Communications Manager

Town of Mead • Mead, CO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Communications Manager develops, manages, and executes internal and external communication strategies that promote transparency, engagement, and a positive public image of the Town of Mead and the Mead Police Department. The role supports the Board of Trustees and Town departments, including Police, Public Works, Community Development, Administration, and Recreation. It administers Town and police information and messaging across platforms, ensuring consistency, clarity, and alignment with Town values and goals.

This is a mid-level role that performs a full range of duties independently, typically with minimal supervision. The Communications Manager leads specific communication projects or initiatives and may supervise employees. In the absence of the Communications & Community Engagement Director, the Manager serves as Deputy to the Community Engagement Department and as a liaison to Recreation, Events, Economic Development, and Communications.

The position requires on-site presence and is not remote. Flexibility is required for evening, weekend, and other non-standard hours, including Board of Trustees meetings, work sessions, retreats, special events, and other organizational functions. The role also supports emergency response and may require work outside normal business hours during emergencies or other critical operational needs. The Communications Manager works with minimal supervision from the Communications & Community Engagement Director.

The Town encourages applicants to submit samples of prior communications work. A combination of education and experience may be considered. Candidates must hold a valid Colorado Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record and successfully complete a drug screen and background check.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Recreation Management, or a related field; a combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Four years of progressively responsible experience in communications.
• Two years of experience in municipal government or public sector communications.
• Proven ability to lead cross-departmental projects and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of community engagement strategies, communication plans, and public outreach practices.
• Experience with emergency communications, media relations, and public information dissemination.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record.
• Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.
• Proficiency with digital tools, including social media platforms, websites, and graphic design software.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, contact management, Adobe publishing/design, and other communications-related software.
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritize high-volume workloads and changing priorities under tight deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in internal and external situations.
• Willingness to work weekends and evenings for meetings, emergencies, and special events.
• Ability to engage in positive dialogue with the Board, Mayor, Town Manager, public, and senior management about communication strategies, including sensitive or controversial political issues.
• Ability to take ownership of key communication topics and problem-solve as needed.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment and react resourcefully under varying conditions, including local emergencies.
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from media, managers, Town employees, community members, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain an up-to-date understanding of new media, public expectations of government, website management, social media, communications tools, emergency operations planning, and evolving government functions.
• Ability to serve as Deputy to the Community Engagement Director and act as a liaison to Recreation, Events, Economic Development, and Communications when required.
• Experience or strong familiarity with recreation and event operations, facility operations, and business engagement activities.
• Ability to make independent decisions and provide leadership support in the absence of the Communications & Community Engagement Director.

Nice To Haves

• Experience planning, coordinating, or managing recreation programs, events, or facility operations.
• Experience or strong familiarity with recreation and event operations, facility operations, and business engagement activities.
• Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit samples of communications work they have done in the past.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive communications for internal and external audiences, ensuring digital content adheres to the Town’s ICT Plan and ADA accessibility standards.
• Lead and manage cross-departmental projects, coordinating resources, timelines, and personnel.
• Serve as a contact for media inquiries and public information requests.
• Draft, edit, and distribute press releases, newsletters, reports, blog posts, and official statements.
• Manage Town websites and social media channels, create engaging content, and monitor analytics to improve outreach.
• Coordinate public outreach campaigns, Town events, and community engagement efforts.
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, community organizations, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure timely and accurate dissemination of information.
• Support internal communications and employee engagement initiatives.
• Assist in developing and executing emergency communication protocols and provide timely updates during critical incidents.
• Support Board of Trustees communications, presentations, and public-facing materials.
• Support Mead Police Department communications, presentations, and public-facing materials.
• Assist with marketing, branding, signage, and multimedia content creation.
• Review and edit materials produced by staff for clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
• Serve as Deputy to the Community Engagement Department and liaison to Recreation, Events, Economic Development, and Communications when required.
• Attend evening meetings, special events, Board and Commission meetings, and other organizational functions as required.
• Perform additional duties as required by the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level