Marketing & Communications Manager

About the role

The Humane Society of Central Oregon is seeking a Marketing & Communications Manager to connect the community with the animals and people they serve. Located in Bend, known for its scenic beauty and outdoor activities, the position involves storytelling and strategic communication to raise awareness and funds.

Responsibilities

• Develop communications plans supporting fundraising, events, adoptions, and community engagement.
• Lead content across email, website, social, print, and media - elevating impact stories that honor the dignity of animals, clients, donors, and volunteers.
• Own website, email, and social strategy; use analytics to strengthen engagement and fundraising.
• Serve as one of HSCO's spokespeople: give interviews, represent us at community events, manage media relationships, and draft releases and crisis communications.

Requirements

• Four to six years in communications, marketing, PR, or journalism; preference for nonprofit work in these areas.
• Strong writing, editing, and project management across channels.
• Congfident public speaking - comfortable with interviews and presentations.
• Proficiency with email platforms, CMS, social media, analytics, and design tools.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience; valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Curious about data, calm under pressure, happiest building rather than maintaining, and as comfortable in front of people as behind a keyboard.

Skills

• Photography or video skills.
• WordPress, donor CRMs, GA4, or A/B testing.

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $55,800 to $64,000 per year, depending on experience.
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Simple IRA retirement plan with a 3% employer match.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Significantly discounted veterinary care for employee pets.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Relocation assistance may be available for exceptional candidates.

Pay

$55,800 to $64,000 per year, depending on experience.

Schedule

Full-time, exempt, on-site in Bend. Some evenings and weekends for events and urgent needs.