Director of Marketing & Communications

DRTC•Oklahoma City, OK

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

DRTC is seeking an experienced, innovative, and mission-driven Marketing & Communications Director to lead the agency’s marketing, communications, public relations, brand management, fundraising communications, and community engagement efforts. The role develops and executes comprehensive marketing strategies to increase awareness, strengthen community partnerships, support fundraising initiatives, and drive growth across DRTC’s programs, services, products, and business lines. The Director is a member of the administrative management team and works directly with the Executive Director/CEO to advance the organization’s mission and strategic goals. The position oversees marketing strategy and brand consistency; media, advertising, social media, email, and digital outreach; public relations and community relationships; website and content management; marketing systems and reporting; staff, departmental operations, budgets, and resource allocation; and agency events, sponsorship development, and funding-development activities. Direct reports include the Digital Marketing Specialist, Communications Specialist, and MarComm Apprentices/Interns. The role is based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and is described as on-site with a hybrid schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work is primarily performed in a professional office environment. The posted salary is $75,000. DRTC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement options, paid time off, paid vacation, and paid training.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
5–8 years of marketing, communications, public relations, or related experience.
Strong knowledge of branding, digital marketing, social media, website management, and public relations.
Proven leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid Oklahoma Driver’s License required.
Must pass OSBI, MVR, DHS Registry, and other agency-required background screenings.
Must maintain eligibility under agency MVR guidelines.
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to occasionally lift and move materials weighing up to 15 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience with grant writing and grant management.
Experience with CRM systems and marketing databases.
Nonprofit, fundraising, or community engagement experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement annual marketing and public relations plans aligned with organizational goals.
Lead strategic marketing initiatives across DRTC programs, services, and business operations.
Build brand awareness and maintain consistent branding across marketing channels.
Manage media planning, advertising campaigns, social media marketing, email marketing, and digital outreach.
Analyze campaign performance and provide ROI reporting, market research, and strategic recommendations.
Serve as the agency’s primary marketing and public relations leader.
Develop and maintain relationships with media outlets, community partners, and industry stakeholders.
Write, edit, proofread, and distribute press releases, media communications, and promotional materials.
Identify and pursue community partnership and promotional opportunities.
Ensure communications accurately reflect DRTC’s mission and commitment to serving individuals with disabilities.
Oversee website content, functionality, and ongoing maintenance.
Manage social media platforms and digital communications strategies.
Maintain CRM systems, marketing databases, analytics, and reporting tools.
Direct the creation of marketing assets, including brochures, flyers, presentations, advertisements, and website content.
Supervise the Digital Marketing Specialist, Communications Specialist, and MarComm Apprentices/Interns.
Manage day-to-day Marketing & Communications Department operations.
Develop and oversee departmental budgets and resource allocation.
Train, mentor, and develop marketing staff.
Monitor department productivity, project timelines, and quality standards.
Provide oversight for agency events, including annual awards programs and anniversary galas.
Lead sponsorship development, event promotion, and community engagement efforts.
Coordinate grant-writing activities and maintain relationships with funding agencies and grant-writing partners.
Serve as Chair of the Funding Development Committee and provide leadership, reporting, and strategic direction.