Director of Communications The LBJ Foundation Established by President and Mrs. Lyndon B. Johnson in 1969, the LBJ Foundation is a nonprofit organization of a board of trustees and administrative staff that supports the LBJ Presidential Library and the LBJ School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin. The LBJ Presidential Library, operating under the auspices of the National Archives and Records Administration, maintains the archive of President Johnson’s administration and political career and promotes his legacy while providing, in his words, “a springboard for the future” through public programming aimed at addressing the issues ofour time. The Foundation elevates the Library by enhancing educational outreach and museum exhibits, administering grants for researchers, and overseeing the museum’s store and admissions operations. The LBJ School of Public Affairs embodies President Johnson’s living legacy by nurturing leaders and public servants in the hopes that they will pursue what he called “the oldest, most basic mission of our country: to right wrong, to do justice, to serve man.” The Foundation provides financial support for the school for the outstandingeducation it offers its undergraduate and graduate students in public policy and government affairs, community outreach, and global initiatives. All bearing the 36th President’s name, these three institutions—the LBJ Foundation, the LBJ Presidential Library, and the LBJ School of Public Affairs—preserve Lyndon B. Johnson’s consequential legacy while pursuing his hopeful vision for the future. Position Overview The LBJ Foundation and the LBJ Presidential Library have built a strong, respected presence grounded in preserving a consequential presidential legacy, supporting civics education, and engaging the public in critical conversations of our time. The Director of Marketing and Communications is responsible for stewarding that identity while ensuring the Foundation’s mission continues to reach new audiences and remain relevant in a changing media landscape. This role leads the Foundation’s communications strategy, aligning messaging and channels to drive increased visibility, engagement, and national influence. The right person sets clear direction, has strong media instincts, and makes disciplined decisions that fully leverage the strengths and expertise of the existing team while thoughtfully engaging external partners where they add the most value. The individual is comfortable moving between strategic leadership and hands-on execution as the moment requires. A significant part of this role involves managing the public profile and media presence of the Foundation’s President and CEO and the LBJ Presidential Library Director. This means ensuring their visibility is intentional, tied to news cycles and LBJ legacy moments, and supported by the preparation that allows them to show up at their best. Equally important is leveraging the depth of expertise within the organization, including archival voices and internal thought leaders, to position the Foundation as a credible and relevant voice in public discourse. The Director leads and manages a team of four: Digital Media and Marketing Manager, Lead Digital Design Manager, Multimedia Producer, and Photographer. The right leader brings clarity, sets standards, and creates the conditions for strong work to happen by building on the existing strengths of the team – removing obstacles, focusing effort, and holding a high bar without over-managing. This role also brings a more structured, forward-looking approach to the work—ensuring efforts are aligned, proactive, and cohesive across channels and initiatives. This is someone whose leadership earns trust, elevates the people around them, and translates vision into consistent, high-quality output. Key Responsibilities Communications Strategy
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