External Affairs Director

Company Overview & Mission

Sierra Donor Services - New Mexico (SDS) is a leader in organ and tissue donation, operating in California, New Mexico, and Tennessee. Our mission is to save lives through donation and we strive to maintain strong ties with local communities. We are dedicated to fairness, belonging, and forward-thinking.

Key Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains relationships with groups and organizations to raise awareness of organ and tissue donation.
• Expands donation awareness through advertising, public relations, digital, and social media efforts.
• Partners with community groups to promote donation and establish a presence.
• Represents the organization in community development activities and initiatives.
• Legislatively represents and protects organization interests by working with government entities.
• Develops key relationships with government and legislative leaders.
• Maintains excellent working relationships with government leaders and monitors legislative and regulatory activities.
• Collaborates with senior leadership and the OPO community on local, state, and federal regulations.
• Contributes to web and social media content and manages the Public Education Staff.
• Serves as a point of contact for community service organizations, legislative staff, and business leaders.
• Supports senior leaders with talking points, background details, and crisis communications.
• Maintains current knowledge of the donation and transplantation industry and communicates effectively with stakeholders.

The Ideal Candidate

• Ability to communicate with diverse audiences, manage projects, and develop new skills.
• Demonstrated experience with word processing, email, internet searches, database, and presentation software.
• Experience with Salesforce is a plus.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience; Masters Degree preferred.
• Eight (8) years in marketing and communication with experience managing projects and employees.

What We Offer

• Up to 184 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) in the first year.
• Up to 72 hours of Sick Time in the first year.
• Two Medical Plans (PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution.
• Company-provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
• Wellness Program.
• Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability.
• Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance.
• Cell phone discounts through Verizon.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with ability to pass MVR underwriting requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including up to 184 hours of PTO and 72 hours of Sick Time in the first year.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution.
• Term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
• Wellness Program.
• Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability.
• Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance.
• Cell phone discounts through Verizon.

Application Information

• Submit your application online.
• Complete a video screening within 5 days of submitting your application.
• DCIDS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.