategic and operational partner ensuring organizational priorities are clearly defined, strategically aligned, and consistently executed, while strengthening cross-functional collaboration and operational discipline across the organization. Responsible for managing the CEO's agenda including organizational priority-setting, strategic planning, and key internal initiatives while supporting high-level decision making through analysis, coordination, and recommendations. The role also functions as a central liaison between the CEO, the Senior Executive Team (SET), and internal stakeholders to ensure clarity, follow-through, and organizational alignment. Duties and Responsibilities CEO Partnership & Strategy Execution Leads the development and management of the organization's priority framework, ensuring goals are aligned with mission, strategy, and operational capacity. Establishes operating rhythms (dashboards, CEO check-ins, SET routines) that drive accountability, transparency, and timely execution. Tracks organizational performance against strategic and operational priorities; provides regular reporting and decision-ready updates to the CEO. Identifies emerging risks, constraints, and execution gaps; escalates issues and proposes solutions to maintain momentum. Strategic Planning & Organizational Alignment Manages and drives the organization's strategic planning process in partnership with the CEO and SET, ensuring clear timelines, stakeholder input, and measurable outcomes. Supports translation of strategic priorities into annual operating plans and cross-functional initiatives. Facilitates alignment between Centers/Departments to ensure shared ownership of organizational priorities and minimized siloed execution. Ensures internal teams understand organizational direction through clear planning documentation and communication support. Cross-Organization Collaboration & Leadership Support Drives collaboration across departments by coordinating integrated workstreams, resolving barriers, and aligning leadership on shared outcomes. Facilitates SET discussions and meetings to support effective decision-making, accountability, and clarity. Builds internal partnerships that promote communication flow across functions such as finance, HR, IT, programs, and membership. Serves as a strategic advisor and thought partner to the CEO and SET on organizational dynamics, performance, and operational improvement. CEO Decision Support & Executive Operations Provides direct strategic and operational support to the CEO, including briefing documents, scenario planning, and executive-level research and analysis. Evaluates organizational proposals and initiatives for feasibility, risk, and alignment to enterprise goals; prepares recommendations for CEO review. Coordinates executive-level communications and leadership messaging as requested. Maintains high discretion and judgment in handling confidential information, sensitive personnel matters, and organizational risk. Organizational Initiative Leadership Leads and/or co-leads high impact internal initiatives on behalf of the CEO (e.g., transformation initiatives, systems change, governance improvements, structure/role clarity, operational process upgrades. Develops project plans, milestones, and success metrics; oversees implementation and cross-functional delivery. Ensures major initiatives are resourced appropriately, supported by stakeholders, and reported clearly to the CEO and SET. Board Relationships & Governance Support Serves as a key partner to the CEO in managing Board relationships and communications. Supports governance documentation, Board committee coordination, and follow-up actions after Board meetings. Maintains awareness of Board priorities and ensures alignment between governance activities and organizational planning/execution. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree required (Master's degree, MBA, MPA, or similar preferred). Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in internal operations, strategic planning, executive management, or organizational transformation. Demonstrated experience managing organization-wide projects and driving cross-organizational alignment. Experience supporting executive leadership decision-making through analysis, strategic briefs, and recommendations. Strong familiarity with governance practices, board relations, or senior stakeholder engagement. Skill in developing high-impact communication (written briefings, executive presentations). Organizational agility and systems thinking with the ability to drive alignment in a complex environment. Strong political acuity and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a membership organization, association, nonprofit, or public-sector environment with complex stakeholders. Proven experience facilitating strategic planning and translating strategy into operational execution. Experience leading organizational change management initiatives. Working Conditions / Additional Expectations Requires occasional evening or weekend hours in support of Board meetings, executive travel, and major organization-wide initiatives. Ability to manage sensitive/confidential issues with diplomacy and professional maturity. Represents the CEO's office with professionalism and integrity across all levels of the organization. NLC INCLUSION STATEMENT NLC is committed to fostering a culture that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. NLC is dedicated to ensuring that our hiring practices and workplace policies provide equal access to opportunities, skill development, and merit-based advancement. By embracing inclusion, we foster a work culture of continuous learning, innovation, creativity, and understanding which are essential to our success supporting cities, towns, and villages. NLC will take steps to ensure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at ********** WORK LOCATION This hybrid position is based in Washington, DC, and requires three days on-site at our NLC headquarters. OUR BENEFITS Target Hiring Range (165k-200k) Competitive benefits, and retirement package Generous paid time off and holidays Hybrid work environment EOE

Job Description The Chief Financial Officer is a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church who is responsible for leading and overseeing the finance-related activities of the organization. This role serves as lead staff to the Committee on Budget and Finance and provides insight and analysis to the General Secretary and Executive Team. The CFO guides and participates in budgeting, financial reporting, audits, internal control systems, accounting practices, stewardship of investments, and financial analysis to assure fiscal responsibility and integrity. 1. Supervises the gathering, recording, summarizing and reporting of all transactions in support of interim and audited year end financial statements, and the comparison of actual to budgeted and planned outcomes. 2. Coordinates the development of departmental and programmatic budgets which support the priorities and mission directives of the Conference. 3. Develops the agenda and supporting documentation for meetings of the Budget and Finance Committee; researches and gathers supporting information; provides advice and develops strategies to address financial matters; and advises the Treasurer as requested. 4. Drafts the Treasurer's correspondence, oral and written reports to the Budget and Finance Committee, Administrative Committee and body of Bishops. 5. Supports the work of the Audit Subcommittee as requested by the Chairman. 6. Advises the General Secretariat on the financial aspects of Conference activities and functions as a member of the Senior Staff and as a leader in the management of Conference activities, priorities and mission directives. 7. Monitors Conference financials to proactively identify potential issues or threats to the financial health of the organization. 8. Provides staff assistance to the Committee on Priorities and Plans in relating the planning process to the financial realities of the Conference. 9. Performs treasury management functions and forecasting of cash flows and investment liquidation and rebalancing. 10. With the General Secretariat, works with investment management consultants, managers, advisors and custodians for performance and results measurement, adherence to investment guidelines, portfolio composition, and related accounting for position & results. 11. Represents management to the independent auditors and advises management on issues related to the audited annual financial statements, including adoption of reporting standards and preparation of footnote disclosures. 12. Oversee and advise in the implementation, development, and maintenance of finance and accounting systems. 13. Oversees the Conference's relationship with its travel agency and develops, suggests and monitors the related policies and procedures. 14. Works with other staff as needed to address particular projects, such as royalty audits, risk management, special events and functions, investigations, etc. 15. Provides staff support to the USCCB Accounting Practices Committee. 16. Participates in the Socially Responsible Investment Guidelines Relevance Review process. 17. Serves as requested and as time allows on task forces, committees and special projects. 18. Ensures compliance with all USCCB personnel and administrative policies in the Office of Finance and Accounting. Degree: Bachelor's degree required; CPA preferred; MBA preferred Major Field/Specialty: Accounting, finance, management, business administration, or similar field Specialized Training/Requirements: Practicing Roman Catholic in good standing Familiarity with the Roman Catholic Church, its mission, organizational structure, goals, objectives, concerns and issues required Some investment management experience necessary. Familiarity with socially responsible investing consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church Familiarity with professional pronouncements, statements and requirements of AICPA and FASB necessary Excellent communication skills and ability to explain financial concepts in an understandable way to others who are outside of the field Collaborative, proactive and ability to see issues from varied perspectives Applications of financial systems software and processes desired Number of Years of Experience Required: 10 years Type of Experience Required: Experience working in an organization with multiple and complex revenue streams (grants, donations, reserve draws) Budgeting experience necessary Controllership experience helpful Religious or non-profit experience helpful * The salary range for this position is $180,000 to $220,000

The Department of Transportation Planning of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) is seeking a Transportation Planner III to assist in professional-level planning activities that support metropolitan transportation planning. The Transportation Planner position, as part of the Multimodal Planning Team, will primarily play a role in facilitating regional coordination and communication of regional roadway safety and bicycle and pedestrian planning issues. The successful candidate will also have responsibilities including authoring technical and policy-oriented reports on metropolitan transportation issues, the collection and analysis of data for transportation planning studies, presenting to the Transportation Planning Board (TPB) and COG committees and subcommittees, and assisting with federal performance planning requirements. The position requires program management and data analysis skills, ability to establish and maintain relationships with partners, and the candidate should be familiar with general transportation planning issues, metropolitan transportation issues, and transportation performance measurement. EXAMPLES OF WORK Undertaking bicycle and pedestrian planning; serving as a subject matter expert on bicycle, pedestrian, and micro-mobility planning for the region; and acting as a regional resource for bicycle, pedestrian, and micro--mobility information. Managing and/or supporting the preparation of metropolitan transportation planning studies such as the Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan and update/tracking of the National Capital Trail Network. Example activities include producing plan content such as narrative, charts, and maps; developing project scopes and schedule; working with consultants and/or other TPB departments; and monitoring progress toward completion. Managing and/or supporting the Street Smart program including developing annual grant funding applications; administering grants awarded by funding agencies and monitoring consultant progress on campaigns; collaborating with the Street Smart Advisory Group and the consultant to execute press events, media campaigns, public outreach activities, and new creatives; and coordinating with the Advisory Group on overall programmatic decisions. Staffing and supporting the Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee including developing agendas, conducting outreach to speakers, facilitating meetings, drafting meeting summaries, and coordinating meeting logistics and acting as a general liaison for regional transportation issues. Supporting TPB-administered grant programs (ex. Transportation Land Use Connection and Transit Withing Reach). Example activities include evaluating program applications, participating in panel selection discussions, and assisting with project oversight. Coordinating and working with federal, state, regional and local transportation agencies and organizations. Example activities include regularly interacting with and participating in other organizations' bicycle and pedestrian planning activities, representing the TPB's interests, and summarizing meeting discussions. Authoring and presenting technical and policy-oriented information including major plan documents, memoranda, and technical reports for a variety of audiences including elected officials, technical experts, and the public. Making oral and graphic presentations of metropolitan transportation data, issues, findings and recommendations to TPB and COG committees and subcommittees. Facilitating the planning of key events such as symposiums or workshops on bicycle, pedestrian, and micro-mobility planning topics. Other multimodal transportation planning duties, as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES No direct staff supervisory responsibilities but may be involved in recruitment, supervising interns, and/or oversight of consultants to ensure the quality and timeliness of deliverables. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience) Candidates must possess either: Master's degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Statistics, or a related field and four (4) or more years of directly applicable work experience; OR Bachelor's degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Statistics, or a related field and six (6) or more years of directly applicable work experience An equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, analytical and writing skills and abilities may be considered. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will possess the following: Professional experience in transportation planning, including planning for active transportation (walking and bicycling) modes. Project/program management skills and experience. Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment within and between COG departments. Ability to establish and maintain relationships with external partners and stakeholders. Passionate about learning, improving technical skills, public service, and making significant contributions that will improve the agency and the region. Computer Knowledge and Skills Background and demonstrated experience using the following: ArcGIS and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Communication Skills Ability to interpret technical findings and share them with general audiences. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from members, regulatory agencies, community leaders and citizens. Ability to articulate intended project workflows to direct supervisors. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute percentages, rates, and ratios and to draw and interpret numeric charts and graphs. Reasoning Ability Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to evaluate technical options and implement solutions based on individual project needs. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form and deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization may exist. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations No Requirements PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The candidate will be required to report to work at the COG offices in Washington, D.C. This is not a fully remote work position. COG policy currently requires all employees to work three (3) days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and an additional day as approved by a supervisor) in COG offices, and allows up to two (2) days teleworking from a remote location.