JOB SUMMARY

Company: Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce

Location: Springfield, Oregon

Position: Marketing Communications Manager

Job Type: Full Time, Exempt; 40 hours per week

Office Hours: Mon-Fri from 8:30am-5:00pm

Salary: $2,000 - $2,166.67 semi-monthly ($48,000 - $52,000 annual salary)

Benefits: Employer-covered Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance; Retirement plan and employer-match; Generous PTO plus 8 paid holidays annually.

ABOUT US: Serving over 720 businesses in the Southern Willamette Valley, the Chamber is committed to building and maintaining a vibrant economy for the benefit of our members, the regional economy, and the community at large. The Chamber is an independent association of businesses, funded by businesses for businesses. Our workplace culture is centered on core values and trust. We're a collaborative team of professionals whose diverse backgrounds, competencies, and talents are connected through our common purpose. Our work is multi-faceted; keeping our members informed, giving business a voice, growing tomorrow's leaders, and making business better for all.

VISION: A welcoming community known for its courageous leadership, flourishing economy, and quality of place.

MISSION: Fostering a prosperous community by strengthening, representing, and promoting business

VALUES: Model Excellence, Embody Innovation, Demonstrate Integrity, Practice Stewardship, Deliver a Welcoming Experience

If business, people, and community spark your interest; if you find reward in strengthening a values-based brand identity, composing compelling content, and developing eye-catching digital campaigns; if you are eager to apply your talents to enhance, grow, and build the Chamber's brand voice and business objectives, we'd love to talk with you about this opportunity.

Position Description

We are seeking a Marketing Communications Manager to develop and manage strategies that help preserve and elevate the Chamber's brand identity and to create campaigns, content and other initiatives to promote the Chamber's programs, services, and benefits. Collaboratively develop and design digital and print marketing and communications pieces in support of the Chamber's strategic plan and vision; Provide program and event logistical marketing and communications-related support; Manage chamber advertising, marketing, and communications budget; develop and manage digital communication assets, platforms, and content in collaboration with other team members.

Attributes: We provide a values-centered work culture and seek candidates who will thrive in and contribute to a positive workplace environment. Integrity, reliability, professionalism, creativity, empathy, self-driven, inclusive, and solutions-oriented optimism are attributes we're looking for.

Previous Experience, Education, Knowledge: Strong understanding of brand identity, voice, and management principles; Knowledge or experience developing brand style guides; Strong graphic design skills and understanding of typography, use of color, and image. Multi-lingual or multi-cultural business environment background a plus; College level degree in business-related field or proven success developing and designing marketing, promotional, and communication digital and print content in support of sales, events, or membership association organizations.

Professional Skills and Abilities: High performing professional approach to work; Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills; Attention to detail when editing, writing copy, proofing communications; Receptive and responsive to constructive feedback; Ability to organize and manage projects with shifting priorities and deadlines; Work well in teams and take lead when necessary; Ability to communicate complex ideas in simple messages; Enthusiastic, positive and reliable work ethic.

Technical Skills: Experience managing digital and social media platforms, design software, presentation software; Knowledge and interest in developing online communication strategies. Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe CC (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere), PowerPoint, email software (Constant Contact, Google Analytics, Chamber Master); Photography and social media software skills a big plus.

Working Conditions: This position is located in Springfield, OR and requires the individual reside within reasonable commuting distance to town. Work is performed primarily in an office environment with accommodations for remote work and scheduling flexibility. The position requires some time spent outside the office on Chamber-related business, networking, trainings, and events.

Physical Requirements: Sitting or standing continuously for periods of four hours, communicate verbally, communicate in writing, faculty of seeing and hearing, operate keyboard. Lifting and carrying usually not to exceed 20 pounds.

Cognitive Requirements: Interpersonal interactions, problem solving, analyzing/evaluating, decision-making, discretion/confidentiality, math skills, teamwork, read/write/speak English, creativity, task handling and organizing skills.

Transportation & Mileage Reimbursement: Reliable source of transportation required. Most travel will note exceed 15 miles one way. Mileage reimbursement is provided.

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