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Summary
The City of SeaTac, Washington, seeks a skilled professional to serve as its next Communications Manager. The SeaTac Communications Division is centered within the City Manager’s Office. Positions reporting to the Communications Manager include a Digital Communications Strategist and a Community Outreach Strategist. The Communications Manager is responsible for providing management, leadership and direction to the Communications team members and overseeing contract engagements with third-party vendors, firms and professionals to ensure effectiveness and professional excellence in City communications.
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or closely related field; and 8 years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public/community relations, journalism, or a closely related field. Prior supervisory experience is desirable. Previous experience working in communications or community relations at a city, county, or other public employer is also desirable. An advanced degree is desirable.
The annual salary range for this position is $122,489 to $156,797 DOQE. Additionally, the City will offer an employment agreement that may include moving and relocation expenses. The City of SeaTac also provides an attractive comprehensive benefits package.
Candidates are encouraged to apply by Monday, November 17, 2025. To be considered, candidates must submit a comprehensive resume to apply@ralphandersen.com. Cover letters are also welcome. Confidential inquiries are encouraged and should be directed to Ms. Heather Renschler at (916) 630-4900.
Detailed brochure available at https://ralphandersen.com/jobs/communications-manager-seatac-wa/.
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Job Description
The City of SeaTac, Washington, seeks a skilled professional to serve as its next Communications Manager. The SeaTac Communications Division is centered within the City Manager’s Office. Positions reporting to the Communications Manager include a Digital Communications Strategist and a Community Outreach Strategist. The Communications Manager is responsible for providing management, leadership and direction to the Communications team members and overseeing contract engagements with third-party vendors, firms and professionals to ensure effectiveness and professional excellence in City communications.
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Job Requirements
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or closely related field; and 8 years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public/community relations, journalism, or a closely related field. Prior supervisory experience is desirable. Previous experience working in communications or community relations at a city, county, or other public employer is also desirable. An advanced degree is desirable.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of SeaTac
Show moreThe City of SeaTac is located in the Pacific Northwest, approximately midway between the cities of Seattle and Tacoma in the State of Washington. The City, incorporated in 1990, has a resident population of 32,000. SeaTac is a vibrant community, economically strong, environmentally sensitive, and people oriented. The City's 10 square miles surround the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which is owned and operated by the Port of Seattle.
If you are new to the City of SeaTac or are planning a move in the future, you may find the Guide to Services below to be a useful tool. It provides the phone numbers and websites of local agencies serving SeaTac, as well as a brief profile of the City and a directory of city departments.
SeaTac by the Numbers and SeaTac at a Glance can be found on our Economic Development Page. Click here. In January 2019, the City Manager prepared "A Look Back" to reflect on the last few years. Click here.
Visit our Demographics web page for more SeaTac data.
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