Communications Director

UNAVAILABLE; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flex

Paid time off

Paid holidays

403(b) Employee Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Catholic Community Services of Western Washington seeks a Communications Director to lead all external and internal communications, directing media relations, digital media strategy, and crisis communications. You will supervise the Communications and Digital Media Specialist and shape CCSWW’s brand and messaging across platforms.

The role requires a deep understanding of Catholic Social Teaching, a track record in corporate communications, and the ability to manage multiple high-stakes projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience; Master’s Degree preferred.
• 10+ years corporate communications experience.
• At least three years’ team management experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License required.
• Criminal history background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Manage media relations and public messaging for CCSWW.
• Oversee digital and social media presence and content.
• Write press releases and other communications materials.
• Lead crisis communication and messaging strategy.
• Supervise Communications and Digital Media Specialist.
• Analyze communication effectiveness to inform strategy.

Skills

Corporate communications

Team management

Written and oral communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

Overview

For over a century, Catholic Community Services of Western Washington (CCSWW) has provided services for youth, immigrants, older adults, and people experiencing homelessness throughout western Washington state. Our 4000+ employees and volunteers come from many faith traditions to serve and support poor and vulnerable people through the provision of quality, integrated services and housing. Our mission and our focus are for those individuals, children, families, and communities struggling with poverty and the effects of intolerance and racism. We actively join with others to work for justice. If this is your passion, we would like you to join us. If you are looking for meaningful work, make a tangible difference, and drive positive change, find out more at: https://ccsww.org/careers/

How YOU will make a difference

The CCSWW Communications Director develops and implements communication and public relations strategies to shape and protect CCSWW’s mission and brand, overseeing internal and external messaging across all platforms. Key duties include managing media relations, overseeing digital and social media, writing press releases and other materials, leading crisis communication, supervising the Communications and Digital Media Specialist, and analyzing communication effectiveness to inform strategy.

Please see the full job description for additional information and details.

Communications Director

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary: $140,000.00 per year (D.O.E.) witha competitive benefits package:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Generous paid time off (15 days of paid vacation), paid sick time
• 12 days of paid holidays, plus one (1) personal holiday
• 403(b) Employee Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (5+ years relevant experience beyond the required years of experience can be substituted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree). Master’s Degree is preferred.
• 10+ years of corporate communications experience.
• An understanding of Catholic Social Teachings and the connection of CCSWW with the Archdiocese of Seattle and the global Catholic Church.
• At least three years’ experience managing a team.
• Demonstrated success working with senior executive level clients and stakeholders.
• Project management experience and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven ability to consult with clients to determine requirements, stakeholders, and scope.
• Experience communicating in multiple media (e.g., print, email, web, video/audio).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex, often-changing environment.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills, ability to persuade and build consensus with stakeholders.
• Demonstrate the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations.
• Have a valid Washington State Driver’s License and meet the conditions of the agency driving policy.
• Criminal history background checks are required prior to employment.

Note to Internal Candidates: HR reviews internal compensation and determines any increase based on their experience and also agency internal equity factors.Please let us know if you need special accommodations to apply or interview for this position.

Catholic Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visitwww.ccsww.org to learn more.