Director of Strategic Communications and Community Partnerships
- Salary: $188,198.40 - $235,268.80 Annually USD Annually
- Salary Top:235268
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Community Relations or PR and Marketing
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Job Description
Description
The County Executive Office is seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of
Director of Strategic Communications and Community Partnerships.
Please view our Online Brochure for detailed information about the position and instructions on how to apply.
Application/Examination
How to Apply
To apply for this exciting career opportunity, the following materials must be submitted online at https://jobs.smcgov.org or by clicking the "Apply" button above:- Resume; and
- A cover letter that provides (in this order):
- A summary of your relevant qualifications;
- An example of a sensitive issue you presented to the media that demonstrates how you managed messaging and clearly communicated your organization's position on the issue; and
- A summary of your staff management experience.
Applicants failing to provide a complete cover letter addressing all the bulleted points noted above will not be moved forward in the process.
Examination Process
This is a classified position and therefore subject to Civil Service-compliant examination process. The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) and an interview which may include a pre-interview exercise. Applicants must successfully pass the application screening to move forward to the interview process. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.
Recruitment Timeline
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the following timelines are confirmed.
Final Filing Date: Monday , January 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PST
Application Screening: January 28, 2026
Interview Invite Notices: February 3, 2026
Combined Civil Service and Hiring Interview: February 9, 2026
Finalist Interviews: February 16 and 23, 2026
About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.
The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of San Mateo Human Resources Department
Show moreSan Mateo County government protects and enhances the health, safety, welfare, and natural resources of the community, and provides quality services that benefit and enrich the lives of the people of this community.
We are committed to:- The highest standards of public service
- A common vision of responsiveness
- The highest standards of ethical conduct
- Treating people with respect and dignity
San Mateo County is located in the scenic San Francisco Bay Area. The County’s diverse population has approximately 750,000 residents, growing to over one million in daytime population. San Mateo County provides the benefits of a temperate climate and clean air, with abundant ocean sports and recreational activities. Rural open space areas, as well as metropolitan San Francisco, are within easy reach. San Mateo County government has a budget of $2.4 billion, with a workforce of over 5,400 employees in 22 departments and agencies.
San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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