Communications & Marketing Manager

City of Oak Creek

Founded in 1955, Oak Creek, WI is located along the shore of Lake Michigan, south of the City of Milwaukee. Oak Creek has an enviable location in the Midwest – it’s part of the metro Milwaukee area, only 85 miles from the heart of Chicago. Many of our residents move to Oak Creek to take advantage of our unique suburban-rural atmosphere while, at the same time, enjoying the sports and culture provided by our urban neighbors. Oak Creek has been and continues to be one of the fastest growing cities in Milwaukee County. To support our continued growth, Oak Creek has outlined aggressive redevelopment plans to make space for high-end apartments, retail shops, restaurants, and manufacturing. 

The City of Oak Creek is dedicated to providing excellent services to our residents, visitors, and business community. Our Marketing and Public Relations team is looking for an enthusiastic, creative, and detail-oriented intern to join us in making an impact through exciting marketing and events.

https://www.oakcreekwi.gov/government/employment

Position Details

Communications & Marketing Manager
Job
Full-time
Office/WFH
100% remote
2/27/2025
Southeast Wisconsin
Oak Creek, WI

Are you a creative and strategic thinker with a passion for storytelling and community engagement? Do you have a knack for managing content across social media, digital platforms, and print materials? If so, we want YOU to join our team as the Marketing & Communications Manager for the City of Oak Creek!

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development of communication strategies for the City across multiple platforms.
  • Create and share compelling stories about our local departments, businesses, and events.
  • Manage media relations, press releases, and public outreach initiatives.
  • Oversee social media account strategy and website content, ensuring everything aligns with the City's goals.
  • Work closely with leadership to convey important messages to residents and stakeholders.
  • Guide our team in crafting consistent, on-brand communications.
  • Collaboratively handle crisis communications and ensure the City's message is clear and timely during sensitive moments.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field.
  • At least 7 years of experience in marketing communications or PR (bonus points if you have public sector experience!).
  • Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects at once.
  • A good eye for detail, especially when it comes to maintaining a consistent brand voice.
  • Possession of a valid Wisconsin motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
  • $80,000 - $90,000 Annually
  • Excellent benefits including working with a great new team doing fantastic work!

Learn more about benefits on the City's website and the job posting.


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