Marketing Manager page is loaded## Marketing Managerlocations :
High Point, NCtime type :
Full timeposted on :
Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id :
JR100056
- Compensation Range
- $81,952.00 - $111,229.04
- Please note : This job opening may close earlier than the stated date, due to high candidate volume. If interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
- Who We Are :
- At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries.
We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world!
Our Core Values :Integrity: Saying what we mean and consistently doing what we say with no desire other than the good of the citizens we serve. It means standing up for beliefs.Responsibility: A continual process that emphasizes a high level of personal accountability by each member of the organization.Partnership: Adding competitive value and quality to the services provided to our residents, businesses, and visitors through responsible fiscal stewardship, increased innovation, greater use of technology, and expanded civic, neighborhood and regional partnerships.What We Offer :The City of High Point offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefit package for full-time employees which include but are not limited to :
A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service401K and 457B Retirement PlansPTO earned within first year12 Paid Holidays per yearTuition Reimbursement PlanCompetitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective day oneWhat You'll Do :The Communications & Marketing Manager serves as one of the Division Managers in the City’s Communications & Public Engagement Department, leading a five-person team that delivers strategic communications and marketing across all City departments. This position balances hands-on work with strong supervisory leadership, ensuring the division supports the City Manager, City Council, and more than 1,500 employees across 23 departments, advances organizational leadership initiatives, and strengthens departmental marketing efforts.Essential Tasks & Responsibilities :Directly supervise division staff, including assigning work, coaching, mentoring, and conducting performance evaluations.Provide professional development and build a team culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.Develop and implement communication strategies that support the City’s goals, priorities, and brand.Oversee project intake, assignment, and progress tracking through department systems.Ensure deadlines are met for high-visibility projects, including media initiatives, campaigns, and Council support.Lead the planning and execution of citywide events, campaigns, and initiatives in partnership with other departments.Support City Council meetings, City Manager communications, and major citywide announcements.Provide hands-on assistance with writing, editing, media relations, and graphic design when needed.Serve as a key liaison with community partners, media outlets, and other stakeholders.Represent the City at events, media briefings, and public meetings.Manage division budget and resources effectively.Ensure adherence to City standards, AP Style, and branding guidelines.Foster a safe and inclusive work environment aligned with City values.Perform other duties as assigned in support of the CPE mission and goals.Qualifications :Required Qualifications :Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related fieldOccasional evening and weekend work is required5+ years of progressively responsible communications / marketing experience3+ years of supervisory / management experience, including staff supervision and performance evaluationDemonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects under tight deadlinesStrong writing, editing, and public speaking skillsProficiency in design and communication tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Microsoft 365, project tracking software)Preferred Qualifications :Experience in local government or public sector communicationsMaster’s degree in communications, Public Administration, or related fieldMedia spokesperson or on-camera experienceFamiliarity with City Council or public body supportProficiency in design and communication tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Microsoft 365, project tracking software)Physical RequirementsPrimarily office-based with some field work at community or City eventsRequires light physical activity such as lifting up to 20 poundsThe work location of this job will be 211 S Hamilton St High Point, North Carolina.Our CommitmentsThe City of High Point is dedicated to fostering a work environment that values individuals from all backgrounds and seeks to attract and retain the most qualified partners in service to the citizens of High Point. As an at-will employer, the City allows employees to terminate their employment, or be terminated at any time, with or without cause, as long as it is not prohibited by law.The City of High Point is committed to classifying and compensating its employees fairly for the work they do, weighing both the internal capabilities and the external market. While the job description is not intended to and does not create a contract of employment, we are excited to use this “living document” as a guide for managing performance and positions to ensure job descriptions are reflective of the current work required by the incumbent or expected by any candidate to whom an offer of employment is extended.The City of High Point is committed to providing a safe, comfortable working environment for all employees. To that end, we are proud to comply with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements, as well as make reasonable accommodations to candidates and employees as we are able in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Candidates selected for employment must undergo (a.) a drug screening, in accordance with the City’s drug and alcohol policy and (b.) a background screening to determine whether there is any current, pending, or previous charge, conviction or other infraction deemed incompatible with service in the capacity for which the candidate is being hired. In lieu of or in addition to background screening, candidates selected for employment in a position that requires working with children in any capacity must be fingerprinted and undergo a criminal history record check conducted by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. Certain positions are considered so critical to the health and safety of others that a candidate cannot be placed in any such position without passing a pre-placement physical exam. The City offers employment to successful candidates conditioned upon the City’s receipt of satisfactory results from all required screenings, checks, and exams, as applicable.### City of High Point - Benefits Overview StatementThe City of High Point offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.Access the following link to view City of High Point Benefits and links to Benefit#J-18808-Ljbffr