Director of Communications & Legislative Affa
Company: New Hampshire Retirement System
Location: Concord
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The New Hampshire Retirement
System (NHRS) is seeking an experienced, motivated, and
detail-oriented Director of Communication and Legislative Affairs.
The Director of Communication and Legislative Affairs serves as the
primary spokesperson for the New Hampshire Retirement System
(NHRS). This position is responsible for planning, developing,
coordinating, and overseeing NHRS’s public information efforts,
membership and employer education programs, and internal and
external communication initiatives. The Director works
collaboratively across the organization, particularly with the
Legal team, to research, monitor, and analyze existing and proposed
legislation affecting NHRS, ensuring accurate, timely, and
transparent communication with stakeholders. Key Responsibilities:
Track and analyze legislation impacting NHRS and advise Executive
Management and the Board of Trustees on legislative strategies and
communication. Act as a liaison and spokesperson with legislators,
media, unions, employers, and other stakeholders, delivering
factual and unbiased information. Assist all departments in
implementing changes driven by legislation. Lead public information
efforts, developing communications across platforms (brochures,
newsletters, website content, news releases, etc.) to keep
stakeholders informed on current and proposed benefit provisions.
Plan and oversee member and employer education programs, media
relations, and public presentations. Leads the website
administration team by developing and/or editing content and
monitoring the efficacy and accessibility of the NHRS website for
the purpose of delivering accurate, consistent and concise
information via the Internet and social media. Support NHRS crisis
management and strategic planning initiatives, collaborating with
executive leadership and other NHRS teams. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in communications or a related field. Minimum of
seven years’ experience in journalism, public relations,
legislative relations, or similar fields. Strong communication,
organizational, and supervisory skills with a proven ability to
build relationships and manage high-impact communication
strategies. Experience managing a team. Salary: This is an exempt
position with a pay range of $120,000-$140,000
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