Director of Marketing and Communications
- $88,623 to $93,836 Yearly
- Full-Time
JOB TITLE: Director of Marking & Communication
DEPARTMENT / CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time / Salaried / Non-Union
REPORTS TO: Chief Philanthropy Officer
SUPERVISES: Marketing Coordinator & Digital Marketing Manager
SALARY: $88,623 - $93,836
JOB SUMMARY: The Director of Marketing and Communications shapes the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County's (HSTPC) public image and drives its strategic messaging. This leadership role oversees content creation, media relations, crisis communications, and partnership development to elevate the organization's mission
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & FUNCTIONS:
- Develops, implements, and evaluates the communications plan and programs across the organization's internal and external audiences in cooperation with the organization's goals and objectives.
- Directs the development of a comprehensive communication vision for the organization through consultation with internal and external stakeholders that improves communication and engagement with organization and customers.
- Discerns communication opportunities in order to design and execute appropriate strategies to address them.
- Develop and execute comprehensive marketing and communications strategies to increase awareness, engagement, and support for HSTPC.
- Lead and mentor a content team, ensuring the timely production of high-quality materials across print, web, social media, and internal channels.
- Build and maintain strong media relationships, proactively seeking positive coverage and skillfully managing crisis communications.
- Collaborate with leadership and across departments to craft compelling messaging, handle media inquiries, provide executive communications support, and align marketing efforts with organizational goals.
- Identify, cultivate, and manage corporate and media partnerships that enhance visibility, fundraising, and community impact.
- Oversee the production of key communications materials, including the monthly e-newsletter, website content, adoption stories, and the Annual Report.
- Provides administrative support for developing, tracking, and revising department budgets.
- Assist with fundraising projects and special events as needed.
- Expertise in crafting persuasive written materials, presentations, and social media content.
- Proven ability to manage a content team and workflow, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
- Strong media relations acumen, with the ability to build relationships and generate positive coverage.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Extensive experience in public relations and strategic communication, with a demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective PR strategies.
- Experience leading marketing campaigns, coordinating with multiple vendors, and managing a wide range of promotional materials.
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects effectively, with a focus on organizational skills, timely completion, and cross-departmental collaboration.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite to produce visually engaging content.
- Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty well. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in communications, marketing, or a related field, demonstrating increasing responsibility.
- Previous people management experience preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field preferred.
- Experience in a non-profit or animal welfare setting is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in WordPress, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office, Constant Contact, Hootsuite, and other standard marketing tools.
- Finalist applicants must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.
Address
THE HUMANE SOCIETY FOR TACOMA AND PIERCE COUNTY
Tacoma, WAIndustry
Business
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