Director of Marketing and Communications

Director of Marketing and Communications

Location : Richmond, VA

Telework : Hybrid

Experience : Mid-Senior

Number of Openings : 1

Job Status : Full Time, Exempt

Salary Range : 65K-75K annually

Reports to : President and CEO

The James River Association(JRA) is a non-profit organization on a mission to protect the James River and connect people to it. JRA is seeking a full-time Director of Marketing and Communications. This role involves managing marketing strategies, overseeing communications, handling media relations, coordinating outreach, and raising awareness of JRA. Reporting to the President and CEO and working closely with the Senior Digital Marketing Manager, the Director will ensure consistent messaging and branding across all programs and activities.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong project management experience, a proven track record in marketing campaigns, media relations experience, and a personal interest in the James River.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and execute annual strategic marketing plan to increase awareness of JRA and assist JRA in achieving its mission and goals
• Manage and work closely with Senior Digital Marketing Manager to develop and implement targeted strategies
• Manage JRA’s marketing committee, leading meetings and keeping members informed and engaged
• Act as primary contact for the media, handling all press outreach, fielding interview requests, and working with fellow staff to create press releases and story pitches
• Work with the Development team to promote and cultivate JRA cause marketing partnerships
• Oversee community partner initiatives and opportunities, managing outreach and collaborating with community partners to bring awareness to JRA’s mission and work
• Lead the strategy for marketing JRA events and staff certain events when needed

James River Association – Director of Marketing and Communications

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Competitive Salary & Benefits Package  includes fully paid employee-only health and dental coverage, Life and LTD insurance, generous paid time off (starting at four weeks / year), twelve paid holidays, and 401(k) matched contributions! Professional development and growth opportunities. Work-life balance and dynamic, hybrid / flexible work environment. The exempt salary range for this full-time position is $65,000-$75,000 annually, depending upon several factors including education and work experience.

APPLY by sending your resume and cover letter totalent@thejamesriver.org. This position will remain open until filled.