General Manager, Stockton/San Joaquin County

Community

As the primary liaison between Stocktonia and the communities it serves, you will ensure transparency, responsiveness and trust. Represent Stocktonia at community meetings, events and in local media to elevate its mission and build strong relationships throughout San Joaquin County. Lead community listening efforts and translate audience insights into sustainable business strategies and engagement initiatives.

Business Leadership

Oversee local business operations, audience growth, membership, revenue generation and community engagement while partnering closely with editorial leadership and NEWSWELL leadership to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Identify and evaluate opportunities for strategic partnerships, collaborations and growth that expand the reach and impact of Stocktonia. Establish organizational goals, set performance standards and drive continuous improvement across teams and workflows. Recruit, motivate, develop and retain a high-performing, collaborative staff. Work with membership, fundraising, advertising and sponsorship teams to diversify revenue and achieve organizational sustainability goals. Manage relationships with digital advertising agencies, technology vendors and other external partners. Develop and manage outreach strategies for local, regional and national supporters, donors and foundations to communicate Stocktonia’s mission, impact and future vision.

Innovation

Partner with NEWSWELL, the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, the Center for the Future of Local News and regional colleges and universities to develop and test innovative journalism products and community engagement models. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to launch and refine digital products, audience tools and features that expand reach, particularly among underserved communities.

Growth and Trust

Partner with editorial leadership to develop and execute audience-centered content, engagement and growth strategies. Plan and lead outreach efforts, public events and community campaigns that build awareness, trust and long-term support. Cultivate partnerships with local media organizations, nonprofits, businesses, philanthropic organizations and educational institutions to strengthen San Joaquin County’s local news ecosystem.

Editorial

Oversee print, newsletters, social media channels, website operations and future audience engagement initiatives. Collaborate on special projects that encourage civic dialogue while creating opportunities for sponsorship, underwriting and philanthropy. Uphold the highest standards of journalistic integrity and champion First Amendment principles.

Qualifications

• Ability to set a compelling direction for a strengthened newsroom
• Proven experience in recruiting, motivating and retaining high-performance teams
• Strong capability to formulate and execute sustainable business plans
• Proficiency to establish clear objectives and drive continuous improvement
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to represent the newsroom and engage with diverse stakeholders
• Comfortable writing articles, speaking at events or appearing in the media to advocate for local journalism
• Proficient in creating outreach plans to local, state and national supporters and funders
• Ability to organize events, campaigns and initiatives that connect with the public
• Excellent skills in building and nurturing relationships with media, nonprofits, schools and community organizations
• Experience in launching and improving media products for underserved audiences
• Willingness to test and iterate on new ideas, projects and storytelling formats
• Strong ability to work with editorial leaders to align content with community needs

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with matching employer contribution
• 22 days of vacation time
• 11 holidays, including your birthday
• Parental leave
• Significant tuition reductions
• Professional development is highly valued at ASU
• Enterprise Partners, where employees are encouraged to look across the organization and nurture new areas of interest
• $30 bi-weekly cell phone reimbursement

Pay

The salary range for this role is $110,000- $120,000 annually, plus potential performance bonus.

Schedule

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