Marketing and Communications Manager

Help tell the story of respiratory care through marketing and communications.

Are you an organized, creative communicator who understands nonprofit and association marketing? The American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) is seeking a Marketing and Communications Manager to support campaigns, digital content, member communications, multimedia projects, awards programs, and analytics that promote AARC, its educational products, meetings, and the respiratory care profession.
About AARC

Founded in 1947, AARC is the premier professional association supporting more than 41,000 respiratory therapists nationwide. We are a mission-driven organization committed to advancing respiratory care through education, advocacy, research, and professional development.
What You'll Do

• Build and support member e-newsletters, including AARC News, RC Buzz, Specialty Sections, Career News, and other emails as needed.
• Write targeted content for news stories, emails, websites, marketing campaigns, and member communications that capture attention and inspire action.
• Collaborate with Membership, Education, Business Development, Meetings, and other departments to ensure content is accurate, timely, consistent, and aligned with AARC goals.
• Create and update outreach toolkits, email templates, marketing lists, reports, and campaign materials.
• Post content and promotions in our online community AARConnect to engage members and share important announcements.
• Assist with developing website content, including posting and editing stories, images, and general content.
• Support multimedia projects, including video content development, podcast production, and promotion.
• Help manage AARC awards programs, advertising deliverables, sponsor-related project details, and outside meeting exhibit coordination.
• Track email performance, attend required meetings and events, and complete other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field.
• Three to five years of professional association or nonprofit experience required; healthcare organization experience preferred.
• Creative thinker and strong writer with the ability to develop compelling, clear, and action-oriented content.
• Practical understanding of communications and marketing best practices, AP style, brand standards, SEO, web publishing, and WordPress or similar platforms.
• Strong project management, customer service, problem-solving, and organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapt to change, take initiative, and collaborate across departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including SharePoint/OneDrive, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, AMS/CRM systems, simple video editing software, Asana or other project management tools, and Informz/Higher Logic or similar marketing email automation platforms are all a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to elevate the visibility of respiratory care through meaningful marketing, communications, and member engagement.
• Supportive, mission-driven team culture with opportunities to contribute creative ideas and high-impact communications.
• Salary range of $54,000-$57,000, depending on experience.
• Hybrid work schedule (in office 2 days, remote 3 days) if located in the Dallas, TX area or fully remote.
• Paid time off includes ample vacation, sick, and personal hours plus 12 paid holidays.
• Office closed between Christmas and New Year's (paid time).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with a substantial portion of the premium paid for by AARC.
• Health Savings Account - AARC contributes half of the annual contribution limit.
• 401k plan including up to an 8% employer contribution.
• Employer paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Ready to Help Advance Respiratory Care?

Submit your resume and cover letter by clicking the apply button.

Please note that, due to compliance requirements, we are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in California. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and reside in a state other than California or be willing to relocate outside of California.


The American Association for Respiratory Care is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, protected Veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.