Director of Marketing & Communications

Sea Colony Recreational Bethany Beach, DE 19930, USA Description Position Overview The Director of Marketing and Communications is responsible for leading all communications and marketing efforts for a homeowner's association resort community. This role focuses on enhancing resident experience, elevating brand awareness, and promoting the community’s lifestyle to guests and homeowners. The Director ensures transparent, consistent communication between the Board, residents, and external audiences while preserving the community’s brand and reputation. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & HOA Alignment Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy aligned with the Board’s goals and community vision Advise community leadership on communication best practices, messaging, and resident engagement strategies Ensure transparency, clarity, and timeliness in all communications Maintain a strong, consistent brand that reflects the community’s lifestyle and values Resident Communications & Engagement Oversee all resident communications, including newsletters, email updates, website content, and announcements Simplify and communicate community policies, governance updates, and community initiatives Enhance resident engagement through storytelling, lifestyle content, and community highlights Manage communication related to meetings, elections, assessments, and compliance updates Marketing & Community Promotion Promote the community as a desirable place to live and visit Develop marketing materials showcasing amenities, lifestyle, and community value benefits Maintain website and social media channels with a focus on both resident and guest audiences Reputation & Public Relations Protect and enhance the community’s reputation through consistent messaging and proactive communication Manage external communications with local media, partners, and neighboring communities when needed Handle sensitive communications and support crisis response (e.g., weather events, safety issues, governance concerns) Events & Lifestyle Programming Promotion Promote community-sponsored events, clubs, and programs Partner with property management and committees to increase participation and satisfaction Highlight community culture, lifestyle, and resident stories to strengthen sense of belonging Oversee content strategy across all platforms, ensuring relevance and engagement and that captures the lifestyle and experience of the resort community Manage website as a central communication hub for residents and visitors Utilize analytics to improve communication effectiveness and engagement Governance & Compliance Communication Ensure all communications align with community bylaws, policies, and legal considerations Support clear and compliant messaging related to rules, guidelines, and assessments Collaborate with legal counsel or management as needed for sensitive or regulated communications Budget & Performance Management Develop and manage the marketing and communications budget Track engagement metrics (email open rates, event participation, website usage)Evaluate effectiveness of communication strategies and adjust accordingly Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field 8–10+ years of experience in communications, preferably in community associations, hospitality, or property management Experience working with HOA boards, governance structures, or member-based organizations strongly preferred Strong understanding of community branding and resident engagement strategies Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills Key Skills Resident engagement and community-building Strategic messaging and brand management Crisis and sensitive communication handling Digital content and communication platforms Organization and diplomacy Based onsite or hybrid within the community Regular interaction with HOA board members, residents, and committees Occasional evening or weekend hours for board meetings and community events Collaborative work with property management and service providers Success Measures High resident satisfaction and engagement levels Clear, timely, and effective HOA communications Strong engagement across digital and social platforms Strong community reputation and brand perception Increased participation in events and initiatives Benefits & Other Compensation: This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms: HealthcareBenefits– Medical,Dental, andVision coverage RetirementBenefits –401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older) Time Off – Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company’s discretion. 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