Director

Rational 360 is seeking a Director to join our dynamic team, with a focus on strategic communications and public affairs. This role will manage the day-to day on several client accounts and contribute to internal teams. Candidates must have at least 4-8 years of prior public relations or communications experience and ideally will have experience in public affairs or corporate communications. Candidates must possess strong writing and project management skills, and be eager to work in a fast-paced environment, and able to manage a diverse workload. Experience managing digital media communications is a plus.

Directors engage in daily client consultation and strategy development, produce high-level communications materials and manage media relations campaigns.

Our firm is committed to high-quality, personal service and we specialize in strategic public affairs communications, reputation management, business and consumer public relations, and digital communications.

About Rational 360

Rational 360 is a full-service strategic communications and digital company that helps organizations win in high-stakes public affairs, corporate communications, and reputation management. We combine data-driven insights, creative storytelling, and cutting-edge technology to deliver results for clients across industries. Our team is collaborative, entrepreneurial, and driven by impact.

With a staff of approximately 120 and growing, Rational 360 is partially employee-owned and deeply invested in professional development, mentorship, and career advancement. Our teams work at the forefront of strategic communications, public policy, and media engagement across a wide variety of sectors.

Employment Type

Full-time

Requirements

• At least 5-8 years of strategic communications or public relations experience with proven results and experience working with reporters is a plus

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills

• Proven ability to develop creative, strategic solutions to communications challenges

• Experience managing staff

• Experience managing clients and/or project teams

• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

• Experience developing and editing high-quality written materials

• Familiarity with the professional use of digital media channels

• Experience developing and editing high-quality written materials

• Experience working with top corporation or association executives

• Bachelors’ Degree

Benefits

Why Join Rational?

• Collaborative team environment with exposure to high-impact work across public affairs, strategic communications, marketing and digital

• Competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, 401(k) corporate match, and paid time off

• Participation in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

• Professional development and growth opportunities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• Hybrid work model with flexibility: this role requires in-person work at our HQ located in downtown DC on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays

Salary range for this role is 85,000 to 115,000 USD annually.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

Rational is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace.