Marketing Communications Specialist jobs in Washington

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Communications and Marketing Specialist

Terms: Regular full-time position (40 hrs/week), with benefits
Salary: $54,000 - $64,000 annually
Priority deadline: Initial review of applications will begin September 12, 2022. Applications accepted
until position is filled.

Position Summary
The Communications and Marketing Specialist oversees Snohomish Conservation District’s messaging
and communication strategies. This role engages the community and encourages conservation through
written and digital content such as social media, newsletters, press releases, and strategic events. The
position is part of the Education and Outreach Team which provides education, outreach, and
communications support to all District programs – including Agriculture, Habitat, Community
Conservation, and District Operations. This position will report to the Education and Outreach Program
Manager.

About the Snohomish Conservation District
One of 45 Conservation Districts in the State of Washington, the Snohomish Conservation District is a
leader among peers with robust agricultural resilience, habitat restoration, urban stormwater, farm
planning, youth education, and community engagement programs. The District works with farmers, city
residents, and rural and suburban landowners on a collaborative and voluntary basis throughout our
service area that includes most of Snohomish County and Camano Island. We take the mission of the
District to heart - “work cooperatively with others to promote and encourage conservation and
responsible use of natural resources” - as we implement successful and innovative approaches to
getting real work done on-the-ground.

Primary Job Responsibilities
These are illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not
exclude them if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The Communications
and Marketing Specialist will lead the following tasks:

• Write and edit content for print and electronic communications, including newsletters, blog

• Develop, implement, and oversee messaging strategies and marketing campaigns to increase

• Oversee conformity to standards of style and quality in all communications, outreach, and

• Maintain social media platforms, including producing and scheduling content and evaluating

• Manage print and digital promotion of outreach events and programs.
• Support community outreach events, assisting with registration, coordinating with event

Job Qualifications
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, journalism, marketing, or related field, or

• At least three years of professional experience in marketing, communications, or a related field
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Experience overseeing cohesive communications and branding
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with a diversity of audiences
• Experience managing content for social media platforms
• Knowledge of and experience with social or targeted marketing
  

Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Master’s degree in communications, English, journalism, marketing, public affairs, or related

• Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following topics: watersheds, habitat

• Experience writing, editing, and managing grants, contracts, and other funding awards

• Sit or stand for long periods of time in a standard workday.
• Drive a District vehicle when travel is needed. Must hold a valid, unrestricted Washington State

and providing documentation of vaccination status.

Benefits
The District offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid holidays and leave time, low
premium medical, dental, life, and LTD insurance through Washington State PEBB, and participation in
the State of Washington Retirement System (PERS, DCP).

Work Location
The position will work out of our Lake Stevens office with the option to work remotely part or most of
the time. Some essential functions of this position require in-office or on-site work at specific times.

Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please submit the following materials via our website at
https://snohomishcd.org/employment:

• Cover letter stating why you are interested in this position
• CV or resume detailing your related experience
• 1-2 page writing sample
  

If you have questions about applying or need accommodation during the application process, contact
Sarah Jones at sjones@snohomishcd.org or (360) 722-2679.

Applications will be reviewed beginning September 12, 2022. Position open until filled.

We strive to work in partnership with all, to provide equitable and accessible programming on a
nondiscriminatory basis, and to continually improve how we do so. All programs and services of the
Snohomish Conservation District are offered on a nondiscriminatory basis, without regard to race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age,
disability, or genetic information.