Marketing Communications Manager

Communications and Marketing Manager

Hazelnut Industry Office – Wilsonville, Oregon
Full-time | Salary: $65,000–$75,000 annually depending on experience

Position Overview

The Hazelnut Industry Office is seeking a Communications and Marketing Manager to support communications, outreach, and marketing activities for the Pacific Northwest hazelnut industry. This position operates in a fast-paced and growing agricultural sector and plays an important role in communicating with growers, handlers, researchers, and industry partners.

Working closely with the Executive Director, this role helps inform industry stakeholders, manage communications across multiple channels, and identify opportunities to strengthen the visibility and reputation of Oregon hazelnuts and the work of the organizations the office supports.

This is an execution-focused professional role suited to candidates who are comfortable working independently, managing multiple communications channels, and producing polished written materials with minimal supervision. The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a professional environment that supports multiple industry organizations and governing boards.

The position also supports the development and execution of marketing and promotional initiatives designed to strengthen the visibility of Oregon hazelnuts and the broader industry. This includes coordinating with and overseeing the work of approved external contractors and service providers supporting communications, marketing, and promotional activities.

This position is based in Wilsonville, Oregon and requires regular in-office presence.

Key Responsibilities

The Communications and Marketing Manager is responsible for producing clear, accurate, and timely communications that support the work of the Hazelnut Industry Office and its affiliated organizations.

Responsibilities include:

• Drafting and distributing newsletters, announcements, reports, and routine communications to industry stakeholders.
• Maintaining and updating website content and digital communications platforms.
• Developing grower-facing materials including handbook content, informational documents, and industry guidance materials.
• Preparing communications and materials supporting meetings, conferences, and industry events.
• Creating engaging content including articles, press releases, social media updates, and promotional materials.
• Supporting marketing and promotional initiatives that strengthen awareness and engagement around Oregon hazelnuts.
• Monitoring industry trends, media coverage, and stakeholder interests to identify communication opportunities.
• Managing media inquiries and supporting media outreach when appropriate.
• Proofreading and editing communication materials to ensure clarity, accuracy, and professional quality.
• Maintaining organized records of communications materials, media contacts, and outreach efforts.
• Supporting the development and execution of marketing and promotional programs that raise the profile of Oregon hazelnuts and industry activities.
• Coordinating with and overseeing approved external contractors and vendors supporting communications, design, digital content, or marketing initiatives.
• Tracking timelines, deliverables, and communications materials produced through external contractors.
• Working closely with the Executive Director to ensure messaging reflects current priorities and complies with applicable policies and funding requirements.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will demonstrate strong communications capability and the ability to work independently in a professional, multi-stakeholder environment.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, or a related field.
• Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to produce clear, professional content across multiple formats.
• Familiarity with AP style or comparable editorial standards.
• Strong verbal communication skills and comfort interacting with diverse audiences.
• Experience managing digital communications including websites and social media platforms.
• Ability to research industry trends, audience insights, and communications opportunities.
• Experience managing media relations or working with journalists is beneficial.
• Proficiency in editing, proofreading, and content management tools.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience coordinating vendors, contractors, or creative service providers.
• Experience working in nonprofit, association, agriculture, or regulated environments is helpful but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or a related field preferred.

Applicants should be prepared to briefly describe communications projects or publications they have been responsible for producing (for example newsletters, reports, website content, or similar materials).

About the Organization

The Hazelnut Industry Office supports several affiliated organizations representing the hazelnut industry in the Pacific Northwest. The office works closely with growers, handlers, researchers, and industry partners to support communications, research, promotion, and industry initiatives.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the center of a growing agricultural sector while helping inform industry stakeholders and support communications that strengthen the long-term success and visibility of Oregon hazelnuts.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000