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IAVA

Chief Communications Officer

Manhattan, NY

Flawless communication skills, both written and oral; * Ability to work in a flexibly, change-savvy ... Salary is commensurate with experience. IAVA provides comprehensive health and dental coverage ...

IAVA

Chief Communications Officer

New York, NY · On-site

Flawless communication skills, both written and oral; * Ability to work in a flexibly, change-savvy ... Salary is commensurate with experience. IAVA provides comprehensive health and dental coverage ...

DHR International

Chief Communications Officer

Denver, CO · Hybrid

$145K - $150K/yr

Exempt, Full-Time Salary: $145,000.18 - 150,000.24 Benefits: Our benefits package includes 100 ... Excellent communication skills with the ability to express ideas and agreements concisely and ...

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Klickitat County

Communication Officer

Goldendale, WA · On-site

$52K - $64K/yr

Basic Job Purpose/Function Communications Officer - 911/Dispatch - Goldendale, WA - Non-Exempt - Full-time - Salary set by the Union, Step 1, $25.17/ Hr. Open until filled. Receives and prioritizes ...

Klickitat County, WA

Communication Officer

Goldendale, WA · On-site

$52K - $64K/yr

Salary : $52,353.60 - $64,230.40 Annually Location : Goldendale, WA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number ... Dispatch Opening Date: 02/06/2026 Basic Job Purpose/Function Communications Officer - 911/Dispatch ...

Houston County

Communication Officer

Warner Robins, GA · On-site

$21.24/hr

Communication Officer (Sheriff's Department)Grade 15A Salary: $44,179.20 ($21.24 hr) Supervisor/Department: Captain Veronica Edens /911 Manager/ Sheriff's Department YOU MUST APPLY IN PERSON AT THE ...

City of Portales

Communication Officer I

Portales, NM · On-site

REGULAR - 40 HOURS PER WEEK SALARY: $18.34 HOURLY/$38,147.20 ANNUALLY **This is a safety-sensitive ... Communication Officers are required to answer requests for service from phone calls, first ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief communication officer salary in the United States is $70,830.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $76,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chief Communication Officer Salary vs Public Relations Manager Salary?

AspectChief Communication Officer SalaryPublic Relations Manager Salary
Average Annual Salary$130,000 - $200,000$60,000 - $110,000
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, often master's, in communications, PR, or related fieldsBachelor's degree in communications, PR, or related fields
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, strategic planning, corporate communicationOperational, media relations, campaign management
Industry UsageCorporate, large organizations, multinational companies

The Chief Communication Officer (CCO) typically earns a higher salary than a Public Relations Manager due to their executive responsibilities, strategic role, and required credentials. While both roles focus on communication, the CCO oversees overall corporate messaging and reputation at the executive level, whereas the Public Relations Manager handles day-to-day media relations and PR campaigns.

What does a chief communication officer do?

A chief communication officer (CCO) is responsible for managing an organization’s internal and external communications, including public relations, media relations, and corporate messaging. They develop communication strategies, oversee branding efforts, and ensure consistent messaging across all channels, often working closely with executive leadership. Strong skills in media relations, strategic planning, and familiarity with communication tools are essential for this role.

What does a chief communication officer make?

A Chief Communication Officer (CCO) typically earns a salary ranging from $100,000 to over $250,000 annually, depending on the company's size, industry, and location. The role often requires strong leadership, strategic communication skills, and experience with media relations and corporate branding.
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Infographic showing various Chief Communication Officer Salary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,830 per year, or $34.1 per hour.

Chief Communications Officer

IAVA

Manhattan, NY

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee the Engagement Division, including Communications, Digital Engagement, and Marketing, to develop and execute communication strategies.

  • Develop and establish internal and external communication, brand, and marketing initiatives to raise awareness and support for the organization.

  • Monitor and manage performance metrics such as media growth, digital engagement, and brand awareness to achieve communication goals.

Job description

An exciting opportunity exists for an exceptional individual to help lead IAVA’s efforts to serve our nation’s heroes as Chief Communications Officer.

The Chief Communications Officer will be responsible for overseeing the Engagement Division of IAVA, developing and establishing the organization’s internal and external communication strategy, brand and marketing development and membership and supporter engagement.

 IAVA’s Engagement Division is comprised of Communications, Digital Engagement and Marketing and is a leader in new media, technology and online organizing. Together, these departments work tirelessly to raise critical awareness about veterans’ issues, hold lawmakers accountable for policies impacting veterans and ensure the entire country is focused on providing a lasting network of care and support for this newest generation of veterans.

Based in our New York, NY headquarters, the Chief Communications Officer will report to the Chief of Staff, and serve as a key member of the senior leadership team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  •  Chief Communications Officer will increase awareness by developing and executing:
    • External communications strategy across all platforms;
    • Brand development and guardianship;
    • Marketing development;
    • Customer insight research;
    • Membership and supporter engagement;
  • Establish clear, compelling and consistent communications around the vision of IAVA;
  • Identify, foster and facilitate creative and innovative ideas and concepts to achieve greater communications results;
  • Engage monitoring and management of performance across functional interfaces, metrics include, but are not limited to:
    • Media growth;
    • Digital engagement;
    • Brand awareness;
    • Foster joint responsibility with senior-level leadership for total customer satisfaction and retention.
IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS
  • 5-plus years of professional experience in a nonprofit organization and management; demonstrated success in a communications/engagement function;
  • Flawless communication skills, both written and oral;
  • Ability to work in a flexibly, change-savvy manner;
  • Ability to influence and engage a wide range of constituents and build long-term, sustainable relationships;
  • Strong organizational and planning skills;
  • High energy and passion for IAVA’s mission;
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
TRAITS
  • Possess outstanding interpersonal skills; able to build and maintain effective working relationships, with the energy and dynamism to inspire others;
  • Able to work both independently, but also as a team player who will productively engage others at varying levels of seniority both within and outside of IAVA;
  • Adept at planning, prioritizing, organization and follow through;
  • Able to construct, articulate, and implement new and traditional media strategies;
  • Have exceptional attention to detail;
  • Have a positive attitude and great sense of humor;
  • Committed to and enthusiastic about the mission and programs of IAVA

Start Date: Immediate

Application Deadline: Rolling

Salary and Benefits: Salary is commensurate with experience. IAVA provides comprehensive health and dental coverage, access to vision benefits, a Flexible Spending Account, Transportation Savings Account and a 403(b) retirement plan, in addition to thirty Paid Time Off days per year.

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