Communications Manager

Town of Riverdale Park; Riverdale Park (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer contribu

Life and disability insurance

Paid leave

Professional development and training

Hybrid work options

Workers’ compensation coverage

Job summary

The Town of Riverdale Park, Maryland is seeking a strategic, hands-on Communications Manager to lead the Town's community engagement and ensure residents, businesses, and stakeholders receive clear and timely information.

This leadership role requires strong writing, strategic thinking, and the ability to move from strategy to execution, including media relations, digital communications, and crisis communications. Hybrid work options and a comprehensive benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional communications, media relations, or public information experience.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Experience managing digital platforms, websites, and social media.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the Town’s communications and public engagement strategy
• Serve as the primary media contact and manage all public information requests, including MPIA
• Write, edit, and deliver high-quality content across all platforms—press releases, newsletters, website, and official communications
• Produce and oversee the Town Crier and digital communications (email, social media, website)
• Record and prepare official meeting minutes for Mayor & Council and Boards/Commissions
• Manage branding, messaging, and visual identity across all Town communications
• Coordinate marketing and outreach for Town programs, services, and initiatives
• Oversee multimedia production (video, photography, cable programming)
• Monitor engagement metrics and adjust strategies based on performance
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media, residents, businesses, and community stakeholders
• Support real-time communications during emergencies and critical incidents

Skills

Exceptional writing

Media relations

Public information

Digital platforms management

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field

Equivalent experience

Job description

Town of Riverdale Park, Maryland
Office of Administrative Services
Salary: $75,000 – $95,000 (DOQ)
Status: Full-Time, Exempt | Hybrid

Make the Message Matter. Shape the Story. Serve the Community.

The Town of Riverdale Park is seeking a strategic, hands-on Communications Manager to lead the Town's community engagement. This is more than a communications role—it’s a leadership position responsible for ensuring residents, businesses, and stakeholders receive clear, timely, and trusted information.

If you’re a strong writer, a sharp thinker, and someone who can move from strategy to execution without missing a beat, this role puts you at the center of it all.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and execute the Town’s communications and public engagement strategy
• Serve as the primary media contact and manage all public information requests, including MPIA
• Write, edit, and deliver high-quality content across all platforms—press releases, newsletters, website, and official communications
• Produce and oversee the Town Crier and digital communications (email, social media, website)
• Record and prepare official meeting minutes for Mayor & Council and Boards/Commissions
• Manage branding, messaging, and visual identity across all Town communications
• Coordinate marketing and outreach for Town programs, services, and initiatives
• Oversee multimedia production (video, photography, cable programming)
• Monitor engagement metrics and adjust strategies based on performance
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media, residents, businesses, and community stakeholders
• Support real-time communications during emergencies and critical incidents

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional communications, media relations, or public information experience
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• Experience managing digital platforms, websites, and social mediaAbility to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure
• Strong judgment, discretion, and attention to detail

What You Need to Know

• Valid driver’s license required
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required within 12 months
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and during emergencies as needed

Compensation & Benefits

The Town offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package valued at approximately $54,000 annually, including:

• Employer-supported health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution (defined benefit and/or defined contribution options)
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, and holidays)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Flexible/hybrid work options
• Comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers’ compensation

Work Environment

This role operates in both office and field settings and requires regular presence throughout the community to support media coverage, public engagement, and on-site communications. You will be visible, accessible, and engaged across Town operations.

Why Riverdale Park

Riverdale Park is a vibrant, growing community committed to transparency, innovation, and service. This is your opportunity to shape how a Town communicates, builds trust, and connects with the people it serves.

The Town of Riverdale Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.