Communications Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Title : Communications Manager

Reports to : Senior Director, Communications

Date : September 2025

Position Overview :

The Communications Manager will work to coordinate and collaborate with the Commonwealth's reporters and producers across print, television, and radio. In order to help build awareness of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce's initiatives and impact, the manager will help to broaden the overall reach of the Chamber's strategic messaging. With a broad range of responsibilities, including working with press and media, as well as stakeholders in the business community, this position is designed for someone who is interested in the region's business climate, as well as public policy issues.

In this role, the Communications Manager will not only coordinate with press and media, but they will also work internally across Chamber departments. The manager will help to manage the press database, respond to media inquiries, draft releases, and assist with special projects as assigned.

Responsibilities :

• Coordinate and build relationships with press and media
• Track coverage and mentions across media platforms
• Manage multiple project timelines and deadlines for various projects
• Collaborate across departments to help build impactful messaging
• Exhibit understanding of the press and media's coverage of the Greater Boston business community and public policies
• Maintain the Chamber's press and media database
• Manage Media Email inbox and respond to all inquiries
• Support the Communications team as needed
• Assist with other duties as assigned

Education / Qualifications :

About Us :

If you are looking to join a dynamic, collaborative team that makes a real difference in Greater Boston, look no further than the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce. We work hard together with one purpose : to make Greater Boston the best place for businesses and people to thrive. At the Chamber, you will develop critical professional skills and interact with business and civic leaders who are shaping the future of our region.

Since 1909 the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce has sought to make Boston an epicenter of communication, collaboration, and celebration between businesses. Our mission is to be the convener, voice, and advocate of our diverse and collaborative membership who drive Greater Boston's success. We believe that when business thrives, we all thrive.

We do this by :

Salary : $65,000 - $77,000

To Apply : Include your resume and a cover letter. Candidates may be asked to supply a writing sample at the time of an interview.

EEO Statement :

The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the people of Boston, Massachusetts. We actively seek a diverse staff that is reflective of the community we serve.

It is the policy of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service or any other non-merit based factor in accordance with all applicable laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state and city entities.

Physical Requirements :

This is a sedentary job by nature but does require travel. Requires being able to sit at a desk and use a computer and phone for most of the day. When traveling, an employee must be mobile enough to get around events and assist with set up and breakdown including lifting 25lbs or more. The physical demands described 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.

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