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At United Way of King County, we are working side by side with communities to build an equitable future for everyone. We believe that having staff, volunteers, and supporters that represent diverse backgrounds will allow us to better accomplish our mission. We continue to work diligently to ensure that the field of philanthropy is welcoming to diverse communities. We strive to have a diverse staff and particularly encourage Black, Indigenous and people of color to apply and be part of our team.&nbsp;Our culture fosters collaboration, teamwork, open communication, leadership, integrity, and accountability. &nbsp;&nbsp;Job Summary:The Senior Director of Communications and Marketing leads United Way of King County’s strategy to inform, inspire, and mobilize. Responsible for overseeing the organization’s brand, public presence, and marketing efforts, this role ensures that every communication reflects our mission and values, centers equity, and moves people to act.&nbsp;As a key member of the Engagement Leadership Team and a close advisor to the Chief Philanthropy Officer, the Senior Director plays a critical role in shaping how the organization is perceived—by the public, donors, media, partners, and internal stakeholders. This role drives cross-functional alignment, develops cohesive and forward-thinking communications strategies, and ensures the team delivers best-in-class content, campaigns, and engagement experiences.This position will remain open until filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications submitted within the first two weeks. We encourage interested candidates to apply early. &nbsp;Job video: <a href="https://lmna.io/adbmm" target="_blank">https://lmna.io/adbmm</a>Compensation:<ul><li>The pay range for this job is $134,004 - $141,057/annually.</li><li>Medical, dental, vision and life insurance</li><li>32 days of PTO (including holidays)</li><li>403(b) retirement savings plan</li><li>Subsidized Transit Pass (Orca Card)</li></ul>Essential Duties:Strategic Leadership and Organizational Messaging<ul><li>Lead the development and execution of a long-term communications and marketing strategy that builds brand awareness, drives donor engagement, supports program success, and enhances organizational credibility.&nbsp;</li><li>Articulate a clear, compelling narrative that conveys what United Way of King County does, why it matters, and how people can contribute to meaningful change.&nbsp;</li><li>Translate complex issues and data into accessible, human-centered stories and campaigns.&nbsp;</li><li>Serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to the Chief Philanthropy Officer, CEO, and other senior leaders on matters of reputation, positioning, and crisis communications.&nbsp;</li></ul>Team Leadership and Department Management&nbsp;<ul><li>Supervise and support a team of content creators, marketers, and communications professionals and annual team fundraisers across digital, design, multi-channel giving appeals including online giving and brand functions.&nbsp;</li><li>Set clear goals, develop team capacity, and promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, creativity, and racial equity.&nbsp;</li><li>Champion a shared vision and integrated approach to engagement across the full Engagement Team—working in sync with Annual Fund, Major Gifts, Institutional Giving, Workplace Giving, Storytelling and Events.&nbsp;</li></ul>Integrated Communications and Campaign Execution&nbsp;<ul><li>Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of multi-channel marketing and communications campaigns—including fundraising appeals, advocacy initiatives, community events, and public awareness efforts.&nbsp;</li><li>Lead brand governance and evolution, ensuring consistency in messaging, visual identity, and tone across all platforms and materials.&nbsp;</li><li>Provide creative direction for video, social, web, print, and email content that drives both emotion and action.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage relationships with external vendors, agencies, and media outlets to support campaign amplification and strategic partnerships.&nbsp;</li></ul>Measurement, Optimization, and Budget Oversight&nbsp;<ul><li>Define success metrics and use analytics to evaluate campaign performance, audience engagement, and overall communications effectiveness.&nbsp;</li><li>Continuously optimize messaging and strategy based on data, trends, and community feedback.&nbsp;</li><li>Develop and manage the communications and marketing budget, allocating resources to maximize ROI and impact.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>Education and/or Experience:<ul><li>Demonstrated understanding of social and racial justice and equity, with a proven commitment to apply racial and economic justice lenses in both personal and workplace contexts.</li><li>Lived experience and/or demonstrated professional skills working within a diverse work environment.</li><li>Proven thorough knowledge of marketing communications development, delivery systems, design and communications theory; and print and video production. &nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated leadership, coaching, customer service, and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Proven excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication and skills.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, balance production schedules, and meet deadlines</li><li>Proven competence with Information Systems, the Internet and databases, and solid skills with MS Office.&nbsp;</li><li>Proven strong organizational and analytical skills, editing, design, and art direction skills.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated creativity and problem-solving skills.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated supervisory skills including training, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.</li></ul>Additional Information:United Way of King County is an exceptional workplace that can provide you with:<ul><li>Opportunities to work with smart, passionate, and enthusiastic team members and volunteers.</li><li>Ongoing collaboration with diverse staff and other constituents</li><li>A desirable culture of high-performance expectations and accountability</li><li>Exciting and challenging work</li><li>Opportunities to help solve the community's toughest problems.</li><li>Competitive pay that is commensurate with demonstrated successful performance and experience.</li><li>Many other benefits that we are happy to discuss with you.</li></ul>Application Procedures:Please click here&nbsp;to apply online via the following <a href="https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=40cbdfa2-7e40-4c34-a848-d9f9c7c13663&amp;ccId=19000101_000001&amp;jobId=579026&amp;source=CC2&amp;lang=en_US" target="_blank">link.</a> You will be asked to upload your resume and provide a cover letter as well as complete the United Way of King County application. &nbsp;***Applicants MUST apply at the United Way of King County Career Center to be considered for this position. &nbsp;Click<a href="https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=40cbdfa2-7e40-4c34-a848-d9f9c7c13663&amp;ccId=19000101_000001&amp;lang=en_US&amp;jobId=579026" target="_blank">&nbsp;here</a>&nbsp;to access the Career Center to apply.***

United Way of King County

Sr Director of Marketing and Communications

The Community Engagement and Programs Coordinator is an engaged member of the Community Impact and Engagement Team who is results-oriented and detail focused. The coordinator will support the Manager of Community Engagement to coordinate the community engagement programs and projects, and oversee volunteer service opportunities. The coordinator has a wide range of responsibilities that support United Way's mission through activities and efforts related to fundraising and community impact and engagement. The coordinator is an engaged team member who actively pursues individual and shared fundraising goals. Key performance indicators and goals will be set each year in partnership with the Director.<ul><li>Serve as the volunteer coordinator, manage the volunteer portal, VolunteerConnect, and provide support to end-users.</li><li>Lead the effort to identify, recruit, retain and recognize volunteers.</li><li>Assist the manager with volunteer appreciation activities annually for National Volunteer Month in April.</li><li>Create annual calendar of volunteer service events and outreach opportunities and serve as point for each opportunity. Service opportunities may vary, except for the following that will be held each year: Martin Luther King Jr Day of service, Read Across America, Stamp Out Hunger, Day of Action.</li><li>Assist with annual Day of Caring logistics and volunteer support as directed by manager.</li></ul>Programs &amp; Projects&nbsp;<ul><li>Serve as the coordinator for internal programs including the Clothing for Kids Closet and Little Free Libraries.</li></ul>Clothing for Kids Closets:<ul><li>Ensure clothing and personal hygiene requests are tracked and made available to meet the needs of the students in a timely manner.</li><li>Place orders for items as needed, track inventory in each closet as well as on-site, track expenses and report monthly on budget and specific KPIs to highlight the program usage.</li><li>Coordinate quarterly site visits to closets, meet with administrative representatives at each school to exchange information and develop improvements to the program. Provide frequent communications between visits with administrative reps.</li><li>Coordinate the installation of closets, as needed.</li><li>Coordinate clothing and personal hygiene drives with area businesses, faith-based organizations, schools and civic organizations. Track and report on donations and ensure donors are recognized.</li></ul>Little Free Libraries:<ul><li>manage internal inventory of purchased and donated books</li><li>coordinate monthly delivery of books through Volunteer Connect</li><li>manage library maintenance and repairs in collaboration with community partners and volunteers</li><li>conduct biannual site visits to each library</li><li>In collaboration with the manager and director, strategically plan the installation of new library to bring books to underserved areas in our community.</li><li>Coordinate/schedule volunteers year-round to support all internal programs.&nbsp;</li><li>Serve as the 2-1-1 and SingleCare expert, distributing information to the public and reporting on data to support programs and projects.</li></ul>

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