Director of Communications

Position Summary

This position oversees the church’s communication strategy, technical arts, and front office administrative duties. This person will work closely with the Director of Operations, Executive Pastor, and Lead Pastor to pursue the church’s mission, culture, and values.

Qualifications

· A personal and maturing relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ that is visible to others

· Humble, hungry, and smart (i.e., relationally intelligent, eager to take initiative in continual learning, growing, and self-awareness)

· Strong interpersonal skills

· Desire and ability to work within a staff culture that is team-oriented and feedback-driven

· Ability to manage conflict in a loving and discerning way

· Organizational, time, and project management skills

· Ability to strategically plan, sequence, and execute a multifaceted communication strategy that integrates both digital and printed materials

· Tech-savvy and growing knowledge of trends in social media, communication, and design

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills including fine editing/copywriting, and a keen eye for layout design, colors, and presentation

· Proficiency in various communication, graphic, and office platforms such as Canva, Microsoft 360, Ekklesia360, Planning Center, Mailchimp, etc.

· Experience and knowledge of audio-visual production and broadcasting of a worship service

· Not required but desired—church or non-profit communications/marketing experience and graphic design experience

· Agreement with the Brethren in Christ Core Values and BIC Articles of Faith and Doctrine

Responsibilities

Communication Duties:

· Develop and implement a church-wide communication strategy that reflects EBIC’s culture, values, and mission.

· Oversee all aspects of EBIC’s communications, including print, digital, online, electronic, and social media.

· Set strategy, creative vision, project management standards, and measures for communication initiatives, outreach, and promotion.

· Cultivate, lead, and manage a volunteer Communication Team (writing, editing, photography, videography, design, social media, etc.) to help implement our communications strategy.

· Write, edit, and design fresh, engaging content for regular communication vehicles, including website, bulletins, and social media.

· Film and edit announcements, bumpers, testimonies, and other videos as needed.

· Work with other staff on special projects and service/event promotion as needed.

· Prepare and ensure compliance with the communication budget.

Techanical Arts Duties:

Weekly Rehearsal Support

· Set up the stage to accommodate worship teams and choirs

· Attend rehearsals to offer A/V support and troubleshooting

Media and Equipment

· Check projection software elements for design continuity

· Design lighting to complement platform and theme elements

· Maintain and troubleshoot A/V equipment and suggest any needed improvements

Sunday A/V Resourcing

· Each week, enter songs into Pro Presenter

· Aid in monitoring and management of service audio mix, livestream, and recording

· Advise and support A/V volunteers and problem-solve as needed

Volunteer Management

· Provide training and support for the Media Team at least two times a year

· Recruit and schedule volunteer technicians to serve

Additional services (outside Sunday mornings)

· Set up and prepare for other events (i.e., funerals, weddings, Maundy Thursday, etc.)

· Coordinate Media Team to cover additional services

Front Office Duties: Present during office hours Monday-Thursday (9 am - 1 pm)

· Provide a hospitable welcome to those who enter our doors during office hours.

· Perform administrative tasks such as answering phones, interacting with church members and visitors, crafting/responding to emails, printing materials, and ordering office supplies as needed.

· Oversee the church database, ensuring up-to-date member profiles and effective ministry integration.

· Prepare and ensure compliance with the church office budget.



Hours: 45 hrs./wk. (Monday-Thursday, Sunday) and some weeknight responsibilities

Reports To:Executive Pastor

Direct Reports: Volunteer teams associated with the job description—Tech Team

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Experience:

• Writing skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Elizabethtown, PA 17022 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Elizabethtown, PA 17022: Relocate before starting work Location: In person

First Presbyterian Church of the Covenant

Erie, Pennsylvania

JOB Description

JOB TITLE: Director of Communications

Responsible TO: Pastor / Head of Staff

Classification: Full Time

BASIC Function: Using print, social media, and website to communicate with the congregation and the community what God is doing in the church as described below.

Principle FunctionS AND Responsibilities:

Develop and implement annual communications plan for the congregation and community members and to support the ministry events of the church. Our goal is to communicate the story of God s work with current members, guests of the church, and our partners including: Gannon University, Our West Bayfront, Erie Downtown Partnership, neighborhood residents, Presbytery of Lake Erie, the Non-Profit Partnership, Erie Philharmonic, Strong Vincent Middle School, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Center.

Work with staff and volunteers to develop and maintain brand standards for all written and visual communication.

Coordinate all communication strategies and promotions across ministry areas in accordance with the church master calendar.

Work with ministry leaders to produce all print and electronic communications, website content, social media, electronic and other signage, worship bulletins and worship media, newsletters/e-newsletter and flyers. Take bulk mailings to the post office.

Generate online content with ministry leaders that engages church and community members according to ministry demographic: College Ministry, Children & Youth, Music Ministry, Sunday Suppers, etc.

Manage social media engagement via creative, entertaining, spiritually compelling and informative posts.

Track online metric to gauge communication effectiveness, including web, social media, and email analytics.

Develop and maintain new website to ensure that new and consistent information is posted regularly.

Produce annual report for April congregational meeting and a video that celebrates the mission and ministry of the church.

Write press releases to local media outlets as necessary.

Manage and host outside media when present at church events.

Attends staff meetings and retreats as scheduled.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Bachelor s degree in communications or related field or commensurate experience.

Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Publisher, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Strong interpersonal and hospitality skills.

Website creation and content management experience required.

Strong organizational skills; ability to manage several tasks at once.

Design software experience required: Adobe InDesign, Canva, etc.

Social media proficiency required: Facebook, Instagram, etc.

Proficiency in still and video photography.

Preferred grant writing experience.

Act in support of the church s vision to be welcoming and hospitable to all and a resource for our neighbors as described in the church s four focus areas.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as Location: Hybrid remote in Erie, PA 16501

Director of Communications
Job Description

Organization:Missouri Primary Care Association (MPCA)

Title: Director of Communications

Job Classification: Exempt, Full-Time

Work Schedule:Monday through Friday

Reporting Structure:Senior Director of Operations

Eligible for Remote: Yes

Jefferson City, MO [on-site]/Remote

Primary Accountability:

The Director of Communications will develop the strategy for all communications, website, and public relations messages to consistently articulate MPCA s mission. The Director of Communications will work closely with the Senior Leader Team within the organization as the communications partner on a variety of strategic initiatives.

Major Duties:

Develops, implements and evaluates the MPCA communications plan in collaboration with the MPCA Senior Leader Team.

Leads the generation of content including but not limited to external communication including newsletters, news briefs, website and social media platforms.

Puts communication vehicles in place to create awareness with the health centers and communities regarding MPCA s quality initiatives and legislative initiatives.

Identifies challenges and emerging issues faced by the members. Works with the Senior Leader team to recognize internal and external communication opportunities, and defines and executes appropriate strategies to support them.

Coordinates website maintenance, ensures that new and consistent information is posted regularly and timely.

Manages development, distribution and maintenance of all print and electronic materials including, but not limited to, newsletters, brochures, board reports, annual report, and MPCA s website.

Responsible for editing all MPCA written material, focusing on quality and content.

Develops, implements and adheres to the communications budget.

Qualifications:

A bachelor s degree in journalism, communications, marketing or related field that ensures excellent writing and editing skills that conform to nationally-accepted journalistic style.

Three or more years of experience in communications or public relations demonstrating writing and editing experience covering areas such as website content, newsletters, and external facing communications, with experience in health care or non-profit preferred.

Experience developing and implementing communications strategies.

Ability to create and work within a yearly, quarterly and project budget.

The ability to take knowledge and transform it into exciting and useful messages, and disseminate it to the appropriate audiences through the best communication channels.

Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial; enjoys creating and implementing new ideas and initiatives.

Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products.

Ability to prioritize and follow through effectively.

Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbal, in a professional manner that supports the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of MPCA and external stakeholders.

Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize, and the ability to coordinate multiple projects with minimal supervision.

Ability to work in team settings to show flexibility and versatility.

Ability to learn additional software applications.

Ability to self-motivate and thrive in a complex and rapidly changing environment.

Ability to work with strict confidentiality requirements, as well as utilize good judgment in the preparation and distribution of confidential information.

Physical Demands:

Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach and use hands and fingers for extended periods of time.

Performing physical activities which require considerable use of your arms and legs for moving your entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, bending, kneeling, crawling, stooping, and handing of materials.

Ability to read computer screens, mail, e-mail and talk on the phone.

Ability to unpack and move supplies up to thirty (30) pounds.

Ability to drive an automobile and possess a valid driver s license.

Work Environment:

Professional and deadline-oriented environment in an office setting.

Interaction with internal and external customers.

Job duties will be performed either from a remote office location or onsite, at the Jefferson City, MO location.

Travel:

Travel may be expected in and outside of Missouri.

Additional Duties:

Additional duties and responsibilities may be added to this job description at any time. The job description does not state or imply that these are the only activities to be performed by the employee(s) holding this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related responsibilities as requested by their supervisor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Jefferson City, MO 65109: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Research: 1 year (Preferred)
• Public health: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Hybrid remote in Jefferson City, MO 65109

Late or incomplete application submissions will not be considered. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed to advance through all of the steps in the selection process.

Qualified Applicants Should Submit:

Letter of interest

Application for Employment (available at [website]) ;

Applicant s current resume.

Application materials should be submitted via email to [website] @ [website]

JOB Summary:
The Director of Communications is part of the communications team that oversees all external communications involving the Office of the Chief Judge and the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, including the development and implementation of a communications and media relations strategy. The Director also participates in formulating and disseminating internal communications.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with Chief Judge and executive staff to ensure public confidence in the administration of justice and the mission of the Court.
• Develops and implements a communications strategy for the Court that builds and maintains a positive public image.
• Has primary responsibility for producing and framing all written communications to be issued on behalf of the Chief Judge; collaborates on same with department heads as warranted.
• Oversees communications via various online and print platforms such as LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Chicago area news outlets.
• Oversees the development and maintenance of the Court s website including methods to deliver message, ease of navigation, and clarity of information; ensures that all content is current and relevant.
• Provides consistent and timely information to employees through various communications programs.
• Acts as the Court s spokesperson and responds to members of the media in a timely manner; composes and distributes press releases as needed.
• Develops and maintains positive professional relationships with various members of the media.
• Assists the Chief Judge, other judges of the Circuit Court, and executive leadership in developing presentations, speeches, and other important messages.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Superior ability to write in a journalistic style that is customary for external publication.
• Ability to offer sound media relations advice to senior leadership.
• Excellent managerial and organizational abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with Court management, employees, media, and the larger community.
• Ability to coordinate efforts of various teams in order to frame and present a coherent message.
• Ability to work 100% in person and travel to various court location as required.

Education AND Experience:

• Bachelor s degree in English, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field; graduate degree in similar field preferred
• Experience in public relations and marketing
• Knowledge and understanding of Court structure and operations strongly preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• use a telephone, keyboard, and video display terminal.
• lift and/or move objects up to 15 pounds such as files, stacks of papers, reference materials.
• intermittently twist to reach equipment or supplies
• perform simple grasping and fine manipulation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's Location: One location

Towson Presbyterian Church

Position Description: Director of Communications & Connections

Towson Presbyterian Church (TPC)—an inclusive, curious, compassionate, courageous community of faith—seeks a highly motivated individual to help communicate the church s mission, values, and ministries to both members and the community-at-large. This individual will serve as the primary facilitator of TPC s communications to both members and the greater community. This individual will create, curate, and distribute content for the church s website, social media platforms, print communications, and more. This individual will also strive to help both members and those in community-at-large create meaningful connections within the church community.

Communication

• Cultivate the voice of the church to communicate our ethos and values: inclusive, curious, compassionate, and courageous.
• Work with Communication Committee to facilitate multi-platform communications of the church
• Create, maintain, and distribute the Master Communications & Project Calendar, working a minimum of 3 months out
• Meet regularly with staff to explore recent stories to tell and upcoming events to promote
• Curate and create timely, engaging, visually pleasing content for TPC s website, social media platforms, emails, and other communications
• Identify primary audiences and best communication platform(s) for each communication
• Utilize SEO and analytical tools to monitor and evaluate communication strategies, working with the Communication Committee to expand the church s reach
• Facilitate design and procure production of print communications, including weekly bulletins, programmatic brochures, annual reports, outdoor signs, etc.
• Facilitate video production and distribution (including regular reels, livestreams, and occasional videos to enhance worship or promote an event)
• Facilitate audio-visual technology and livestreams of Sunday services and important events
• Manage TPC s email database
• Produce the pastors weekly podcast; analyze best platforms for distribution and promotion.
• Serve as staff liaison and resource to Communications and Evangelism Committees

Connections

• Work with Evangelism Committee to develop initiatives that spread awareness of who TPC is, inviting all to participate
• Consult, analyze and cast vision with pastors on the church s virtual content/programs
• In collaboration with programmatic staff, develop initiatives to increase engagement (and add spiritual value) on our social platforms and within the Virtual Campus
• Engage with social media followers in a manner consistent with TPC s values, responding to queries in a timely fashion
• Integrate ministries of the virtual and physical campuses, striving to connect people to both virtual and in-person faith formation opportunities
• Monitor virtual community and communications, enforcing boundaries and policies
• Organize, promote, and record all virtual event participation, registration, and attendance

Project Management

• Manage project management software to keep staff abreast of where various projects reside (e.g., Adult Spiritual Formation quarterly seasons, Stewardship campaign, and Annual Report/Meeting)
• Church Calendar: assist in the management of church s Master Calendar of meetings, events, room assignments, responsible for all virtual gatherings
• Participate in worship service planning with programmatic staff 1x/month
• Recruit, train, schedule, and cultivate relationships & expertise on the church s tech team.
• Create a schedule for each worship service to assist the tech team with audio and visual cues
• Support ministries in their tech or A/V endeavors

Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Thorough understanding of social media platforms, management, and current trends
• Enthusiasm for storytelling and social media engagement
• Website management experience (WordPress preferred)
• Some graphic design experience (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva)
• Some video & livestream production experience
• Ability to work well with diverse group of individuals
• Willingness to work Sunday mornings

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor s degree in marketing, communication, social media management, or related field
• Or significant working experience within one or more of the above fields

Job Type: Full-Time (flexible schedule) w/ competitive salary

Benefits Available: Health; Options for Dental & Vision; Paid Time Off; Parental Leave

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,000.00 - $57,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Masking by choice, work from home options

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Towson, MD 21204: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work Location: One location

Assistant Director of Communications

West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office

Salary:$50,000 - $60,000; salary commensurate with training and experience. Full-time employees of the West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office (WVSTO) are eligible for Public Employee Insurance Agency benefits plus other benefits available to state employees.

Charleston, WV

Job Type:Full-Time Permanent; Not in the Classified Service

Division:WVSTO Communications

Reports To:Assistant Treasurer, Communications

Nature of Work:

Under the limited supervision, this position assists in the communication of information on activities and policies of the State Treasurer and his/her Office to various external and internal audiences through multiple media channels according to the direction and strategies established by the State Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer of Communications. This position proceeds on own initiative while complying with policies, practices and procedures described by the Assistant Treasurer of Communications. This position seldom refers matters to supervisor except for clarification of policy. Single day travel is required as well as occasional overnight stays.

Job Duties:

· Assists the Assistant Treasurer of Communications in managing and executing both internal and external communications emanating from the STO.

· Writes and edits brochures, newsletters, departmental publications, consumer, and other informational materials; prepares graphics compositions and layout.

· Researches or collects information from a variety of sources and writes news releases covering regular and periodic activities of the STO for daily and/or weekly newspapers and for non-print news releases.

· Assists with producing presentations, speeches, press releases, op-ed pieces, and articles to advance public awareness of the STO programs and services.

· Responsible for managing STO intranet content.

· Provides support for press conferences and office events.

· Assists with photography for internal/external communications.

· Assists Assistant Treasurer as needed.

· Produces monthly STO employee newsletter.

· Establishes and maintains contacts with the news media, including newspapers, radio, and television.

· Establishes and maintains a media outreach plan, including coordination with key constituents and Regional Treasury Representatives, along with the preparation of advisories/releases and scheduling media interviews, to maximize coverage and public awareness of STO and Treasurer-related public events across WV.

· Responsible for creating, managing, and posting content on all STO social media sites.

· Advises department administrators on public relations methods and established procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university with a major in English, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field required; four to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of journalistic principles, practices, and techniques of planning, composing, and editing publicity material.
• Knowledge of techniques of graphics composition and layout procedures.
• Ability to organize and present a variety of informational and promotional materials in a clear, concise, and appealing format.
• Ability to write complex and creative publicity material.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, agency officials, the news media, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate easily and clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to gather information by research, observation, or interview.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

HOW TO APPLY: Email resume to [website] by June 19, 2024.

The State Treasurer’s Office provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factors made unlawful under applicable federal and state laws. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered under the Administrative Rule of the WV Division of Personnel. Therefore, interested persons must apply directly to the hiring agency as indicated above.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work In person

Director OF Communications

Principal Function

The primary role of the Director of Communications is to design and curate church-wide communications and media for digital, print, and campus platforms. The Director of Communications leads and is a part of a two-person team and works alongside senior leadership (clergy, staff, and Leadership Council) to collaborate in creating and executing major congregational initiatives. In one sentence, the purpose of this role is to capture and promote how God and the congregation are moving together (and have moved together and are hoped to move together).

Hours & Salary

The position is a full-time, exempt position who works in-office a minimum of 40 hours per week. Occasional evening and/or weekend hours will be necessary when special projects or events are involved. The salary range for the position is $45,000-52,000 and includes vacation time and benefits.

Experience

Applicants must hold a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Design, Graphic Arts, Visual Communications, Media or other related field of study, and must have the following:

• Experience in design and production for print and video media involving text, graphics, and video;
• Strong copywriting skills for church announcements and publications;
• Demonstrated capacity to produce high-quality design with quick turn-around;
• Experience designing for print and video media with Adobe Creative Suite

Responsible To

Senior Pastor

Qualities Desired

• A strong love of God and people and an active, growing, and mature relationship with Jesus Christ; dedicated to the spiritual growth of self and others
• Close theological alignment with the belief and practices of Clear Lake United Methodist Church and its mission
• Commitment to professional and personal excellence
• Collaborative approach and a team mentality
• Ability to multitask, organize multiple projects, and meet deadlines
• Creative spirit and a passion for innovation
• Ability to accept direction and feedback
• Ability to self-start (i.e., recognize a need and initiate an appropriate response)

To Apply

All applicants will need to send a portfolio (layout designs, graphic art, produced videos, etc.) to complete your application. You may send a link to your portfolio or attach files.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Houston, TX 77062: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Please send a portfolio (online link or attached files) to Rev. Preston Morgan ([website]).

Education:

• Bachelor's Location: One location

Director OF Communications

Principal Function

The primary role of the Director of Communications is to design and curate church-wide communications and media for digital, print, and campus platforms. The Director of Communications leads and is a part of a two-person team and works alongside senior leadership (clergy, staff, and Leadership Council) to collaborate in creating and executing major congregational initiatives. In one sentence, the purpose of this role is to capture and promote how God and the congregation are moving together (and have moved together and are hoped to move together).

Hours & Salary

The position is a full-time, exempt position who works in-office a minimum of 40 hours per week. Occasional evening and/or weekend hours will be necessary when special projects or events are involved. The salary range for the position is $45,000-52,000 and includes vacation time and benefits.

Experience

Applicants must hold a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Design, Graphic Arts, Visual Communications, Media or other related field of study, and must have the following:

• Experience in design and production for print and video media involving text, graphics, and video;
• Strong copywriting skills for church announcements and publications;
• Demonstrated capacity to produce high-quality design with quick turn-around;
• Experience designing for print and video media with Adobe Creative Suite

Responsible To

Senior Pastor

Qualities Desired

• A strong love of God and people and an active, growing, and mature relationship with Jesus Christ; dedicated to the spiritual growth of self and others
• Close theological alignment with the belief and practices of Clear Lake United Methodist Church and its mission
• Commitment to professional and personal excellence
• Collaborative approach and a team mentality
• Ability to multitask, organize multiple projects, and meet deadlines
• Creative spirit and a passion for innovation
• Ability to accept direction and feedback
• Ability to self-start (i.e., recognize a need and initiate an appropriate response)

To Apply

All applicants will need to send a portfolio (layout designs, graphic art, produced videos, etc.) to complete your application. You may send a link to your portfolio or attach files.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Houston, TX 77062: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Please send a portfolio (online link or attached files) to Rev. Preston Morgan ([website]).

Education:

• Bachelor's Location: One location

Come build the future of healthcare with us! We're looking for a hands-on strategic communicator and storyteller to spread the word about Babson Diagnostics. The Director of Communications will create and share high quality content, connecting with our key audiences through media outreach, announcements, editorial placements, events and speaking opportunities.

About Us

Babson Diagnostics is a healthcare technology company reimagining diagnostic blood testing.

Our proprietary technology is designed to produce medically- accurate results from small capillary samples collected at convenient retail locations and analyzed at our CLIA-certified clinical laboratories. Leading through science, integrity, humility and kindness, we are working to improve health by making diagnostic blood testing more convenient, accessible and patient-centered.

We're a small but mighty team of scientists and strategists, with a big dream of changing how people get diagnostic blood tests. And we're growing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic communications plan, partnering with internal stakeholders and external agencies, to drive brand and business metrics. Use communications strategies to connect with key audiences, build our company image, and drive interest in our services.
• Work with our external PR agency to:
• Grow our media presence. Cultivate media and influencer relationships, build interest and coverage, imagine and pitch compelling stories.
• Monitor media coverage and ensure appropriate responses.
• Develop and maintain standard talking points for recurrent topics and emerging matters. Develop articles, presentations, speeches and press kits. Manage and grow the Babson blog. Serve as copyeditor and/or ghostwriter for leaders as necessary.
• Coordinate interviews and photo shoots.
• Develop a crisis communication plan for the organization.
• Ensure websites, social media, and other digital channels are aligned to PR efforts and are up to date with news releases, articles, etc. Work with digital marketing to create a digital newsroom.
• Partner with colleagues, freelancers and agencies to create content and thought leadership in a variety of formats (articles, videos, infographics). Manage our content marketing efforts, overseeing the editorial calendar and content development process. Plan our content calendar, execute and report results.
• Evaluate and identify events that we should be attending/sponsoring to reach our target audiences. Determine our presence and manage logistics. Create and manage cross-channel pre- and post-event communications to drive awareness & connections.
• Ensure all leads are captured, uploaded to our CRM system and followed-up on in a timely manner; evaluate the quality of the event and determine if we should invest again.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations or similar degree.
• Minimum 5 to 7 years of relevant and progressively more responsible experience in public relations, communications and/or social media roles, preferably in healthcare and/or diagnostics industries.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with a capacity for SEO-friendly headlines and content
• Experience driving strategic programs that deliver results, both in-house and with an agency.
• Demonstrated results getting story placements and media coverage.
• Experience engaging varied audiences such as providers, payers, retailers, investors, as well as general consumers.
• Experience managing and optimizing events to generate leads and new business.
• Strong project management, collaboration, and presentation skills.

Additional Requirements:

• Experience using CRM to capture and manage leads (Zoho, Salesforce)
• Experience using project management tools (e.g. Smartsheet, Aha, Asana)
• Understanding of social platforms, algorithms and engagement best practices

Babson Diagnostics embraces diversity and inclusion and ensures that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age (other than minimum age of 18), race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, political ideology, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. To learn more about Babson Diagnostics visit us at [website]

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Executing strategic marketing programs: 2 years Location: One location

Purpose: To further the mission of Westminster Presbyterian Church of worshipping with tradition, raising 21st century disciples, connecting as a church family and engaging in mission by creating inward and outward communication and providing some admin support.

Accountability: Reports to the Associate Pastor Chief of Staff

Relationships: A member of the program team. Works collaboratively with staff and church members to gather content for communications. Provides admin support to pastors and Clerk of Session.

Qualifications:

Commitment to Westminster's mission stated above.

Ability to grasp and embrace the mission, tone, and voice of the church.

Bachelor's degree strongly desired. Preference given to those with communications or related degree.

Excellent writer

Proficiency with social media management (YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)

Familiarity with and ability to be proficient in adobe InDesign

Proficiency with website management and design, specifically Squarespace

Knowledge of video editing and publishing desired

Ability to become proficient with Pro Presenter presentation creation

Strong communication skills, able to communicate effectively with people on all levels of the organization.

Professionalism, friendliness, and poise when communicating with those at all levels.

Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.

Strong organizational skills & the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Strong emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities:

Oversee, design, and create the digital and print communication.

Create and maintain a digital presence

Create and maintain paid advertising

Create press releases and submissions to area websites

Provide some admin support to the pastors (less than 20% of position)

Tasks:

Communications

Weekly

o Gather content for and create weekly email and print news blast

o Prepare weekly bulletin

o Prepare weekly Pro Presenter Script for worship broadcast

o Update outdoor digital sign

o Edit and post Pastor Scott's daily devotionals

o Maintain church calendar, walk staff through two-week calendar in staff meeting

o Create social media posts

Monthly

o Gather committee minutes to send a packet to Elders for Session Meeting

Annually

o Assist Clerk of Session in filing annual PC(USA) reports

o Propose budget for communications

o Prepare annual report for congregational meeting

o Support October stewardship campaign with print and digital communication

Periodically

o Create posters for all-church events, like Fine Arts, Vacation Bible School

o Design event banners for front lawn

o Create and print brochures - Fine Arts, Anchor Coffee House, and other major events, also the basic Welcome Brochure for the Sanctuary

o Print and mail letters to the congregation

o Cancellations - Contact the local media and post on website when cancellations occur for severe weather, power outages, etc.

o Take photos of new members, or have them taken

o Create tickets for Anchor Coffee House

o Create sign up forms for events

Ongoing

o Photograph or secure others to photograph church events

o Maintain the website

o Maintain constant contact lists

Admin Support

Answer phones and greet people who walk in, together with Director of Missions and Outreach and volunteer receptionists

Maintain schedule of liturgists for Sunday worship

Maintain Schedule of sanctuary Flowers for Sunday worship

Prepare weekly attendance summary sheet

Order office supplies through Office Depot

Check for pastoral care messages on Friday afternoons

Set the telephone message on the answering machine

Baptisms & Weddings

o Provide families with forms for baptism and wedding requests when needed. Coordinate with pastors on their approval.

o Keep wedding coordinators informed of approved weddings

Funerals

o Support pastors in planning funerals

o Work with custodians for funeral set-ups

o In some cases, prepare funeral bulletins

o Coordinate with funeral reception

General

Participate in weekly program team meeting

Participate in weekly staff meeting

Weekly supervision meeting with Chief of Staff

Compensation and Evaluation: Pay range $16-18 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. Employee health insurance, PTO, 401k matching, and other benefits provided per Employee Handbook. Evaluated annually by the Chief of Staff. Compensation reviewed annually by the Human Resources Committee.

Days and Hours:This is a full-time 40-hour per week position. Schedule is negotiated with the Chief of Staff but is generally Monday through Friday during business hours and Sunday mornings 8:30 10:30. Hours adjust to responsibilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Writing skills: 1 year Location: One location