Communications Director
Communications Director
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$ 117066 - 131066
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Job Description
Overview
Are you a visionary communications leader with passion for creating meaningful change Were seeking a Communications Director to drive strategy lead a team and collaborate with executive leadership to amplify our commitment to Unconditional Care.
The Communications Director is responsible for overseeing and leading internal and external communications activities agencywide including supervising Senecas Communications Specialist. This position collaborates with agency executive leadership to develop and implement a coordinated communication and marketing strategy that reflects Senecas mission vision and priorities.
ABOUT STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
Strategic Initiatives (SI) team is responsible for agency communications securing public contracts and advancing policies that reflect the agencys commitment to Unconditional Care. The SI team is committed to advancing equity and antiracism and nurturing a welcoming inclusive and highly collaborative team culture.
ABOUT SENECA
Seneca Family of Agencieshas been nominated among theBay Areas Top Workplacesfor several consecutive years. Were committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of excellent mental health communitybased and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff. Our programs are deeply engaged in conversations and training onDiversity Equity and Inclusionto bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.
Responsibilities
- Communication Strategy: Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that align with Senecas mission and goals.
- Executive Communications: Support executive leadership by creating compelling messaging for all staff communications internal monthly newsletter significant program announcements external opeds etc.
- Content Creation: Create and curate compelling content for various channels including website social media newsletters press releases and marketing collateral.
- Brand Management: Ensure consistent branding across all communications and maintain brand guidelines
- Digital Marketing: Oversee the organizations digital marketing efforts including website management SEO optimization and social media campaigns.
- Public Relations: Develop and manage public relations campaigns to highlight Senecas impact and successes and monitor and protect Senecas reputation and brand image.
- Media Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets journalists and influencers to secure media coverage and raise Senecas profile. Manage paid and earned media placement.
- Crisis Communication: When required handle reputation management and crisis communications by providing timely and accurate information to the public stakeholders and the media.
- Collaboration: Work closely with crossfunctional teams to gather information and insights for communication purposes. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with teams across the organization particularly HR and Development and serve as their communications partner.
- Measurement and Reporting: Develop comprehensive tracking and reporting system to track and analyze communication efforts generate reports and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Supervise the Communications Specialist and support their professional development.
- Perform all other duties and special projects as needed.
Qualifications
REQUIRED:
- Experience/education requirements:
- Bachelors degree
- Associate degree 1 years of applicable experience OR
- High school diploma 2 years of applicable experience
- Applicable work experience includes relevant experience in a Communications role.
- Minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible experience with communications public relations and marketing in a relevant organizational context.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Demonstrated commitment to integrating DEI and an antioppressive lens to communications and the work environment.
- Travel to Senecas Oakland office will be required as needed. Travel required 23 times a month around the Bay Area; travel required once a month to other regions.
- TB test clearance fingerprinting clearance and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements.
- Proof of uptodate COVID19 vaccination or an HRapproved medical/religious exemption.
PREFERRED:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in communications digital marketing social media management and public relations.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
Schedule
- Fulltime
- MondayFriday; 9am5pm
- Hybrid
Benefits
- Starting at $117066 $131066per year actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualification
- Salary increases each year
- Comprehensive benefits package:
- Medical dental vision chiropractic acupuncture coverage
- 50 paid premiums for dependents
- Longterm disability family leave and life insurance
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Employerpaid Employee Assistance Plan
- 5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays
- Seneca is aPublic Service Loan Forgivenesscertified employer
- Abundant professional development scholarship and promotional opportunities
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Required Experience:
Director
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