Job Summary
JOB REQUIREMENTS: The City of La Crosse is seeking to hire a full‑time Communications Coordinator in the Mayor's office. Reporting to the Mayor, this professional position is responsible for managing strategic internal and external communications, supporting mayoral and City of La Crosse initiatives, and stewarding community partnerships.
The incumbent is expected to coordinate communication efforts across the organization with the goal of creating and promoting greater transparency for residents and elected officials. This role maintains positive relationships between the City and the public while providing responsive, accurate, and timely information relating to public interest.
Annual wage for this exempt position ranges between $73,028.80 and $83,657.60 depending on qualifications (80 hours bi‑weekly), with potential to earn up to $95,825.60.
Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field with three to five years of communications, public relations, or community relations experience; or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Effective public relations and communication skills. Effective strategic visioning skills. Must demonstrate proficient computer skills including analytical comprehension. Valid driver's license required.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical benefit plans, including traditional or high deductible with HSA options
Wisconsin Retirement Plan with 7.20% employer contribution
Deferred compensation and Roth IRA options
Life insurance, accident insurance, and income continuation insurance
Voluntary dental and vision plans
Paid holidays (10) and paid vacation days (available as of date of hire)
Up to 12 sick days per year
Eligibility for background check and pre‑employment drug screen
Application Applications accepted until February 17, 2026. To be considered, submit an employment application by visiting the City of La Crosse website and clicking on City Services, then clicking Career Opportunities, or by visiting
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacrossewi .
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The incumbent is expected to coordinate communication efforts across the organization with the goal of creating and promoting greater transparency for residents and elected officials. This role maintains positive relationships between the City and the public while providing responsive, accurate, and timely information relating to public interest.
Annual wage for this exempt position ranges between $73,028.80 and $83,657.60 depending on qualifications (80 hours bi‑weekly), with potential to earn up to $95,825.60.
Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field with three to five years of communications, public relations, or community relations experience; or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Effective public relations and communication skills. Effective strategic visioning skills. Must demonstrate proficient computer skills including analytical comprehension. Valid driver's license required.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical benefit plans, including traditional or high deductible with HSA options
Wisconsin Retirement Plan with 7.20% employer contribution
Deferred compensation and Roth IRA options
Life insurance, accident insurance, and income continuation insurance
Voluntary dental and vision plans
Paid holidays (10) and paid vacation days (available as of date of hire)
Up to 12 sick days per year
Eligibility for background check and pre‑employment drug screen
Application Applications accepted until February 17, 2026. To be considered, submit an employment application by visiting the City of La Crosse website and clicking on City Services, then clicking Career Opportunities, or by visiting
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacrossewi .
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