Head of Communications PR and Media

Communications Director

For over a century, Catholic Community Services of Western Washington (CCSWW) has provided services for youth, immigrants, older adults, and people experiencing homelessness throughout western Washington state. Our 4000+ employees and volunteers come from many faith traditions to serve and support poor and vulnerable people through the provision of quality, integrated services and housing. Our mission and our focus is for those individuals, children, families, and communities struggling with poverty and the effects of intolerance and racism. The CCSWW Communications Director develops and implements communication and public relations strategies to shape and protect CCSWW's mission and brand, overseeing internal and external messaging across all platforms. Key duties include managing media relations, overseeing digital and social media, writing press releases and other materials, leading crisis communication, supervising the Communications and Digital Media Specialist, and analyzing communication effectiveness to inform strategy.

with a competitive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability; health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA); 12 days of paid holidays, plus one (1) personal holiday; Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Internal & external communications

Media relations

Content creation

Crisis communication

Digital & social media

Performance analysis

Budget management

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience (5+ years relevant experience beyond the required years of experience can be substituted in lieu of a bachelor's degree). 10+ years of corporate communications experience.

• An understanding of Catholic Social Teachings and the connection of CCSWW with the Archdiocese of Seattle and the global Catholic Church.
• At least three years' experience managing a team.
• Demonstrated success working with senior executive level clients and stakeholders.
• Project management experience and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven ability to consult with clients to determine requirements, stakeholders, and scope.
• Experience communicating in multiple media (e.g., print, email, web, video/audio).
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills, ability to persuade and build consensus with stakeholders.
• Have a valid Washington State Driver's License and meet the conditions of the agency driving policy.
• Note to Internal Candidates: HR reviews internal compensation and determines any increase based on their experience and also agency internal equity factors. Catholic Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.