Communications Manger

The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is seeking a full-time Communications Manager to be a lead brand storyteller who will develop and implement communications plans that promote OMSI's brand and strategic priorities. This role will make cross departmental connections to develop stories and inform audiences about various projects, events, fundraising campaigns, and initiatives that OMSI is working on, and bring OMSI's mission and vision to life through stories that can be tailored to and shared across various platforms.

The Communications Manager will develop and implement media events to inform key audiences, and will assist with crisis communications and sensitive issues on an as-needed basis. This role interacts with senior management, OMSI staff, news media, outside organizations and the general public for the purpose of enhancing OMSI's brand, increasing participation in OMSI activities, supporting strategic fundraising efforts, and helping fulfill the organization's mission.

Qualified candidates will have, but not limited to:

• Academic degree in an industry related to Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, or similar, or equivalent non-academic experience
• Portfolio and/or writing samples that demonstrate skills and talents
• Minimum of 5 years cumulative experience-with increasing responsibility-as follows:
• • Documented communications expertise that engages audiences from all education levels and backgrounds in a strategic and thoughtful way. Written pieces focused on producing engaging content of varying formats and mediums;
  • Foundational marketing experience, with an emphasis on understanding how targeted messaging can drive conversions and the ability to translate stories to different mediums.
• Developed knowledge and ability to implement public relations campaigns, pitch to media, and plan media events and the development of press releases/media kits
• Strong understanding, knowledge, and skills in writing content that engages diverse stakeholders, with an emphasis on advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through a racial equity lens

The Communications Manager has an annual pay of $74,622.87, and is eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 2 weeks of vacation per year with no waiting period. Hours carry over year to year up to 200 hours;
• 2 weeks of sick time per year with no waiting period. Hours carry over year to year up to 520 hours;
• 12 Personal / Cultural Days (PTO) per year;
• Multiple health plans to choose from with employee premiums paid 86% by OMSI
• 403b Retirement with employer match eligibility;
• Free annual OMSI Family Plus Membership ($175 annual value);
• Reciprocal Employee Attractions Pass - valid for unlimited free general admission for two at 31 Oregon cultural attractions;
• Discounts on summer programs for employee's children.