Communications Manager

About MCE

At MCE, we tackle the climate crisis with a shared commitment to innovation, community, and equity. Together, we foster an inclusive, collaborative, and flexible work environment where creativity thrives, work-life balance is prioritized, and every voice is valued.

MCE is a not-for-profit public agency that has set the standard for clean energy in our communities since 2010. We provide more renewable power at stable rates, and deliver cutting-edge energy programs to residents and businesses across four Bay Area counties: Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, and Solano. Our team, drawn from all walks of life, embodies a shared passion for environmental stewardship and community service. You’ll work alongside dedicated professionals innovating and collaborating to make our communities more energy-efficient, resilient, and sustainable.

We value a range of experience. Even if you feel that you do not meet all of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Application materials will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Under the supervision of the Senior Communications Manager, you will support communications and brand strategies to effectively tell MCE’s story in a way that is accessible to diverse audiences. You are responsible for meeting agency communication goals through public relations efforts, content development, and strong relationships with media outlets. You will manage MCE’s communications strategy, including media relations, blogs, social media, awards, and sponsorships.

You will work closely with MCE staff, marketing and communication consultants, community partners, and third-party program vendors to implement effective communication strategies to amplify the agency’s story. This role is deeply collaborative, working across the Public Affairs department and MCE to accomplish goals and objectives, making you an integral part of our team.

Qualifications Required Skills

Experience & Education

+ Certifications or licenses in mentioned fields are preferred.

Knowledge of

Ability to

Language And Reasoning Skills

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation package offered, based on candidate experience along with generous benefits and perks, including fully paid premiums for health insurance, parental leave, dependent care subsidies, student loan repayment, and employee wellness program.

$128,258-$167,804

As a part of the application process for Communications Manager all candidates must:

+ Blog post or a press release, and + A social media sample for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or LinkedIn

The above writing samples can be included with your cover letter as additional pages or included as links within your cover letter. Please reach out to Carol at cdorsett@mcecleanenergy.org

with any questions.

As we narrow our top pool of applicants, candidates moving through the recruitment process may participate in an initial call, face to face cross-team panel Interview, and face to face executive interview. Additional skills assessment may be requested.

MCE Culture

At MCE, we are committed to fostering a workplace rooted in equity, inclusion, and belonging. As part of this effort, we’ve included a few optional questions to help us better understand your background, experiences, and how we can create a respectful and inclusive candidate experience.

MCE is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

MCE Work Environment

MCE offices support an environment that is accessible to those with reduced mobility. We are happy to provide more details if asked.

MCE makes reasonable accommodations of any known physical or intellectual limitations for qualified applicants with disabilities, sincerely held religious beliefs, and other conditions protected by applicable law.

MCE strives to maintain a COVID-free workplace. To that end, being fully vaccinated is a condition of employment for all employees.