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Communications Manager
The City of Laguna Beach is seeking an experienced and dynamic Communications Manager to lead the City's comprehensive communications and community engagement strategy. This key leadership role is responsible for developing and delivering clear, consistent, and creative messaging across digital, print, and in-person platforms. The Communications Manager will oversee media relations, community outreach, and digital content, while also ensuring the City is prepared for and responsive in times of emergency. Serving as a trusted advisor to the City Manager, City Council, and department leaders, the Communications Manager will guide strategic initiatives that promote transparency, strengthen public trust, and elevate the City's brand. The ideal candidate is a versatile communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, public sector environment, is adept at both proactive storytelling and crisis communication, and is comfortable serving as the City's spokesperson. This position may or may not have additional staff resources assigned to support it. Therefore, the best candidates will be those who can be both strategic in their thinking and "boots on the ground" in implementation. If you are a forward-thinking communicator with strong leadership skills and a passion for building meaningful community connections, we invite you to apply. What You'll Be Great At: Strategic & Integrated Communication Community Engagement & Public Outreach Crisis & Emergency Response Digital Media, Branding & Creative Content Leadership & Collaboration Public Speaking & Clear Writing Political Acumen & Sound Judgment Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on October 1, 2025.
The City of Laguna Beach is seeking an experienced and dynamic Communications Manager to lead the City's comprehensive communications and community engagement strategy. This key leadership role is responsible for developing and delivering clear, consistent, and creative messaging across digital, print, and in-person platforms. The Communications Manager will oversee media relations, community outreach, and digital content, while also ensuring the City is prepared for and responsive in times of emergency. Serving as a trusted advisor to the City Manager, City Council, and department leaders, the Communications Manager will guide strategic initiatives that promote transparency, strengthen public trust, and elevate the City's brand. The ideal candidate is a versatile communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, public sector environment, is adept at both proactive storytelling and crisis communication, and is comfortable serving as the City's spokesperson. This position may or may not have additional staff resources assigned to support it. Therefore, the best candidates will be those who can be both strategic in their thinking and "boots on the ground" in implementation. If you are a forward-thinking communicator with strong leadership skills and a passion for building meaningful community connections, we invite you to apply. What You'll Be Great At: Strategic & Integrated Communication Community Engagement & Public Outreach Crisis & Emergency Response Digital Media, Branding & Creative Content Leadership & Collaboration Public Speaking & Clear Writing Political Acumen & Sound Judgment Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on October 1, 2025.