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Tallgrass · 8 hours ago

Vice President-Communications

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering energy and services. The Vice President of Communications is responsible for developing and executing the company’s communications strategy, ensuring clear messaging that aligns with business objectives and enhances corporate reputation.

Energy

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Develop and lead a comprehensive enterprise-wide communications strategy aligned with corporate objectives, operational priorities, and long-term growth

Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on communications, reputation management, and stakeholder engagement

Ensure alignment and consistency of messaging across all channels, business units, and geographies

Lead internal communications strategy to engage, inform, and align employees across corporate and field operations

Oversee leadership communications, company performance messaging, safety communications, culture initiatives, and change management efforts

Partner with Human Resources and executive leadership to support employee engagement and organizational transformation

Oversee all external communications, including media relations, corporate announcements, thought leadership, and issues management

Act as a company spokesperson when appropriate and prepare executives for media interviews and public engagements

Lead crisis communications planning and response related to operational incidents, regulatory matters, or reputational risk

Manage relationships with media, industry associations, community stakeholders, and external communications vendor partners

Provide executive oversight of the company’s brand strategy, visual identity, and storytelling across all platforms

Directly manage and mentor the Creative Director, ensuring creative output aligns with brand standards and strategic objectives

Oversee the development of high-quality content, including digital, video, print, presentations, and executive materials

Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing communications and creative team

Manage the communications budget, agencies, and external vendors to ensure efficiency and effectiveness

Establish metrics and KPIs to measure communications impact and drive continuous improvement

Qualification

Communications strategyCrisis communicationsMedia relationsReputation managementBrand strategyContent developmentBudget managementLeadership experienceMulti-taskingWritten communicationVerbal communicationOrganizational skillsDecision makingTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Communications, Public Relations, or a related discipline

Minimum of 15 years of progressive communications experience, including senior leadership roles

Proven experience leading internal and external communications within a complex, regulated organization

Demonstrated success in reputation management, media relations, and crisis communications

Experience managing senior creative or brand leaders, including a Creative Director or equivalent

Strong executive presence with exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated superior leadership outcomes in the areas of leading self, leading others, and leading an organization

Proven ability to drive positive change and continuous improvement

Proven track record of successful, innovative leadership and delivery of performance results

Demonstrated success in managing large departmental budgets

Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Teams, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel)

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task

Strong analysis, decision making, and logic skills

Self-motivated with a high level of initiative

Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job

Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules

Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines

Ability to organize and prioritize daily work

Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience, and skill sets of the successful candidate