Marketing Communications Manager

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Job Description

MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER The SANDAG Communications Department is taking advantage of unprecedented times as new service programs are being launched, transportation projects are being completed, and sophisticated marketing efforts are underway. With public outreach and education as the foundation of their work, the team is focused on developing and implementing strategic communication and marketing plans to support a variety of projects while meeting state and federal requirements. Examples of current major agency projects include the 11 mile extension of the San Diego Trolley from Old Town to UCSD, Bus Rapid Transit service in the I-15 and I-805 corridors, infrastructure for extended FasTrak service throughout the region, the Compass Card program, regional traveler information services through iCommute and 511, and the Regional Comprehensive Plan update. Through close collaboration and coordination with internal project teams, outside stakeholders, member agencies, and vendors, the team develops communication plans, Web pages, logos, advertising campaigns, brochures, and collateral materials such as video production and other promotional pieces. The implementation of these unique products and services requires superior marketing knowledge, aggressive fortitude, and grit. The Marketing Communications Manager will coordinate communication and marketing strategies that promote SANDAG projects and programs and ensure a strong, positive identity among all audiences. This work includes managing multiple concurrent projects, developing and implementing outreach and communication plans, leading marketing efforts, responding to requests for information, developing news stories for mass media, and contributing to a variety of internal and external publications. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree with major coursework in journalism, communications, marketing, planning, or a related field and at least five years of progressive career development in a communications/public information environment. An advanced degree is desirable. SANDAG rewards the efforts of its employees with a comprehensive compensation package. Competitive salaries are supplemented with a flexible and generous offering of health, financial security, and time-off benefits to meet the work and life needs of employees and their families.

Job Requirements

A complete job announcement can be seen under the Job Openings tab on the SANDAG Web site at www.sandag.org/jobs. We encourage all interested candidates to apply for this position by completing a SANDAG employment application form and submitting a response to the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and work samples may be submitted in addition to the employment application but are not a substitute for this document.

The employment application can be downloaded in PDF format from the SANDAG Web site at www.sandag.org/jobs. Alternatively, a copy can be requested by calling (619) 699-1900 or e-mailing hr@sandag.org. Completed applications and related materials can be submitted via e-mail, fax, regular mail, courier, or delivered by hand. See the How to Apply page on our careers Web site for additional information. SANDAG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers competitive salaries and benefits. Applications for the Marketing Communications Manager position will be accepted until 5 p.m. Friday,February 24, 2012.