Communications Manager

Job Description

This position works under the strategic direction of the Director of Communications and Community Engagement to support all City communication internal and external strategies.

• Write, edit, and disseminate media and community information across multiple platforms.
• Assist in planning, developing, and implementing a wide range of public relations and marketing communications initiatives, including City newsletters, listserv messages, e‑newsletters, speeches, proclamations, presentations, advertising, and electronic signage.
• Manage media relations, including drafting press releases and media alerts, pitching stories, supporting press conferences, and assisting with crisis and issues communication.
• Serve as primary liaison to City’s PR agency, ensuring alignment messaging and media strategies.
• Oversee news and content updates for the City website, social media channels, and the employee intranet.
• Supervise and direct one part‑time internal communications staff member.
• Provide communication support to City departments, including assistance with special events, speechwriting, and run‑of‑show development.
• Attend Council Meetings as needed for high‑profile matters to coordinate and manage interview requests from members of the press.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

How To Apply

All candidates must complete an online application through the Government Jobs website in order to be considered for a position.

Paper applications will not be accepted. If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a username and password.

After your account has been established, you can then submit an application. This application can be saved and used to apply for more than one job opening.

If you have any questions or concerns while applying, please contact the HR Department by e-mail at jobs@fhgov.com.