Senior Communications Specialist

About the Company

OpenGov is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.S. More than 2,000 cities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and special districts rely on the OpenGov Public Service Platform to operate efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen the public trust.

Responsibilities

• Write and manage company-wide communications including Slack, email, and leadership updates
• Establish and run a consistent cadence for internal communication
• Partner with the leadership team to communicate priorities and key updates
• Own and improve the careers site and candidate-facing messaging
• Develop employee stories that reflect real work and impact
• Run OpenGov’s corporate social channels and build a consistent presence
• Support leaders and employees in showing up on social media authentically
• Produce content across internal and external channels on a weekly cadence
• Use AI tools to draft, iterate, and scale content efficiently
• Track engagement across internal communications, social channels, and employer brand efforts

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in corporate communications, internal communications, employer brand, or social/content roles
• Strong writing skills with the ability to simplify complex topics
• Experience owning internal communication channels like Slack and email
• Experience owning or contributing to social media presence, especially LinkedIn
• Proven ability to operate independently in ambiguous environments
• Experience working cross-functionally with Marketing, People, and leadership teams
• Comfortable using AI tools to increase speed and scale of content creation

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families
• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions
• Professional development and growth opportunities