Director of Marketing and Communications

Salvation Army USA•Seattle, WA

59d•$120,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Marketing and Communications Director is responsible for all external and internal communications for The Salvation Army Northwest Division and its Corps/Service Units. All efforts are geared toward fundraising and increased awareness of the organization. The position develops marketing and communication fundraising strategies and manages marketing and communications campaigns for direct and in-direct fundraising efforts. This includes but is not limited to, direct marketing, advertising, public relations, and media relations. This position must collaborate with colleagues, agencies, digital assets, and media partners to achieve its goals. This position organizes marketing and communications efforts through, but not limited to, direct marketing, advertising, public relations, collaborations with colleagues and agencies, and media partners. A successful Marketing and Communications Director will develop a robust knowledge and understanding of the organization's history and its mission to help further its presence in the community. Furthermore, the ideal candidate is creative, personable, and enthusiastic for non-profit work. The Marketing and Communications Director reports to the Director of Development. The Salvation Army is an inspiring place to work. With offices in every major US city and over 120 countries around the globe, it's a place where people can invest in people on every level. In the Northwest region of the US, we serve people with food, shelter opportunities, and almost everything in between. We are committed to being an efficient and effective network of local offices that make up a huge Western region team. In other words, we're committed to being big and small at the same time. That makes us a seriously great place to work. As one of the most impactful social service organizations in the world, we hire people who constantly seek new ways to keep us moving forward. We welcome you to find your place to offer opportunities for people in need!

Requirements

BS/BA in Communications or related field
A minimum of eight years of progressive experience in PR, marketing and corporate communications.
Excellent digital literacy skills and strong written/oral communication skills, all with an emphasis on communicating effectively to a wide range audience.
Ability to work with a broad and diverse audience, including but not limited to client groups, Advisory Board members, City, State, and corporate groups
Ability to interface and collaborate with media representatives
Excellent communication skills with an emphasis on writing
Strong networking and social skills
Ability to lift twenty-five (25) pounds
Ability to complete MVR clearance/Online driver training; must obtain a valid Washington driver's license.
Microsoft Office Suite
Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training
Working knowledge of website content management system
Ability to maintain, identify, and establish social media avenues, such as Facebook, Twitter, Linkedln, YouTube,
Working knowledge of print/media production, such as flyers, brochures, and newsletters

Nice To Haves

Experience within non-profit organizations is a plus
Working within or alongside a nonprofit development department is highly beneficial

Responsibilities

Manage relationships with marketing agencies for direct and in-direct fundraising
Manage digital fundraising efforts for the Division
Manage budgets related to Divisional marketing and public efforts
Interface with the donor relations department to receive information about fundraising efforts, income, expenses, and donors
Identify and manage advertising opportunities for the Division and individual units
Develop internal and external communications campaigns for divisions and departments as needed; support implementation.
Develop, maintain, and cultivate media relations throughout the Division
Manage and edit fundraising publications for other Salvation Army publications (i.e., The New Frontier), websites, and events
Act as point person and provide communications counsel for crisis planning and communications of various types for the Northwest Division
Develop talking points and speeches for event speakers
Travel and driving to various Northwest Division offices in the States of Washington, northern Idaho and eastern Montana.
Perform other work- related duties as requested by the Director of Development

Benefits

A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.
Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.
Life and Voluntary Options. An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.
Retirement Plans: Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.
Parental Leave: The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.
Sick Leave: 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months' service time.
Paid Vacation: Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions. Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions. Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months' service time.
Paid Holidays: 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year

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