The Communications Manager is a full-time position reporting directly to the Operations Manager. The Communications Manager is responsible for marketing and publicity for Fort Walla Walla Museum. Please apply with a cover letter, resume, and three references sent to katy@fwwm.org.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create comprehensive marketing plan and strategies and draft effective budget as reviewed with the Executive Director, to support and implement plan
• Oversee communications activities including website, social media and digital reader board, newsletter, news releases, and advertisements.
• Prepare and submit regular Museum media releases. Edit and provide input for submission, media releases prepared by other staff and submit when needed
• Design and produce promotional materials relevant to marketing and publicity, such as posters, rack cards, table tents and banners
• Provide editing, proofing and production as needed for general Museum reports, written materials, text, grant writings, including working with administrative staff assembling quarterly and annual reports for publication
• Promote Museum at on-site and off-site events through presence and use of promotional materials
• Work with staff in coordination and development of special events hosted by the Museum
• Assist Executive Director in developing and seeking funding sources to support marketing plan
• Independently coordinate projects and ongoing functions as assigned by Operations Manager
• Track sponsorship benefits
• Maintain and increase email contact list and membership database
• Maintain photo log of Museum event to use in promotional materials
• Collaborate with other staff members to design and execute exhibit signage and special document design
• Perform other duties as requested by the Executive Director

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong verbal and written communication,
• Time management and organizational skills,
• Excellent editing, proofreading and computer skills including MS Office Suite including Publisher, Photoshop, and InDesign,
• Proven experience at managing multiple tasks effectively,
• Capacity to work effectively and congenially with staff, volunteers and visitors,
• Ability to follow directions, determine priorities and complete tasks on time,
• Skill in graphic design/photography

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution,
• interest and enthusiasm in preserving and sharing local heritage,
• computer network management & computer troubleshooting skills,
• fluency in Spanish

BENEFITS:

• Two weeks of paid time off annually
• 3% matching on a SimpleIRA.
• A quarterly wellness bonus of $250

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person