What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Marketing, Communications, & Business Development position at Frontier Community Resources?
LEAD THE STORY. BUILD THE BRAND. STRENGTHEN SOUTHERN IDAHO.
Frontier Community Resources (FCR) is seeking an innovative, energetic, creative, and relationship-focused professional to serve as our next Director of Marketing, Communications, & Business Development. This is a unique opportunity to join an established and respected economic development organization whose work directly impacts businesses, communities, and families throughout Southern and Southwestern Idaho.
As the organization's chief marketing and communications professional and a member of the management team, you will lead Frontier Community Resources' marketing, communications, public relations, stakeholder engagement, and business development initiatives throughout Southern Idaho. You will help tell the stories behind successful businesses, strengthen relationships with community leaders and financial partners, and elevate the visibility of programs that create jobs, support entrepreneurs, and improve communities.
If you're a strategic thinker who enjoys building connections, developing creative marketing initiatives, and making a lasting community impact, we encourage you to apply.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Marketing, Communications, & Business Development serves as the organization's lead marketing and outreach professional. This position is responsible for developing and implementing strategies that increase awareness of Frontier Community Resources, strengthen stakeholder relationships, expand program utilization, and enhance the organization's reputation throughout southern Idaho. The Director works collaboratively with staff, board members, lending partners, community leaders, and economic development organizations to advance the mission and strategic priorities of Frontier Community Resources.
WHAT YOU'LL LEAD
Strategic Marketing & Brand Management
· Develop and implement a comprehensive organization-wide marketing and communications strategy.
· Serve as the steward of the Frontier Community Resources brand.
· Ensure messaging is clear, consistent, and aligned across all programs and initiatives.
· Identify new opportunities to increase visibility, engagement, and organizational impact.
Digital Marketing & Communications
· Manage website content, digital marketing campaigns, and social media platforms.
· Create compelling content that educates, informs, and inspires stakeholders.
· Develop newsletters, marketing collateral, annual reports, and promotional materials.
· Monitor performance metrics and utilize data to improve results.
Public Relations & Storytelling
· Develop success stories and impact reports.
· Create brochures, presentations, advertisements, and promotional materials.
· Coordinate public relations and media outreach efforts.
· Produce content that highlights our clients, communities, and organizational impact.
Community Relations & Business Development
· Represent Frontier Community Resources at community events, conferences, chamber meetings, and economic development activities.
· Develop productive relationships with lenders, business leaders, elected officials, economic development professionals, and community stakeholders.
· Support efforts to expand utilization of organizational programs and services.
Organizational Leadership
· Serve as a member of the management team.
· Collaborate with leadership to support strategic planning and organizational growth.
· Recommend innovative approaches that strengthen the organization's long-term sustainability and impact.
QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate will be:
· A strategic thinker who sees both opportunities and solutions.
· An exceptional communicator who can connect with diverse audiences.
· A relationship builder who thrives in community-facing environments.
· A self-starter who can manage multiple priorities effectively.
· Passionate about economic development, entrepreneurship, and community impact.
Minimum Qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
· Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in marketing, communications, business development, public relations, or a related field.
· Demonstrated experience developing and implementing strategic marketing initiatives.
· Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
· Strong presentation and public speaking abilities.
· Experience with digital marketing, website management, social media platforms, email marketing, and content creation.
· Strong organizational and project management skills.
· Ability to travel regularly throughout Southern and Southwestern Idaho.
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience in economic development, community development, financial services, banking, lending, or nonprofit leadership.
· Experience working with boards of directors, elected officials, or community stakeholders.
· Graphic design, photography, video production, and storytelling experience.
· Experience with CRM and marketing automation platforms.
· Knowledge of SBA loan programs and economic development financing tools.
APPLY TODAY
Submit your cover letter, resume, and professional references to:
Attention: Director of Marketing, Communications, & Business Development Position
Jeff McCurdy, President
jmccurdy@csi.edu
Frontier Community Resources
(208) 732-5727 Ext. 3010
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Frontier Community Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,000 - $80,000