Director of Communications

Director of Communications for Seattle Promise

The Seattle Promise program and the Public Relations and Strategic Initiatives office are hiring a Director of Communications for Seattle Promise. Salary range for this position is $95,690 to $132,141 annually (depending on experience). Position summary : Under the supervision of the Associate Vice Chancellor of Public Relations and Strategic Initiatives and working closely with the Sr. Executive Director for Seattle Promise, this position serves on the Seattle Promise leadership team and leads the Seattle Promise program's public relations and strategic communication planning and execution : creating, implementing, managing, and measuring effective campaigns. This position may supervise staff, including full-time staff, interns, and / or student program ambassadors as the program matures. This position is funded by the City of Seattle's Family, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy which is fully funded through June 30, 2026, with the possibility of extending with the renewal of the City's Education Levy. This position is full-time, working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, primarily 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.. This position may be required to work evenings and weekends as needed.

About Us Seattle Colleges We are a district of three distinct colleges : North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College; and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation. Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation. As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will gain access to a great benefits package including competitive pay rates, promotional opportunities, great medical, dental, and retirement plans, paid sick and vacation leave, transportation benefits, tuition waivers, PEBB Wellness Plan, and Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

Seattle Promise Seattle Promise is a partnership created in 2018 with the City of Seattle and Seattle Public Schools to create more equitable higher-education opportunities for Seattle public high school graduates. Seattle Promise offers graduates regardless of GPA, income, ability, or country of birth two years (or up to 90 credits) of tuition and additional financial support for fees, books, course supplies, etc. to those with financial need. The program also provides personal support and guidance from 12th grade through associate degree completion to en