Communications Supervisor Salary in Washington, DC

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How much does a Communications Supervisor make in Washington, DC? The average Communications Supervisor salary in Washington, DC is $140,335 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $125,556 and $155,911. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Public Relations Account Supervisor

Raffetto Herman Strategic Communications - Seattle , WA

Public Relations Account Supervisor, Healthcare RH Strategic is seeking a public relations account ... Our team of nearly 40 communications professionals connect these visionaries with opportunities to ...

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Just Transition Communications Specialist

Imagine Black - Portland , OR

Narrative and Communications Supervisor: President and Executive Director Salary: $ 55,000 - 70,000 Benefits: Full medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance covered at 100%; flexible ...

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Event and Operations Supervisor

California Education Partners - San Francisco , CA

JOB SUMMARY As the Events & Communications Supervisor, you'll take the reins on managing event logistics while supporting several of our external facing communication channels. You'll lead the ...

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Production Supervisor, Electronics

Broadata Communications - Torrance , CA

Broadata Communications, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held, California-based corporation. BCI is a ... We are seeking a Production Supervisor, Electronics, for our Operations Department. The successful ...

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Communications Technician (Undergound)

Northern Star (Pogo) LLC - Anchorage , AK

THE OPPORTUNITY The Communications Technician reports to the Communications Supervisor, and the primary role is to be responsible for the installation, maintenance and fault finding of the ...

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Public Safety Dispatcher - Academy Graduate

City of Vacaville - Vacaville , CA

Our Communications Center is overseen by 1 Communications Manager, 4 Communications Supervisors, and 19 Public Safety Dispatchers. The Vacaville Police Department provides safety and service to the ...

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What does a Communications Supervisor do?

Common responsibilities of a Communications Supervisor

Provides technical guidance, recommendation and support to DPS Admin on all systems for security alarms, manual and electronic access, video surveillance, radio communications, computer aided dispatch (CAD), telephone/radio recording and emergency notification.

January 12, 2023

Create and develop key messages for a variety of internal and external audiences including media, analysts, investors and employees.

February 16, 2023

Maintains voice and logs in the recorder system, creates tapes upon request following office protocols and maintains accurate records of release.

February 20, 2023

Develops and maintains relationships with key partners across the Brand, especially with those departments and individuals that the Communications team partners with including digital/social, public affairs and marketing as well as with Owner/Operators, field marketing and communications and national and local PR agencies.

February 28, 2023

Prepares reports for senior management to provide updates on projects' progress, risks, results and successes.

February 28, 2023

Assist SSM with creation of annual departmental budget for the Communications Center and monitor the financial performance of the Communications Center versus the budget during the subsequent fiscal year.

March 01, 2023

Supervise the day-to-day activities of the Compliance Communications team, including but not limited to administering performance reviews, progressive discipline, staffing, ensuring adequate initial and ongoing training, and ensure adherence to company and departmental policies, procedures and standards.

March 11, 2023

Demonstrate tactical proficiency in media relations, including creating and driving outreach plans, message development, management of events, growth of contact network and effective pitching and training of spokespersons on speeches and presentations.

April 09, 2023

Participate in or conduct performance evaluations of Client Services team members with Account Director, Group Account Director and/or VP of Client Services.

April 09, 2023

Manage records and database information for all security alarms, manual and electronic security access, video surveillance, radio communications, and computer aided dispatch, telephone/radio recording, and emergency notification systems.

April 21, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Communications Supervisor in Washington, DC

Average Base Salary

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125556

155911

140335

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

134998

176523

153943

What is the average salary for Communications Supervisor in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Communications Supervisor in Washington, DC. The base salary for Communications Supervisor ranges from $125,556 to $155,911 with the average base salary of $140,335. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $134,998 to $176,523 with the average total cash compensation of $153,943.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$140,335	$125,556 - $155,911
Bonus	$13,608	$9,442 - $20,612
Total Pay	$153,943	$134,998 - $176,523

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Communications Supervisor Salary Near Washington, DC

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Arlington, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $125,579 - $155,939	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Alexandria, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $125,579 - $155,939	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Annandale, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $125,579 - $155,939	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bowie, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $125,315 - $155,611	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $125,579 - $155,939	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $125,579 - $155,939	COMPARE TO Washington, DC

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About Washington, District of Columbia

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...

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