COMMUNICATION MANAGER presso City of San Marcos, CA
City of San Marcos, CA · San Marcos, Stati Uniti d'America · Onsite
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About the Department
Be part of something new
The City of San Marcos is on the move — growing, innovating and reimagining how local government connects with the people it serves. This is not a typical PIO role. We’re looking for a Communication Manager who will help us define a new model for government communicators, one that goes beyond storytelling to bring a public lens to everything the city does, enhancing accountability and building community trust.
Why this role matters
As a Communication Manager, you will lead day to day communication for the city — helping residents access city services, celebrating successes and ensuring transparency every step of the way. But more than that, you’ll be part of our LEAN Government model (Leading Efficiency, Accountability, and eNgagement) — making sure communication is not just about what we say, but how we listen, measure impact and continuously improve.
This is your chance to:
- Tell the story of a city that is building for the future.
- Strengthen trust by creating clear, accessible and resident-focused messages.
- Use data and creativity to show how government delivers results.
- Help leaders and staff communicate with confidence and authenticity.
- Foster new ways for residents to be heard and engaged.
What we’re looking for
- A hands-on communication generalist and strategic thinker.
- A collaborator who enjoys building relationships across teams and with the community.
- A creative mind who can bring fresh ideas to traditional government communication.
- Spanish/English bilingual skills are a big plus, as is previous public sector experience.
Why you’ll love it here
At San Marcos, we live our values: teamwork, professionalism, fiscal responsibility and customer service. We believe in operating like an efficient business while never losing sight of people — the residents we serve and the employees who make it possible. This is a place where your ideas will be heard, your creativity will be valued, and your work will make a visible difference in the community.
San Marcos is …
- One of the top 25 places to raise a family (Fortune Magazine)
- The health care hub of North County (Kaiser’s hospital opened last year and Scripps just announced its next hospital will be in San Marcos)
- An education leader, home to Cal State San Marcos and Palomar Community College
- Top 10 safest city in California
RECRUITMENT TIMELINE
This job will remain open until filled
First review of applications: October 3, 2025
First Panel interview: Thursday, October 9, 2025 Candidarsi ora
