Marketing & Communications Manager

Washington Multi-Family Housing Association; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

401(k) with company match

Monthly cellphone stipend

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

A leading non-profit trade association is seeking a Marketing & Communications Manager to lead their marketing strategy and execution. This role is responsible for content creation, maintaining website and social media presence, and collaborating with various departments for revenue generation. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience, strong digital skills, and a proven ability to manage tight deadlines. The position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits including health coverage and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years in marketing/communications is required.
• Experience with digital and email marketing tools like MailChimp.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead branding, planning, and execution for advertising and PR.
• Conceptualize and produce communications assets including digital graphics.
• Oversee website and social media management to enhance engagement.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency

Proficiency in InDesign

Experience with MailChimp

Strong visual design skills

Basic HTML knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Canva

Hootsuite

Job description

Job Title

Marketing & Communications Manager

Reports to

Senior Director, Events & Marketing

Type

Full-time, exempt

About WMFHA

Since 2003, the Washington Multi-Family Housing Association (WMFHA) has served as the state's leading non-profit trade association for the multifamily housing industry. As an affiliate of the National Apartment Association (NAA), we represent over 2,550 properties and 372,000 housing units across Washington. Our mission is to empower members through advocacy, education, and career development.

Position Summary

The Marketing & Communications Manager functions as a "department of one," blending strategic leadership with hands-on execution. You will lead the strategy, branding, and production of all communications to elevate WMFHA’s brand and drive engagement across advocacy, education, and event programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy & Execution: Lead branding, planning, and evaluation for all advertising, PR, social media, and web content.
• Content Creation: Conceptualize and produce original assets, including social graphics, event signage, digital/print ads, and short-form video (Reels, LinkedIn).
• Digital Management: Oversee the WMFHA website and social media platforms; manage email campaigns via MailChimp to improve click rates and engagement.
• Collaboration: Serve as the staff liaison to the Marketing Committee and partner with all departments to drive revenue for key initiatives.
• Analytics & Budgeting: Take ownership of web analytics reporting and manage the marketing department budget.
• All other duties as assigned by the WMFHA senior management.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of relevant experience in marketing/communications.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Canva, and MS Office.
• Digital Savvy: Experience with mass-email tools (MailChimp), social media management (Hootsuite), and basic HTML.
• Core Competencies: Strong visual design skills, professional diplomacy, and the ability to manage complex workflows under tight deadlines.
• Salary: $80,000 – $90,000 (DOE) + 8% annual bonus potential.
• Health: 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision for employees; Employer paid $25,000 life insurance policy.
• Retirement: 401(k) with 50% company match (up to 5% of salary).
• Time Off: 15 days PTO, 2 personal days, 11 paid holidays, and paid closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Perks: $75/month cellphone stipend and IRS-rate mileage reimbursement.
• Hybrid & Flex Work Schedule: 2 WFH / 3 in-office workdays.