City of Sanford - Communications Coordinator

Start Date: January 23, 2025 | End Date: February 27, 2025
County: York County
Job Type: Other

Are you a dynamic communicator with a passion for community engagement?  The City of Sanford is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Communications Coordinator to lead external and internal communications, enhance our public image, and connect with our vibrant community.  This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact and be the voice of our city!

The Communications Coordinator has diverse challenges from crafting public information campaigns to managing social media.  Every day brings new and exciting opportunities to showcase your creativity and strategic thinking.  Your work will directly influence how residents, businesses, and visitors view and interact with our city.  Take charge of communications and marketing strategies, ensuring the city’s message is clear, consistent, and impactful.  You will work with city leaders, departments, and the public to strengthen connections and foster trust. 

The ideal candidate will manage communications, oversee marketing, prepare public information messaging, build community relations, media relations, handle social media management, website oversight and respond promptly and effectively to emerging issues. 

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in social media management and digital marketing strategies.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to think strategically and handle high-pressure situations with professionalism.
• Familiarity with website management and content creation tools
• A team player with a commitment to building trust and engagement within the community. 

Applicant must have a Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations or related field.  At least two years of Public Relations/Communications/Marketing experience preferred or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Related municipal or public/government service knowledge is preferred. Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. 

Please refer to the job description for a complete list of the essential duties, responsibilities, additional required knowledge, special requirements, skills, and abilities for the position.

The City of Sanford offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and an environment conducive to personal growth.

This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact by shaping how our community connects and thrives.   If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that highlights the best of what our city has to offer, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and help us build a brighter, more connected future for our city!

Application packets are available on the City of Sanford website: www.sanfordmaine.org under Employment Opportunities.

All Applicants MUST submit a City of Sanford Employment Application.   Applications must be submitted in person or mailed.

Applications and Resumes may be reviewed as received and may be sent to:

Human Resources Department

City of Sanford, Maine

919 Main Street

Sanford, Maine 04073

Posting Date:                        Thursday, January 23rd, 2025

Posting Deadline:                Thursday, February 27th, 2025 at 5:30 PM