Job
Director of Communications and Public Relations
| Location | Tukwila, WA 98188 |
| Date Posted | April 05, 2023 |
| Job ID | 9593 |
| Employment Type | Retained |
Scion Executive Search, an award-winning full-service staffing firm, has been engaged to conduct the search for the Director of Communications and Public Relations on behalf of our highly regarded and well-respected client, Starfire Sports, an established nonprofit organization that benefits thousands of players of all ages through various training programs and educational STEM curriculum. This full-time, onsite opportunity is available immediately!
About Starfire
Starfire is a nonprofit organization that delivers inclusive, world-class soccer experiences and social programs that inspire, encourage, and empower the community. Starfire’s exceptional campus attracts over 100,000 unique visitors who act as participants and/or spectators in the various programs and events that take place here. Starfire is actively building new non-sports-oriented outreach initiatives to help enrich the lives of the members of our community.
Position Overview:
Reporting to the President and CEO, Starfire is seeking an accomplished Director of Communications and Public Relations who has at least 7 years of communications or public relations experience in a nonprofit entity and a minimum of 3 years in fundraising or grant writing/management. This position is responsible for managing all communication plan activities and building external relationships with the organization’s constituencies. They will set and guide the strategy for all communications, website, fundraising, and public relations messages and collateral to consistently articulate Starfire’s mission and impact. Most importantly, this person will take on the crucial task of developing an organization-wide brand identity. As a senior contributor to the team, this person should be someone who is always thinking ‘how can we do this better?’ and ‘what’s next?’ to bring the Starfire vision to life.
Primary Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Compensation & Benefits:
In addition to a competitive base salary of up to $140,000 (DOE), this opportunity offers a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and a 100% company-matched IRA, 15 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, and 3 paid volunteer days.
To Apply:
Starfire Sports has retained the services of Scion Executive Search, a national executive search firm specializing in mission-driven organization recruitment, to assist in conducting this important search. For immediate consideration, please apply with your resume and cover letter formatted in MS Word via: https://scionstaffing.com/job/9593
Please address applications to:
Chelsea Zimmer, Executive Recruiter
Scion Executive Search
Review of applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will begin immediately and continue on a confidential basis until an appointment is made.
About Our Firm:
Scion Executive Search is a national award-winning executive search firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing hundreds of exceptional leaders to organizations with incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruitment solutions, we seamlessly bridge the gap in interim and executive searches. Our track record and recruitment process has made us one of the top recruitment firms in the nation.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Executive Search Firms and the Best Recruitment Firms in America. Additionally, we have been recognized as a recruitment leader by ClearlyRated, as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times for over ten years running. More information about Scion Executive Search can be found online here.
Scion Executive Search, a division of Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Executive Search proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We believe in following best practices and considering all qualified applicants that apply with us.
About Starfire
Starfire is a nonprofit organization that delivers inclusive, world-class soccer experiences and social programs that inspire, encourage, and empower the community. Starfire’s exceptional campus attracts over 100,000 unique visitors who act as participants and/or spectators in the various programs and events that take place here. Starfire is actively building new non-sports-oriented outreach initiatives to help enrich the lives of the members of our community.
Position Overview:
Reporting to the President and CEO, Starfire is seeking an accomplished Director of Communications and Public Relations who has at least 7 years of communications or public relations experience in a nonprofit entity and a minimum of 3 years in fundraising or grant writing/management. This position is responsible for managing all communication plan activities and building external relationships with the organization’s constituencies. They will set and guide the strategy for all communications, website, fundraising, and public relations messages and collateral to consistently articulate Starfire’s mission and impact. Most importantly, this person will take on the crucial task of developing an organization-wide brand identity. As a senior contributor to the team, this person should be someone who is always thinking ‘how can we do this better?’ and ‘what’s next?’ to bring the Starfire vision to life.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement an integrated, organization-wide strategic communications plan to broaden awareness within the nonprofit sector and Starfire’s brand identity across key stakeholder audiences.
- Create an organizational brand identity to help shape the company’s outward image and raise awareness about what makes Starfire unique within the community.
- Work with the CEO and the board to recognize internal and external communications and execute appropriate strategies to support them.
- Provide the CEO and the board with key messaging opportunities to support community awareness.
- Design and execute a fundraising development strategy that supports and focuses on new and existing partnerships.
- Successfully manage the grant life cycle and identify new opportunities for funding.
- Identify challenges and emerging issues faced by the organization and the community.
- Develop and produce content to engage and educate audiences across various channels, including newsletters, graphics, websites, and social media.
- Lead the generation of online content that engages audience segments and leads to measurable action. Decide who, where, and when to disseminate.
- Continue to build on the State, County, and City relationships
- Develop a brand voice and maintain brand integrity across all platforms.
- Research and collect information and data for content and communications strategy.
- Put communication vehicles in place to create momentum and awareness as well as test the effectiveness of communication activities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit administration, communications, fundraising, public relations, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 7 years of increasing responsibility within the nonprofit sector and considerable experience in communication, public relations, or development position.
- Proven working experience as a brand manager with the ability to develop brand and marketing strategies and communicate those recommendations to the leadership team.
- 3+ years of successful grant writing and fundraising experience.
- Proven success leading campaigns and initiatives around rebranding and community engagement.
- Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to form and maintain positive work relationships.
- Sincere commitment to working collaboratively with all staff, board members, donors, program participants, and other supporters.
- Analytical and creative mind that will aid in identifying and capitalizing upon opportunities for furthering Starfire’s mission and enhancing materials, events, and campaigns with marketing potential.
- Leadership skills to serve as a unifying force and to position communication discussion at both the strategic and tactical levels.
- Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with communications technology, including social media platforms and social media marketing.
- Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial; enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives.
Compensation & Benefits:
In addition to a competitive base salary of up to $140,000 (DOE), this opportunity offers a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and a 100% company-matched IRA, 15 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, and 3 paid volunteer days.
To Apply:
Starfire Sports has retained the services of Scion Executive Search, a national executive search firm specializing in mission-driven organization recruitment, to assist in conducting this important search. For immediate consideration, please apply with your resume and cover letter formatted in MS Word via: https://scionstaffing.com/job/9593
Please address applications to:
Chelsea Zimmer, Executive Recruiter
Scion Executive Search
Review of applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will begin immediately and continue on a confidential basis until an appointment is made.
About Our Firm:
Scion Executive Search is a national award-winning executive search firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing hundreds of exceptional leaders to organizations with incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruitment solutions, we seamlessly bridge the gap in interim and executive searches. Our track record and recruitment process has made us one of the top recruitment firms in the nation.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Executive Search Firms and the Best Recruitment Firms in America. Additionally, we have been recognized as a recruitment leader by ClearlyRated, as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times for over ten years running. More information about Scion Executive Search can be found online here.
Scion Executive Search, a division of Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Executive Search proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We believe in following best practices and considering all qualified applicants that apply with us.
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