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Title:  Senior Manager, Communications (Operations)

Date:  Aug 25, 2026
Location: 

Dallas, TX, US, 75219

Basic Function

HF Sinclair's Senior Manager, Communication (Operations) is responsible for the development and execution of strategic internal and external communications supporting HF Sinclair’s Operations organization, which includes refining, midstream, asphalt and renewables. Leads a team of communications professionals and supports the Executive Vice President of Operations and leadership across all operational areas. Provides guidance on stakeholder engagement, enhances organizational reputation and serves as a key member of the emergency response team.

Job Duties

Communications

  • Leads strategic communications across operations segment, reinforcing One HF Sinclair values and aligning with business strategy.
  • Develops and delivers timely, effective communications to diverse stakeholders, including leadership messaging, employee engagement and external presentations.
  • Oversees all segment communication channels, including intranet, social media and more.
  • Supports corporate initiatives with tailored tactics for operational roles.
  • Plans and executes division-wide communication events (e.g., town halls) to support consistent, professional experiences aligned with business goals.

 

Public Affairs

  • Oversees development and execution of site-related Engagement Plans, aligning with corporate initiatives and supporting community advisory panels.
  • Leads community investment strategy for operations, collaborating with regional leads to meet local business and community needs.
  • Guides internal community support campaigns to enhance employee morale and community awareness.

 

Issues Management

  • Protects and strengthens HF Sinclair’s reputation through proactive and reactive communication strategies.
  • Develops Issue Notes and key messaging for emerging and immediate issues.
  • Plays a key role in the incident command structure, supporting emergency response efforts.

 

Leadership & Team Management

  • Directly leads the Communications and Stakeholder Relations Advisors, embedded in operations.
  • Provides mentorship, strategic direction, and performance oversight to support alignment with organizational goals.

 

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.

Experience

  • 10+ years of relevant experience is required.
  • Experience working with senior management and stakeholders within a large and complex organization.
  • Experience working with unionized operating facilities and/or remote workforce is preferred.
  • Experience leading and/or implementing projects to completion within a changing environment.

Education Level

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Public Relations, Journalism or associated field.

 

Required Skills

  • Exceptional ability to deliver strategic communication guidance and planning.
  • Strong writing skills.
  • Understanding of various communication channels.
  • Strategic stakeholder management experience.
  • Experience in issues management.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibility

Provide leadership and oversight to one direct report.

Work Conditions

Office based with up to 25% travel by land and air required. Subject to all weather and varying road conditions.

Benefits

HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

 

  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time-Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Parental Bonding Time
  • Employee Discounts

 

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.

Our One HF Sinclair Culture:

At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization. We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.

About HF Sinclair Corporation

HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and lubricants and specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to our refineries and the petroleum industry. HF Sinclair markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states and supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,750 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand to more than 350 additional locations throughout the country. HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in New Mexico. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.


Nearest Major Market: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth

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