Strategic Communications Manager for Unhoused Response (Limited Duration / Acting-in-Capacity)

If you are you looking to:

• Build community understanding on one of Eugene’s most important topics through strategic communications that inform, engage and result in productive dialogue
• Use your creativity and skills to tell the important stories of the work the City does to support unhoused community members as they move through the housing continuum - from living unsheltered to sheltered to finding permanent housing 
• Work collaboratively to coordinate communications across six City departments by working alongside thoughtful colleagues to deliver consistent, coordinated messaging on homelessness, livability and the City’s response to these critical topics
• Strengthen relationships with media, community leaders and state partners 
• Engage diverse audiences on this topic using multiple communication channels 

Then, we invite you to apply for this rewarding job opportunity. Our work environment is dynamic, fun, and flexible, and relies on strong ties and collaboration with other work groups, agencies, and community members.

The City of Eugene is seeking an experienced community and public relations professional to fill the role of the Strategic Communications Manager for Unhoused Response. This individual will lead City of Eugene communications efforts related to homelessness in collaboration with a team of talented professionals across the City organization including those on the Homeless Services, Public Space and Public Information Teams.

Minimum Qualifications
Experience:

Four and a half years of progressively responsible professional community relations or communications experience, preferably in the public sector, including at least one year of program management or supervisory experience.

Training/Education:  

Equivalent of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, planning, public policy management, community development, community organizing or related fields.

License or Certificate:

Possession of, or ability to obtain a permanent, valid Oregon license.

Background

Must pass a background check.

Salary:  $44.83 - $60.52 hourly / $93,246.40 - $125,881.60 annually

Application Deadline: Friday, February 27, 2026, at 5: 00 pm PT

Accepting Online Applications Only

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Salary/Compensation: $93,246 - $125,882 per year

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