Director of Marketing and Communications

Join in our mission of providing life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities!

Imagine a place where your MarCom expertise and desire to make a meaningful impact come together. Becoming the Director of Marketing and Communications at True Friends is the rewarding leadership experience you've been searching for. Come join our team and make a difference!

How You'll Contribute:

• Develop, coordinate, execute, and manage projects; consult with stakeholders to determine the scope, delegate resources, communicate changes and progress 
• Drive the execution of multi-channel marketing programs and initiatives including digital advertising, email marketing, and social media. 
• Collaborate with other departments on any marketing and communications needs 
• Lead and manage communication and public relations efforts, including media outreach, press releases, and crisis communication 
• Identify the organization’s target audience and develop effective and appropriate communication materials 
• Lead, manage, and evaluate department staff 
• Hire and train department staff as needed 
• Effectively manage timelines and Marketing & Communications calendar, coordinate deadlines and negotiate competing priorities 
• Create and effectively manage departmental budget and resources 
• Partner with various departments to lead a coordinated community outreach effort 
• Drive innovative ways to increase awareness of key program initiatives and accomplishments 
• Serve as the key Marketing and Communications representative for all executive and board-related interactions 
• Review and edit writing and design of colleagues as requested 
• Performs other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring to the Table:

• College degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field required, or equivalent combination ofwork experience and education 
• 5+ years of marketing leadership experience preferred 
• 3+ years of employee management experience preferred 
• Proficiency in Microsoft office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other design software 
• Proven ability to develop strategic marketing plans, budgets, and resource allocation 
• Strong, proven verbal and written communication skills 
• Experience creating and articulating clear concepts and messaging for an organization 
• Proven proficiency with website and social media management 
• Experience with Search Engine Optimization (SEO) 
• Current knowledge of emerging communication methods 
• Proven business acumen with the ability to effectively manage budgets/expenses 
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting timelines while meeting deadlines 
• Demonstrated ability to effectively drive results 
• Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization 
• Ability to pass organizational background check

Pay: $65,066 per year

Location: Hybrid, in person at each location (Eden Prairie, Annandale, and Maple Lake) as needed

True Friends Benefits:

• Employee & Family Medical Insurance 
• Employee & Family Dental Insurance 
• Employee & Family Vision Insurance 
• Employee Referral Program 
• Retirement Savings Plan with Opportunity for 3% Employer Match 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• PTO – Annual Accrual of up to 20 Days to Start 
• VTO- 16 hours of time off to volunteer 
• 8 Paid Holidays per Year 
• 2 Floating Holidays per Year 
• Continued Education and Training Options 
• CPR/First Aid and Other Certification Opportunities 
• Organizational Events 
• Cabin Rental Discounts