Communications Manager

The City of Fairfield invites your interest for the position of Communications Manager!
Are you an experienced, hands-on communications strategist who leads with humility, drive and a passion for public service? The City of Fairfield is seeking its next Communications Manager, a trustworthy and adaptable leader ready to lead the next evolution of the City’s messaging, mentor a growing team and build meaningful trust with the community.

ABOUT FAIRFIELD
Fairfield, the heart of Solano County, is a diverse and growing community located halfway between San Francisco and Sacramento in the North Bay Area. With 24 parks, numerous bike trails and two championship golf courses, Fairfield is a great family community with just under 123,000 residents. It is a thriving business hub with notable international companies such as Jelly Belly, Clorox, Ball Metal, and Meyer Corporation. Fairfield offers a regional shopping center, a large auto mall, and is home to Travis Air Force Base, the County’s largest employer. Bordered by farms and vineyards, the City’s well-developed infrastructure and business-friendly attitude provide the foundation for strong growth and an enhanced quality of life.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The position is represented by the Fairfield General Managers Association ("FGMA") and offers a robust benefits package featuring generous retirement contributions and leave accruals. Key benefits include:

401(a) Deferred Compensation: City contributes 10% of salary; employee contributes a minimum of 4%

457 Deferred Compensation: Optional employee-funded plan with pre-tax and/or Roth contribution options

Personal Leave: 100 hours annually (accrues at 3.85 hours/pay period)

Vacation: 10-20 days annually based on years of City service

CalPERS pension eligibility

City-paid life insurance and generous contributions to retirement health savings

Generous contributions to Health, vision and dental plans

Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,000 annually

A 9/80 work schedule

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
Education
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in marketing, public administration or closely related field is required. Possession of a master's degree is highly desirable.

Experience

Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public relations or communications is required.

Government experience is preferred.

Licensing and Certification

Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license is required.

Possession of a valid equivalent is acceptable during the application process.

The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.

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