City of Manassas
Public Affairs Manager
City of Manassas, Manassas, Virginia, United States, 22110
Salary:
$100,942.40 - $138,798.40 Annually
Location :
Manassas City Hall, VA
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
12-01020
Department:
City Manager
Opening Date:
08/29/2024
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Grade:
B23
Position Summary
Join Our Team as a Public Affairs Manager: Champion Bilingual Communications for Our Vibrant City!
Are you a dynamic communicator with a passion for public service? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where every day brings new challenges? The City of Manassas is looking for a Public Affairs Manager who will lead our efforts to connect with our diverse community through clear, impactful, and bilingual (English and Spanish) messaging.
In this role, you'll be at the forefront of shaping the City's image, managing media relations, and crafting innovative strategies that highlight our strengths and opportunities. You'll oversee a talented digital team, coordinate emergency and external communications, and ensure our residents are informed, engaged, and connected.
The hiring range for this position is: $100,942.40 - $138,798.40, DOQ.
Essential Job Functions
What You'll Do:Lead citywide communication strategies that reach and engage all residents.Build strong relationships with the media, ensuring accurate and timely information is shared in both English and Spanish.Innovate our digital presence, ensuring our website and social media platforms are accessible to all.Oversee the creation of press releases, marketing materials, and public information campaigns, ensuring bilingual content at every step.Why This Role?This is your chance to make a real impact-promoting transparency, inclusivity, and community engagement through effective communication. If you're ready to lead with creativity, strategy, and a commitment to bilingual outreach, apply now and help us tell our City's story!
Apply today to be a key player in shaping the future of our City's communications!
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.5+ years of progressively responsible experience in media relations or public communication.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position may be considered.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is a plus!
Special Requirements
Must have valid Virginia Driver's license.
This position is open until filled with priority to applications received by September 20, 2024 .
The City of Manassas offers a variety of comprehensive benefits packages, participation in the Virginia State Retirement program, generous annual and sick leave and 13 paid holidays for full-time employees! For a full review of the City's benefits plans, please visit our Human Resources website at:
$100,942.40 - $138,798.40 Annually
Location :
Manassas City Hall, VA
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
12-01020
Department:
City Manager
Opening Date:
08/29/2024
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Grade:
B23
Position Summary
Join Our Team as a Public Affairs Manager: Champion Bilingual Communications for Our Vibrant City!
Are you a dynamic communicator with a passion for public service? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where every day brings new challenges? The City of Manassas is looking for a Public Affairs Manager who will lead our efforts to connect with our diverse community through clear, impactful, and bilingual (English and Spanish) messaging.
In this role, you'll be at the forefront of shaping the City's image, managing media relations, and crafting innovative strategies that highlight our strengths and opportunities. You'll oversee a talented digital team, coordinate emergency and external communications, and ensure our residents are informed, engaged, and connected.
The hiring range for this position is: $100,942.40 - $138,798.40, DOQ.
Essential Job Functions
What You'll Do:Lead citywide communication strategies that reach and engage all residents.Build strong relationships with the media, ensuring accurate and timely information is shared in both English and Spanish.Innovate our digital presence, ensuring our website and social media platforms are accessible to all.Oversee the creation of press releases, marketing materials, and public information campaigns, ensuring bilingual content at every step.Why This Role?This is your chance to make a real impact-promoting transparency, inclusivity, and community engagement through effective communication. If you're ready to lead with creativity, strategy, and a commitment to bilingual outreach, apply now and help us tell our City's story!
Apply today to be a key player in shaping the future of our City's communications!
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.5+ years of progressively responsible experience in media relations or public communication.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position may be considered.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is a plus!
Special Requirements
Must have valid Virginia Driver's license.
This position is open until filled with priority to applications received by September 20, 2024 .
The City of Manassas offers a variety of comprehensive benefits packages, participation in the Virginia State Retirement program, generous annual and sick leave and 13 paid holidays for full-time employees! For a full review of the City's benefits plans, please visit our Human Resources website at: