Communications Manager
The Town of Marathon is nestled on the stunning north shore of Lake Superior at the eastern edge of the District of Thunder Bay. Home to a close-knit community of approximately 3,500 residents, Marathon serves as a reginal hub offering full-service amenities in a welcoming, safe and vibrant small town atmosphere. Experience the charm, comfort and affordability of life in our spirited community, where natural beauty meets genuine hospitality.
Key Benefits of Working at the Town of Marathon
Our organization offers a highly attractive total compensation package, including competitive salary, excellent benefits, learning & development opportunities as well as a great work environment. In addition, we have a reasonable cost of housing, access to healthcare and a hospital in our community, education, recreation, and cultural activities in a vibrant setting right on beautiful Lake Superior.
Position Description
Will develop, assess, and oversee multiple communication channels and media strategies to assist the Town in building positive relations with the public as well as to address communication matters arising from initiatives, programs, and Council decisions. Will provide a primary point of contact for media, manage protocol for communication channels, manage media buying/advertising purchases, build media relationships, protect the corporate brand, and provide ongoing communications strategies to meet department and citizen needs. The role involves working closely with members of the Senior Leadership Team, and elected officials on matters of communications, public affairs, and media relations from a strategic point of view and on matters of high public.
Required Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in social sciences, marketing/communications and/or business administration.
- Minimum five (5 years) experience in a municipal/business administrative work setting.
- Candidates with equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- An understanding of municipal government.
- Extensive knowledge of good communication principles and practices, particularly as they relate to strategic corporate communications, digital channels and service experience, issues management and media relations.
- Advanced written, oral and communication skills.
- Excellent leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- Valid Class “G” driver’s licence and access to reliable transportation.
- Valid first aid certificate.
- Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
- Willing and available to work weekends or evenings on occasion as required.
- Provide Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the employer.
Hours of work: 36.25 hours per week with potential flexibility for a hybrid work schedule
Salary Range: $85,000-$105,000 based on experience along with a competitive benefit package and enrolment in OMERS pension plan
Applications indicating “Communications Manager” as the position being sought must be submitted by Friday, January3rd, 2025 at 4:00 pm to:
Please submit applications to:
Andrea Gauthier, Corporate Services Manager
Town of Marathon
4 Hemlo Drive, P.O. Bag “TM”
Marathon, Ontario P0T 2E0
Phone: (807)229-1340 x 2234 Fax: (807)229-1999 E-mail: or@marathon.ca
The Town of Marathon is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. Upon request, the Town will accommodate the accessibility needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment, selection, and interview process. Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act and will only be used to determine suitability for this position. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those advancing through the selection process will be contacted.
