Director of External Affairs Salary in Houston, TX

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How much does a Director of External Affairs make in Houston, TX? The average Director of External Affairs salary in Houston, TX is $177,909 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $155,328 and $204,384. 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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Director of Government Affairs

Hospital Association of Oregon - Lake Oswego , OR

Salary: $115,000-$161,000 annual salary (DOE) POSITION SUMMARY The Director of Government Affairs ... The Position is a member of the external affairs team. The Position reports to the Executive Vice ...

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Public Relations & External Affairs Strategist

Homer Electric Association - Kasilof , AK

The Public Relations & External Affairs Strategist will create, promote, and implement the public ... Direct the coordination of annual membership meetings, Board of Director elections, area meetings ...

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Director of Legal Affairs

Olson Kundig - Seattle , WA

The Director of Legal Affairs plans and directs all aspects of the firm's legal affairs, manages a ... Collaborates with external legal counsel and internal departments to assess the need for new ...

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Director of Government Affairs and Public Policy

Modern Hydrogen - Woodinville , WA

Director of Government Affairs and Public Policy Modern Hydrogen Woodinville, WA - Full Time - ... and communicate internal/external impacts * Ability to work alone with minimal oversight

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Director of Communications and Public Affairs

Cuberg - San Leandro , CA

By representing Cuberg in working with the Director of Communications & Public Affairs Northvolt ... Manage relationships with external agencies, consultants, and other partners to support ...

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Government Affairs Manager

Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties - Bellevue , WA

Reporting to the Director of Government Affairs, this position serves as a day-to-day government ... Association members and external stakeholders, including county and city elected officials ...

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Collaborates with Vice Presidents and other Directors to study and understand.

March 08, 2023

Demonstrated ability to develop multi-pronged communications plans that are ambitious and achievable, and that both deepen public understanding/awareness about critical issues and promote organizations.

March 09, 2023

Represent the Foundation in the community in a manner that cultivates respect and recognition.

April 06, 2023

Track and assess external communications and public relations efforts.

April 06, 2023

Manage a budget as it relates to communications.

April 19, 2023

Communicates and advocates University priorities to local, regional, state and national elected officials and staff.

April 22, 2023

Participates in the development of university policies and procedures.

April 28, 2023

Provide leadership, direction and professional development of a team of highly skilled directors - including the Health Care Policy & Advocacy Director, the Higher Education Policy & Advocacy Director, the Policy Research Director, and Communications Director.

May 06, 2023

Create powerful written internal and external communications products including website, print publications, newsletters, online communications, media and public relations.

May 13, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Director of External Affairs in Houston, TX

Average Base Salary

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155328

204384

177909

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

172785

245715

204449

What is the average salary for Director of External Affairs in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Director of External Affairs in Houston, TX. The base salary for Director of External Affairs ranges from $155,328 to $204,384 with the average base salary of $177,909. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $172,785 to $245,715 with the average total cash compensation of $204,449.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$177,909	$155,328 - $204,384
Bonus	$26,541	$17,456 - $41,331
Total Pay	$204,449	$172,785 - $245,715

* 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.

Director of External Affairs Salary Near Houston, TX

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Pasadena, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $156,995 - $206,577	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Galveston, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $157,713 - $207,522	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Beaumont, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $150,202 - $197,639	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Port Arthur, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $147,152 - $193,625	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Lake Charles, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $140,334 - $184,655	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Austin, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $152,308 - $200,410	COMPARE TO Houston, TX

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About Houston, Texas

Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city has a total area of 627 square miles (1,620 km2); this comprises 599.59 square miles (1,552.9 km2) of land and 22.3 square miles (58 km2) covered by water. The Piney Woods are north of Houston. Most of Houston is located on the gulf coastal plain, and its vegetation is classified as temperate grassland and forest. Much of the city was built on forested land, marshes, swamp, or prairie and are all still visible in surrounding areas.[citation need...

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About Houston, Texas Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

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