Job Description

 

 

Imagine having the opportunity to create a meaningful employment experience, one that meets your career goals and your desire to do socially responsible work.

What type of organization would you choose?

 

For over 100 years, Girl Scouts has empowered girls to develop the skills and confidence to succeed in life. Our inclusive programs cover arts, entrepreneurship, the outdoors, STEM, and more, helping girls discover their strengths and embrace leadership. Through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, girls build a positive value system, form healthy relationships, and take action to make the world a better place.

The Marketing and Communications Director develops and executes marketing and communications objectives and strategies to advance the Girl Scout brand locally and support the Council’s strategic priorities within the framework of Council policies, standards, goals, objectives and budget. Responsible for managing all internal and external marketing and communications throughout the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following and other duties as assigned.

• Supervises: Communications Manager, Visual Brand Manager and Communications Specialist
• In consultation with the chief external affairs officer, develop and manage Council’s annual marketing and communications plan and corresponding strategies to advance the Girl Scout brand locally; support girl, volunteer and donor recruitment and retention; increase program engagement and participation; and generate goodwill within the community
• Develop relationship with key Council staff to foster collaboration, offer appropriate marketing and communications leadership and support, and ensure consistent messaging throughout the organization
• Develop, implement and monitor media relations strategies to maximize positive exposure in local markets; strengthen Council’s relationships with key members of the media
• Develop social media growth and reach strategies and provide direct oversight of Council’s social media activity
• Ensure marketing and communications work aligns with brand, industry and quality standards
• Manage brand, media and crisis-related training for staff, girls and volunteers as appropriate 
• Work in close partnership with the Senior Leadership Team to provide public relations counsel, insight and media strategies that will help build brand awareness and manage crises
• Evaluate and maintain reporting for key performance metrics to assess department’s effectiveness and monitor brand reach; produce monthly, quarterly and on demand reports
• Ensure editorial, photography and videography coverage of key Council programs and events
• Plan and manage department budget
• Serve as department liaison to secure resources, tools and information from GSUSA  
• Assist chief external affairs officer with advocacy and community affairs; coordinate Council presence at community events; represent Council within the community as needed
• Serve as staff liaison of appropriate Council committees related to communications
• Attend Council programs as department representative as requested

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience; 1–2 years related experience/training.
• 5+ years of management experience.
• 5–7 years of experience in writing, editing, design, multimedia production, and budget management.
• Strong media relations knowledge, including pitching, press releases, media events, and performance measurement.
• Ability to work from home with reliable internet and a distraction-free, ergonomic workspace.
• Advanced reading, writing, and presentation skills for complex and sensitive topics.
• Strong math skills, including algebra, geometry, calculus, and statistical theory.
• Problem-solving skills for abstract and practical challenges; ability to interpret varied instructions and symbolic data.
• Proficient with office and multimedia equipment (computers, cameras, video editing, sound boards, etc.).
• Valid Texas driver’s license and proof of insurance.

Benefits:  We appreciate your dedication and offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, HSA and FSA options, short and long-term disability coverage, life and AD&D insurance, educational assistance, commuter benefits, paid time off, company holidays, and more. Join our collaborative and creative team, where you can learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact on our success.

 

Sisterhood and Belonging Statement: Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council fosters belonging and respect for all girls. We empower all girls, volunteers and staff to fulfill their potential and make the world a better place. Our Girl Scout Promise drives us to provide experiences where all girls, volunteers and staff are confident they belong. We stand firm in these commitments and united by these ideals.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees are subject to indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. Activities occur both inside and outside and the employee is subject to both environmental conditions. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate; however, it can become loud when working outside. Employee may be required to work from home in certain circumstances.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to balance, crouch, stand, walk, lift, work with fingers, grasp, talk, hear and perform repetitive motions. Ability to perform light work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Heavy visual acuity required to perform such activities as preparing and analyzing data and figures, using computer, extensive reading and proofing.

Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council is a 501c nonprofit organization.

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Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Local area, Work from home,

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