Communications Manager

The Village of McFarland has an immediate opening for the Communications Manager position within the Administration Department. The Communications Manager will be responsible for managing and implementing the communication needs of the Village including but not limited to: 

• Developing internal and external communication strategies; 
• Serving as the Village’s Public Information Officer (PIO);
• Creating content for all means of communication;
• Overseeing the Village’s social media presence;
• Managing the Village’s newsletters and website; and, 
• Assisting in the coordination and promotion of Village and community engagement events. 

This position also oversees the operations of McFarland’s local Public, Education, and Government (PEG) channel (WMCF), the provision of audio-visual and technical support to the village, and the recording of Village government and community meetings and events.

Minimum Requirements:

The qualified candidate will possess the following education and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years of professional experience in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, or closely related field.
• Any combination of education and experience which in the sole discretion of the Village would demonstrate the ability to meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities for the position may also be considered. 

Hours:

Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with the ability to attend meetings or events in the evening or on weekends when needed.

Salary:

This is an-exempt, salaried position with a starting annual pay range of $69,294 to $87,811 (depending on qualifications).

Benefits:

Excellent benefit package including 11 paid holidays, health insurance, participation in Wisconsin Retirement System, ample paid time off, life insurance, income continuation insurance, and much more. Please review our Benefit Overview for more information.

To Apply:

Please review the job description in the bulleted list below, then apply online by visiting the Village's online employment application webpage. Inclusion of a resume and cover letter is required.

For questions or to obtain a paper copy of the employment application, please email Andrea Anderson, HR Generalist, or call 608-838-3153.

Application must be received no later than 4 p.m. on February 26, 2026.

Related Documents:

• Communications Manager Job Description
• Communications Manager Posting Advertisement
• Online Employment Application
• Village Benefits Overview (Full-Time Employees)