Director of Communications

Overview

Director of Communications

North American Blueberry Council and U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council

Folsom, CA

Salary: $140,000-$165,000 annually, DOE/DOQ

This position is based in Folsom, CA. While on-site work is preferred, telework arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

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• Develop and lead a highly engaging and dynamic communications program for both organizations to unify and drive the energy and ambition to make blueberries the world’s favorite fruit.
• Plan, direct, and oversee industry engagement and communications directed toward media, consumers, growers, marketers, exporters, importers, retail and food service, trade, distributors, allied industry spokespersons, foreign blueberry organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other members of the management team to develop and execute the communications plan, promotional concepts, campaigns and related work.
• Operate at a director level with an “all-hands-on-deck” approach to accomplishing communications goals.
• Leverage an extensive background in association management communications, marketing programs, public relations, trade media and multi-channel communications with demonstrated results.
• Foster autonomy while leading a creative communications strategy centered around blueberries and supporting the blueberry industry’s global growth and development.

• Dynamic, creative thinker with genuine interest in agriculture, membership development, health, wellness and nutrition.
• Extensive background in association management communications, marketing, public relations, trade media, and multi-channel communications with proven results.
• Strong interpersonal skills, curiosity, tact, exceptional communication, and high emotional intelligence.
• Strong project management abilities and a collaborative approach to working with a management team.
• Background in a similar organization and/or agriculture or related cultural environment is highly desired.

The annual salary range is $140,000-$165,000; salary will be negotiated depending on qualifications and experience. PLUS an attractive benefits package.

For first consideration, apply IMMEDIATELY by completing an application and attaching your cover letter and resume at:

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Interview Process:
Strong candidates will be interviewed as they apply.

Please contact your recruiter, Josette Reina-Luken, with any questions:

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