Communications Manager

Salary : $133,256.45 - $161,973.76 Annually
Location : Fairfield, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00059
Department: CITY MANAGER
Division: CM-City Manager's Office
Opening Date: 09/09/2026
Closing Date: 10/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: FGMA


Description
The City of Fairfield invites your interest for the position of Communications Manager! Are you an experienced, hands-on communications strategist who leads with humility, drive and a passion for public service? The City of Fairfield is seeking its next Communications Manager, a trustworthy and adaptable leader ready to lead the next evolution of the City's messaging, mentor a growing team and build meaningful trust with the community.
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To be considered for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io no later than Monday, October 5, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Candidates are encouraged to apply by this date for priority consideration. Candidates will be screened for qualifications as applications are reviewed. If you require additional information or have questions, please contact Alexis Gillam at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

ABOUT FAIRFIELD Fairfield, the heart of Solano County, is a diverse and growing community located halfway between San Francisco and Sacramento in the North Bay Area. With 24 parks, numerous bike trails and two championship golf courses, Fairfield is a great family community with just under 123,000 residents. It is a thriving business hub with notable international companies such as Jelly Belly, Clorox, Ball Metal, and Meyer Corporation. Fairfield offers a regional shopping center, a large auto mall, and is home to Travis Air Force Base, the County's largest employer. Bordered by farms and vineyards, the City's well-developed infrastructure and business-friendly attitude provide the foundation for strong growth and an enhanced quality of life.
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COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The position is represented by the Fairfield General Managers Association ("FGMA") and offers a robust benefits package featuring generous retirement contributions and leave accruals. Key benefits include:

• 401(a) Deferred Compensation: City contributes 10% of salary; employee contributes a minimum of 4%
• 457 Deferred Compensation: Optional employee-funded plan with pre-tax and/or Roth contribution options
• Personal Leave: 100 hours annually (accrues at 3.85 hours/pay period)
• Vacation: 10-20 days annually based on years of City service
• CalPERS pension eligibility
• City-paid life insurance and generous contributions to retirement health savings
• Generous contributions to Health, vision and dental plans
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,000 annually
• A 9/80 work schedule

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:
Education:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in marketing, public administration or closely related field is required. Possession of a master's degree is highly desirable.

Experience:

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public relations or communications is required.
• Government experience is preferred.

Licensing and Certification:

• Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license is required.
  • Possession of a valid equivalent is acceptable during the application process.

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The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.
The City of Fairfield offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes City contribution toward the Public Employees' Retirement System and deferred savings; medical, dental and vision; life insurance; paid holidays, vacation, personal leave and sick leave.
For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, please click on the following link *

*Benefits, terms and conditions of employment may be amended or modified through the collective bargaining process.