Marketing and Communications Director

Believing that our people deserve the best, the YMCA offers exceptional wage and benefits package. Our featured benefits package determined by your employment status and tenure with the organization includes:

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Funded Retirement Plan
• Subsidized Child Care
• YMCA Facility Access Discounted Program Fees

The Marketing and Communications Director plans, organizes, directs and evaluates all communication functions to achieve and maintain favorable public awareness and support of the YMCA of the Suncoast. This position serves as the key liaison with our partner, the Tampa Metropolitan YMCA communications team. This position works closely with all operating units and departments to manage the intake of all project requests and the Tampa Metropolitan YMCA Communications Department to ensure timely production of materials, print collateral and any needed website updates.

Leads the effort for social media for YMCA of the Suncoast, including all operating units, association pages, and others as directed by supervisor. Provide written communication for materials, including monthly newsletters, CEO correspondence, crisis communication, and other general messaging.

Bachelor's Degree in advertising, communications, graphic design, and marketing or equivalent required with a minimum of three years of experience in a department of multiple staff or where a high degree of influence was required.

Must meet the YMCA of the Suncoast driving criteria. Y-USA Leader, Team leader, Multi-Team Leader, or Organizational Leader Certification is a plus. Experience with project management tools is required, and proficiency in using CS6 and content software is preferred.

Must be able to sit for extended periods of time as well as squat, stoop, or bend into awkward positions. Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds

Must be able to work with others and multitask. Must be able to manage and cultivate relationships and have a high level of emotional maturity.

Must have strong communication and presentation skills, including written and verbal. Must have strong organization and design skills.