Director of Communications
WHO WE ARE
The Road Home was founded in 1923 and has been a leader in ending homelessness for over 100 years. We provide emergency shelters, supportive services, and housing-focused-minded rental assistance that helps individuals and families step out of homelessness and back into the community. We are seeking compassionate and empathetic individuals who are interested in making a difference in the lives of others and their communities.
The Road Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Our mission to help people experiencing homelessness is strengthened by a highly qualified team with a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique strengths.
We welcome applicants from all walks of life who share our passion for ending homelessness, collaboration, and compassion. Together, we can create a supportive environment where every voice is heard, and every person has the opportunity to succeed.
BENEFIT SUMMARY
The Road Home is a 501c3 non-profit social services agency whose mission is to help people step out of homelessness and back into our community.
Come be part of the solution.
We have a robust, reasonably-priced, and inclusive benefits plan for full and part-time employees (25-40 hours/week)
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- HSA, FSA, HRA (We reimburse part of your deductible!)
- Retirement Plan (403B with TRH contribution and match)
- FREE Life Insurance for employees
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 12 Public Holidays)
- One Floating Holiday Per Year
- Free Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Training & Development
- Tuition Assistance for a wide variety of classes!
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying agency
JOB SUMMARY
The Director of Communications serves as a strategic leader responsible for shaping and amplifying the organization’s voice to advance its mission and impact. This role serves as the agency’s chief storyteller and brand steward overseeing both internal and external communications, ensuring that messaging is consistent, inclusive, and aligned with organizational values. The Director’s focus will be communication strategies that engage key partners and the broader community;
strengthen brand identity; and support advocacy, fundraising and program initiatives. This position leads our agency storytelling, media relations and crisis management plan. The ideal candidate works with a steady and guiding hand through times of crisis and change with a steadfast eye on our strategic goals. They care deeply about our mission and value relationships and build trust among our team members and partners.
They excel at turning complex policy, data and public perceptions into accessible narratives and center dignity, facts and solutions. The Director will work closely with the CEO and leadership team and the Board of Directors and closely track the effectiveness of our communications, seek feedback and make nimble and timely adjustments.
* Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
* Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
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* There may be flexibility for occasional remote work with work plan approval from the CEO.*
Headquarters (HQ)
1415 S Main St, SLC UT 84115
Chief Executive Officer
Position StatusFull-Time
ShiftMonday-Friday, 9-5,
Occasional weekend or after-hours work required
Grade 16
Starting salary $94,740
Exempt
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Communications & Brand Leadership:
Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with organizational strategic plan and annual goals.
Update and steward The Road Home’s brand, ensuring consistency across programs, locations, and platforms.
Lead organization wide messaging including shelter resource center and housing programs and outcomes, partnerships, policy issues, and system wide collaboration.
Provide strategic counsel to leadership during emerging issues or sensitive topics.
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