Communications & Culture Manager

Overview

Sound Credit Union is seeking a Communications & Culture Manager to join our team. If you have a passion for employee communication and engagement, this position offers a welcoming environment with opportunities for professional growth, community involvement, and competitive benefits to support employee wellbeing.

Your Compensation: Our pay ranges are designed to accommodate candidates with various levels of skill and experience and to provide room for growth. The target salary range for this position is $107,200 - $134,000, depending on previous experience and education. The full salary range is $107,200 - $160,800.

Why Work with Us: We stand by our purpose to support our members, employees, and communities through all waves of life. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every voice is heard and valued. Learn more about our company culture on our career page.

• 100% employer paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, and disability for yourself and more than 70% for dependents.
• 401k match dollar for dollar up to 4% – plus an additional discretionary profit share.
• Four weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued annually, with increases over tenure.
• Up to 40 hours of employer paid Work/Life Balance time, awarded annually.
• 10 employer paid Federal Holidays every year.
• Up to a 10% annual bonus when the Credit Union meets its goals, paid each November.
• Up to $50/month gym/lifestyle reimbursement.
• Up to $5,000/year Tuition Assistance Program.
• Incentives for multilingual speakers.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Virtual Behavioral & Mental Health Services.
• Free and/or discounted banking services and loans.
• Employee Charitable Matching Program.
• Free ORCA pass.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic design and execution of internal communications that connect employees to the organization s strategy, values, and priorities.
• Design and implement change management plans for major organizational initiatives.
• Lead the design and delivery of strategies that enhance employee experience throughout the lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding.

• 3+ years  experience in member experience, internal communications, culture or HR-related role required.
• Management or demonstrated experience in a leadership position required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor s degree in Communications, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

• Must be bondable.
• Employer sponsorship to secure or maintain employment authorization is not available.

Hybrid schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Occasional evening and weekend work may be needed as business needs dictate. This position works 40+ hours per week. You may have the ability to combine in-person and remote work.

Sound Credit Union was founded in 1940 and is one of Washington State s largest credit unions with 26 full-service branches in the Puget Sound region. We live by our Guiding Principles of Make a Connection, Be a Champion, and Doing the Right Thing for our members, employees, and community. Visit our website at:  to apply.

Sound Credit Union is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer that values and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences each person brings to our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, disability, age or any other protected status. We believe our differences make us stronger and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.