Liberty Dogs is hiring: Marketing Communicatons Manager in Reno

Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 / year

About the Organization

Liberty Dogs is a premier service dog training program whose goal is to empower Veterans with disabilities to lead more independent and fulfilling lives - enhancing their well-being through the unconditional support that Liberty Service Dogs provides. Located on a 27-acre campus, it includes a training facility, dog housing, an administrative and multipurpose building, and accommodations for Veterans staying on campus to train with their Liberty Service Dogs.

Position Summary

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Marketing Communications Manager to lead our efforts in sharing our mission and impact with a wider audience. The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller, a strategic thinker, and a community-builder. This role is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive marketing and communications strategies to increase brand awareness and foster strong community relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Communications: Collaborate with VP, Marketing and Communications to develop and implement an annual communications plan that aligns with organizational goals including program promotion and brand building.

Content Creation:

• Oversee the creation of compelling content for various channels, including our website, social media, email newsletters, and print materials.
• Manage and maintain an editorial calendar to ensure a consistent and engaging stream of content.
• Write and edit press releases, articles, and other materials to secure media coverage.

Digital Marketing:

• Manage social media contractor to grow our social media presence across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
• Develop and execute email marketing campaigns to engage donors, volunteers, and supporters.
• Monitor and analyze website and social media analytics to optimize performance and report on key metrics.

Brand Management:

Ensure all communications are consistent with the organization's brand identity, mission, and values.

Team Collaboration:

Work closely with the creative and program teams to support campaigns and to capture and share impact stories.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in marketing or communications, preferably within a non-profit environment.
• Proven experience in content creation, social media management, and email marketing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for storytelling.
• Experience with community outreach and public relations.
• Proficiency with digital marketing tools and platforms (e.g., social media management tools, email marketing software like Mailchimp or Constant Contact, website CMS).
• A passion for the mission of Liberty Dogs and a deep appreciation for the veteran community.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small, dedicated team.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.