Communications and Marketing Director

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Communications and Marketing Director for a large, mission-driven public service organization dedicated to community engagement, access to information, and inclusive public programs. This is a Temp-to-Hire onsite role based in Vancouver, Washington.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Communications and Marketing Director will provide interim leadership for all communications, marketing, and public relations efforts across the organization. This role blends strategic oversight with hands-on execution, guiding both internal communications and external messaging.

This leader will act as a key advisor to executive leadership, serve as the organization’s primary media spokesperson, and oversee a wide range of initiatives including branding, campaigns, public engagement, and high-visibility communications.

PERKS:

• Competitive pay at $65–$75/hour DOE
• Opportunity to lead high-visibility, community-focused initiatives
• Collaborative, mission-driven team culture
• Meaningful work supporting public access, education, and community engagement
• Stable, well-funded public sector environment

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and execute organization-wide communications and marketing strategy, including short- and long-term planning
• Serve as primary media contact and spokesperson, managing media relations and public messaging
• Oversee branding, campaigns, publications, website content, and social media strategy
• Direct and mentor communications and graphics staff; oversee cross-functional workgroups
• Manage crisis communications and ensure timely, accurate dissemination of public information
• Support executive leadership with strategic messaging, presentations, and public-facing communications
• Oversee development of key materials including reports, newsletters, presentations, and digital content
• Conduct market research and performance analysis to guide strategy and improve engagement
• Lead or support community engagement initiatives, events, and public information campaigns
• Participate in executive leadership discussions, planning, and organizational decision-making

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5–8 years of progressive experience in communications, marketing, or public affairs
• Proven experience in media relations and crisis communications
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic communications plans
• Experience managing teams and cross-functional collaboration
• Strong writing, storytelling, and public engagement skills
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public administration, or related field required (Master’s preferred)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This Temp-to-Hire position offers a competitive hourly rate of $65–$75/hour DOE. As a temporary assignment, this role provides the opportunity to contribute at a senior leadership level within a mission-driven organization while gaining valuable experience in high-impact communications and public engagement work.

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:

Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.

Pay: $65.00 - $75.00 per hour

Ability to Commute:

• Vancouver, WA 98661 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65 - $75