Communications & Marketing Manager (4062) at Merced County Office of Education
About the Employer
The Merced County Office of Education assists Merced County’s 20 school districts through support and oversight of curriculum and instruction, alternative education, business services, early education, technology, migrant education, special education, and teacher credentialing. MCOE is led by the elected Merced County Superintendent of Schools and governed by the Merced County Board of Education. While serving as a focal point to facilitate local school/government/community partnerships, MCOE is responsible for the fiscal oversight of each school district in Merced County, hears appeals for student expulsion hearings and interdistrict transfers and operates Green Meadows Outdoor School.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Communications and Public Relations Officer, the Communications & Marketing Manager manages and coordinates the design and development of community engagement and media delivery programs, events, and publications on behalf of the county office and its member school districts. Develops TV-based media delivery plans and schedules that support public meetings, community and school events, and the county office role in advancing education and involvement.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please carefully review the attached job description for minimum requirements. Only candidates who meet minimum requirements and submit all required documentation will be considered for an interview. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing or a closely related field and three (3) years of professional experience in public relations, communications, marketing, advertising, or in printed or broadcast media. Previous experience working in the local media market is desirable. ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS: The following information must be received before the deadline date in order for your application to be considered for this position: 1) A completed Ed-Join on-line application 2) Brief resume 3) Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (SIGNED and DATED within the last 18 months) 4) Copy of transcripts or degree 5) Any related certifications LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES, REQUIRED UPON HIRE: Valid California driver’s license. Proof of liability insurance required by law. DMV Driver Record printout TB Clearance View attached job description for complete details. If unable to attach required documents with your application, you may contact EDJOIN HELP DESK at 1-888-900-8945, Monday-Friday from 8 AM - 5 PM
All applicants will be contacted via e-mail. If you are experiencing difficulty submitting your Ed-Join application or scanning and attaching documents, you may contact EDJOIN HELP DESK at 1-888-900-8945, Monday-Friday from 8 AM - 5 PM
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters of recommendation dated and signed within the last 18 months.)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Please carefully review the attached job description for minimum requirements. Only candidates who meet minimum requirements and submit all required documentation will be considered for an interview. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing or a closely related field and three (3) years of professional experience in public relations, communications, marketing, advertising, or in printed or broadcast media. Previous experience working in the local media market is desirable. ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS: The following information must be received before the deadline date in order for your application to be considered for this position: 1) A completed Ed-Join on-line application 2) Brief resume 3) Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (SIGNED and DATED within the last 18 months) 4) Copy of transcripts or degree 5) Any related certifications LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES, REQUIRED UPON HIRE: Valid California driver’s license. Proof of liability insurance required by law. DMV Driver Record printout TB Clearance View attached job description for complete details. If unable to attach required documents with your application, you may contact EDJOIN HELP DESK at 1-888-900-8945, Monday-Friday from 8 AM - 5 PM
All applicants will be contacted via e-mail. If you are experiencing difficulty submitting your Ed-Join application or scanning and attaching documents, you may contact EDJOIN HELP DESK at 1-888-900-8945, Monday-Friday from 8 AM - 5 PM
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters of recommendation dated and signed within the last 18 months.)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Application Deadline
3/9/2026 4:10 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/27/2026
Contact
Dorothy Dunbar
209-381-5154
209-381-5154
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
$39.58 to $45.42 per hour based on the 2025-2026 Classified Management, Supervisory, and Confidential Salary Schedule (CMSC)
Length of Work Year
223 days per year, 8 hours per day
Employment Type
Full Time
Location:
1715 Canal St., Merced, CA
Department/Program:
Superintendent's Office/Communications
Hours:
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
PC #:
4062