Communications Manager

Responsibilities

• leads and develops strategic communications activities that positively brand the city and engage the community in key city initiatives
• provides timely, transparent and proactive information to the public
• enhances the visibility of the city’s strategic initiatives, key messages and programs
• develops and promotes the City of Marysville brand
• enables meaningful community engagement in the public process
• manages public messaging to ensure it is consistent, engaging and aligned with the city’s brand to support its priorities and overall goals
• crafts and maintains the city’s voice and tone across various platforms and with different audiences
• develops and implements citywide public information programs designed to help residents understand how their city works, strengthens the public image of the city, encourages resident participation in city processes and fosters a sense of civic pride in the community

• Five (5) years of experience in designing, planning, implementing and evaluating public information programs, including two (2) years of lead or supervisory experience.
• Experience in local government preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in public administration, public relations, communications, journalism, marketing or a closely related field.
• Must possess, or have the ability to possess within one month of hire date, a Washington State Driver's License.
• Must possess, or have the ability to possess within six months of hire date, first aid and CPR certifications.

• Coursework in writing, strategic communications, media relations and digital marketing are beneficial.

• Medical - choice of Premera Blue Cross or Kaiser Permanante.
• Employer pays 100% of employee's monthly premiums and 90% of dependent/qualified domestic partner's premiums.
• Vision
• Dental
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dual Insurance Incentive Program
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
• Sick Leave