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Strategic Communications Manager
Envision 4.7
Wichita, KS jobs
Working at Envision means having a job that's more than just a way to make money. It's a job that makes a difference. We offer team members: Careers with purpose Teamwork environment Amazing 401K Retirement Plan Envision Paid Life Insurance Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA Plans 10 Paid Holidays PTO & Vacation Tuition Reimbursement POSITION SUMMARY: The Strategic Communications Manager supports the development, execution, and management of enterprise-wide communications that advance Envision's mission, elevate brand clarity, and strengthen engagement with donors, partners, participants, customers and employees. This role serves as the organization's primary writer, storyteller, and editorial lead, ensuring message consistency across programs, departments, and initiatives. This position owns day to day message development, editorial planning, donor and program communications, and external communications execution, including media relations and earned media. The Strategic Communications Manager also plays a key role in shaping and refining communication frameworks, tools, and processes that make it easier for the organization to communicate clearly, consistently, and at scale over time. The role collaborates closely with design, digital, development, sales, and mission services teams to ensure communications are aligned, accessible, and strategically sequenced. The Strategic Communications Manager will also oversee outsourced partners for PR, long-form writing, and /or thought leadership placement, and operates with a high degree of judgment and autonomy as the primary owner of external communications. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Strategic Partner & Deputy to Sr. Director Serve as the Sr. Director's primary strategic partner and second-in-command for communications. Step into leadership support roles when needed, help operationalize strategic direction, and ensure alignment across all messaging, PR, and organizational communications functions. Enterprise Messaging & Editorial Leadership Develop and maintain consistent message architecture, editorial standards, and key narrative frameworks across Envision's programs, donor audiences, commercial relationships, and community initiatives. Serve as the primary guardian of Envision's brand voice in written communications, ensuring tone, language, and messaging remain aligned with brand guidelines. Content Development & Writing Write and edit high-quality content, including but not limited to press releases, donor newsletters, program communications, campaign messaging, web copy, speeches, and impact stories. Donor & Program Communications Lead message planning and narrative development for donor engagement, including but not limited to newsletters, impact updates, stewardship touchpoints, and campaign communications. Support program areas with consistent messaging in participant- and partner-facing communications. Communications Planning Develop strategic communication plans for organizational initiatives, programs, campaigns, leadership priorities, and mission-driven efforts. Build sequencing, audience mapping, messaging frameworks, and channel strategies to support enterprise-wide communication needs. Ensure plans are actionable, cross-functional, and aligned with brand standards. Cross-Functional Communications Support Serve as the primary communications partner for departments across Envision. Translate complex program information into clear, accessible messaging aligned to brand standards. Campaign & Initiative Support Collaborate with marketing, digital, and design team to develop messaging for integrated campaigns, major initiatives, community events, and organizational announcements. PR, Media Relations & Earned Media Execution Own day-to-day media relations and earned media execution in alignment with Marketing & Communications leadership. Proactively identify story opportunities, draft and distribute press releases, manage media outreach, and coordinate interviews. Maintain media lists, talking points, and media kits. Partner with outsourced PR resources as needed to extend reach and placement. Support executive visibility and thought leadership placement. Communication Systems & Processes Help develop, document, and continuously improve communication workflows, frameworks, briefs, intake processes, and editorial calendars to increase efficiency, clarity, and consistency across the organization. Partner with the Sr. Director to test and refine new communication tools and operating practices that support scalable, repeatable communication. Vendor Partnership Oversight Direct and quality-check outsourced writing, PR, and thought leadership partners to ensure alignment with brand voice, priorities, and organizational goals. Other Duties as Assigned Flexibility to support additional strategic communication needs based on organizational priorities. Qualifications JOB REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor's degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field required. Master's degree preferred. Experience: 7+ years of progressive experience in communications, public relations, strategic content development, or editorial roles. Must include demonstrated experience developing and executing integrated communication plans and supporting senior leadership on strategic initiatives. Experience in nonprofit, mission driven, or complex multi audience organizations strongly preferred. Knowledge/Skills: Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a portfolio demonstrating range and versatility, including experience writing in and maintaining a consistent brand voice across multiple channels and audiences. Strong understanding of communications strategy, narrative development, and editorial planning. Knowledge of media relations practices (writing releases, managing inquiries, collaborating with PR partners). Ability to synthesize complex information and craft messaging for donors, partners, program participants, and community audiences. Familiarity with digital channels, CMS platforms (WordPress), email marketing tools and analytics (in partnership with digital marketing team). Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. High attention to detail, accuracy, and brand consistence. Experience with integrated communications and marketing, including an understanding of how paid, earned, shared, and owned channels work together strategically to support campaigns, organizational priorities, and audience engagement. Ability to collaborate across diverse teams, handle sensitive communication needs, and maintain confidentiality. Licenses/Certifications: NA SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Total Number of Employees Directly Supervising: __0-2__ Number of Subordinate Supervisors Reporting to Position: __0__ VISION REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE Can be performed with or without assistive technology: _X_ Required to perform activities such as: preparing/analyzing data/figures; viewing a computer screen; reading; inspecting small objects for defects; using measuring devices; and/or assembling parts with close eye contact. ___ Required to perform activities such as: operating machinery and/or power tools at or within arm's reach; performing non-repetitive tasks such as carpentry work or repairing machinery. _X_ Required to review/inspect own assigned work, the work of others, or facilities or structures. Requires normal (or corrected to normal) vision/acuity: ___ Required to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment such as forklifts. “To improve the quality of life and provide inspiration and opportunity for people who are blind or visually impaired through employment, outreach, rehabilitation, education and research." Envisions Core Values are the authentic, unwavering principals that define and support our culture. Integrity Curiosity Passion Initiative Teamwork Excellence COMMENTS Envision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without illegal discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, gender identity, disability, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, military status or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, and any other status protected by law. Envision employs and advances in employment individuals with disabilities and veterans, and treats qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position description is intended to convey generally the duties of this job. It is not an all-inclusive listing of duties, and it is not a contract, expressed or implied. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE In an average workday, employee must: Task None Occasional Frequent Constant Stand X Walk X Sit X Bend/stoop X Climb X Reach above shoulders X Squat/crouch/kneel X Push/pull X Lift X Usual amount X 11-25 lbs 26-50 lbs 51+ lbs Carry X Usual amount X 11-25 lbs 26-50 lbs 51+ lbs Employee must use hands for repetitive action such as: Task Right Hand Left Hand Simple grasping X Yes X Yes Firm grasping X No X No Fine manipulation X Yes X Yes WORKING CONDITIONS INCLUDE In an average workday, employee is exposed to: Task None Occasional Frequent Constant General shop or store conditions X General office environment X Humid, extreme hot/cold temps (non-weather) X Outdoor weather conditions X Fumes or airborne particles X Fluorescent lights X Moving, mechanical parts X Toxic chemicals X Loud noise intensity levels X Risk of electrical shock X Travel for job X
$69k-93k yearly est. 16d ago

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Communications Coordinator - RCDC, Garden City KS
Greenbush 4.1
Garden City, KS jobs
Greenbush - The Southeast Kansas Education Service Center is seeking applications for a Communications Coordinator at Russell Child Development Center in Garden City, Kansas. Job Summary: The Communications Coordinator organizes, designs, and leads marketing, branding, and communication efforts across all media formats, ensuring RCDC is promoted accurately and consistently. This role supports all aspects of RCDC, including programs, staff, collaborative partners, donors, and clients. Serves as the primary contact and coordinator for fundraising events. Provides expertise and direct support to increase public awareness, community engagement, donor relations, and staff recruitment and retention. Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, Business Administration, or a related field. Relevant job-related experience in the communications or marketing field is required. Valid driver's license for employment. Successful completion of the Defensive Driving course, provided by RCDC. Background Clearance in accordance with RCDC requirements. Preferred: Experience working in a non-profit organization. Minimum of five years of relevant work experience in communications, marketing, or a related field. Responsibilities Essential Functions: Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. Explore, create, systematically execute, and monitor best-practice nonprofit marketing strategies necessary for securing optimal public awareness. Promote the agency and support the implementation of existing and new programs and services through collaboration and delegation amongst staff, ensuring high-quality, effective communication measures are provided within established time frames and in alignment with all agency requirements. Conceptualize, prepare, manage, and disseminate a wide variety of complex, custom public agency information in a cohesive, effective and accurate, and timely manner across a variety of formats (e.g., social media, website, radio, TV, print, and other local and regional media, etc.) Collect and assemble information for presentations, projects, and strategic planning to ensure the agency Directors Council team and staff are prepared for appointments, meetings, presentations, tours, and conferences. Assist in the preparation and drafting of various communications to support annual reports, maintaining compliance with the program and also meeting state and or federal requirements. Coordinate the design and ordering of RCDC Swag items for staff and clients, including all promotional items. Lead the coordination of the annual fundraising event, Fantasy Tree Festival, including collecting donations, sponsors, media promotion, oversight of volunteers, decoration, item set-up and clean-up, design of auction brochure, event tickets, signage, and schedule of events. Support the development and execution of the agency's fund development activities, including developing and maintaining positive, ongoing relationships with existing and potential community partners and donors. Proactively take the initiative to support RCDC programs, operations, and overall agency mission. General Responsibilities: Maintain timely documentation. Support the mission, goals, and objectives of RCDC. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills. Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA. Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services. Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with research and practices. Demonstrate proficiency in effectively and regularly communicating with other employees of RCDC and clients. Complete all assignments promptly, including communication with other staff and clients, and contractors. Adhere to all professional guidelines as outlined in agency policies. Independently manage daily assignments and activities, ensuring performance outcomes are achieved within budget, timeline, department, and agency objectives. Follow all safety requirements as directed by RCDC. Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer or designee. Physical Requirements: 70 % sitting, 15% walking, and 15% standing Lifting to 30 pounds. Manage all job duties with mobility, agility, and dexterity. Sit/stand for long periods of time. Ability to drive in varying weather and geographical conditions. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard-free environment. Excellent benefit package: Supporting employees and their families is important to Greenbush. We provide access to exceptional Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance options for all employees who work 20 hours or more a week. Employees also can participate in flex spending accounts and salary protection programs. Additionally, Greenbush participates in the Kansas Public Retirement System (KPERS) and provides excellent 403b plan options. Greenbush contributes to each and every employee's retirement plan by matching up to $100 a month for any Greenbush employee that contributes to one of the 403b plans. All employees and their immediate family can also benefit from the personal services available through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Greenbush also offers Student Loan Planning from Certified Financial Planners and Student Loan Professionals for employees and their immediate family members. Employees are provided with vacation days, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays subject to the length of their contract. Parental Leave is available for FMLA-eligible employees. In addition to the benefit package, Greenbush recognizes the importance of continued education throughout an employee's career and offers an Education Reimbursement Plan to support employees in their education endeavors. The plan provides an opportunity for any Greenbush employee working at least 1,004 hours per year to be reimbursed up to $1500 per contract year for tuition costs. Employees of Greenbush meeting the hour requirement can apply to participate in the program by completing the Education Reimbursement Application Form. In addition, Greenbush offers a Professional License Reimbursement Program, which provides full reimbursement for professional licenses with specific Kansas licensing authorities and other appropriate authorities (a complete list can be provided upon request). For complete benefit package information, direct your questions to the individual listed under the Job Contact Information section. Greenbush is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, status as a veteran, pregnancy and related conditions, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The company does not provide sponsorship for employment visas (e.g., H-1B visa) for this position.
$32k-40k yearly est. 37d ago
Director, School of Law Marketing and Communications
Washburn University 4.0
Topeka, KS jobs
Director, School of Law Marketing and Communications Department: School of Law Advertised Pay: Upper $60,000's Application Deadline: Application review will begin as applications are received and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants can be assured of full consideration if submitted by December 15, 2025. Position Summary: The Director, School of Law Marketing and Communications is responsible for developing, implementing, and leading all marketing and communications for SOL. Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Strategic Communications and Marketing at Washburn, this position plans, initiates, and coordinates all advertising and promotional activities across print, digital, broadcast, and social media platforms. This position is also responsible for telling SOL's story through news releases, social posts, and website content. All materials and activities must adhere to Washburn brand standards and policies. This position supervises the Assistant Director of Marketing Communications at Washburn Law and works closely with the SOL dean and administration to develop overall strategy and messaging. In addition, the Director will work with individual SOL departments to establish communication or marketing materials specific to the department's function. Internally, this position creates on-campus messaging on electronic signage, newsletters, and emails. The role is responsible for ensuring that updated photography and video content is available and for assisting in planning and implementing SOL events, if requested. About Washburn University: Washburn University is a teaching-focused, student-centered, public institution located in the metropolitan setting of Topeka that has earned national recognition for its high-impact programs for first-generation students. Washburn has a student body of over 5,500 undergraduate, graduate, and law students, a significant and growing number of whom are first-generation and Pell-Grant eligible. The University has created educational pathways for all students to be successful and achieve their educational goals. Washburn is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a dynamic faculty, staff, and student body and cultivating a robust learning and working environment and curriculum. We employ more than one thousand faculty and staff on our campuses throughout Topeka and strive to offer competitive wages, an excellent benefits program, and a supportive culture and a healthy work/life balance. Washburn seeks to create an environment that reflects our core values for creating positive IMPACT: inclusion, modernization, partnership, achievement, community and transformation. In 2024, Washburn was recognized as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to Great Colleges to Work For program. Essential Functions: • Create high-quality visual assets for both print and digital projects, ensuring all materials align with the SOL and University brand guidelines. • Develop compelling written content and visually engaging designs to support the overall marketing and communications efforts. Write news stories, press releases, promotional materials, digital content, including social media posts and marketing emails, and advertisements to effectively communicate key messages to target audiences. • In collaboration with the Assistant Dean of Admissions, develop an annual marketing and communications plan to support recruitment efforts that enhance interest among prospective students while retaining engagement with admitted students. Develop marketing tactics that include key messages with appropriate timing to best reach students throughout the admissions process. Create clear communication timelines that incorporate personal touchpoints through print, digital, and one-on-one communications. • Develop and implement social media and advertising strategies to increase brand awareness, engagement, lead generation, and website traffic while also analyzing platform performance to optimize reach and impact. Outline goals and target audiences for each of the SOL social media platforms, including posts, paid advertising, and direct audience engagement. Maintain knowledge of social media and advertising best practices and evolving trends to help guide strategies. • Ensure that all marketing and communication bearing the SOL name or mark accurately reflect the school's identity and values. Oversee the correct use of marks and ensure that all representations adhere to established SOL and university standards. Collaborate with the team to ensure a consistent voice and tone across all communications, verifying that accurate visuals are used and that the SOL style guide is followed. • Develop and distribute materials for targeted audiences, including other law schools, attorneys, judges, alumni, and other constituents, to inform them about news, events, CLE/educational opportunities, symposia, developments, and achievements at the SOL. • Collaborate with University Strategic Communications and Marketing Office to create and disseminate new releases, coordinate with journalists to connect with SOL experts on trending legal topics, and ensure positive media coverage for the school's activities and achievements. • Serve as liaison with the Washburn University Alumni Association and Foundation to provide SOL with timely topics, issues, and concerns of particular interest to SOL alumni that can then be used in SOL alumni communications. • During staff absences or high-demand periods, ensure that the Assistant Director of Marketing Communications receives adequate support to keep the website current and functional. Assist by updating website content and working with University IT to fix any technical issues. • Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate the performance and effectiveness of assigned staff to maximize employee performance. Perform written performance reviews and provide feedback and professional development opportunities to facilitate improved performance or reward outstanding efforts. • Develop budget proposals for Marketing Communications based on projected activities and needs. Approve purchases and monitor budgeted account balances to manage the department's budget and ensure spending is appropriate and fiscally sound. • Perform additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate to support the SOL's mission and goals. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree. • Three years of experience in public relations, marketing, publication design, writing, or editing, or a combination of experience across these areas that equals three years. • Experience in strategic marketing. • Supervisory experience. • Demonstrated effective skills in writing, editing, and proofreading, with the ability to utilize AP Style in written communications. • Proven efficient abilities in graphic design and visual communication skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, with the ability to quickly learn and adopt new technologies. • Skilled in managing and prioritizing multiple concurrent projects. • Experience with social media accounts and managing a budget. • Effective organizational, project management, and attention-to-detail skills. • Ability to maintain confidentiality and work productively both independently and collaboratively as a professional team player with initiative. Preferred Qualifications: • A master's degree in communications, marketing, business or a closely related field. • Experience developing and executing social media strategies. • One year of supervisory experience. Exempt, Full-time, Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm Background Check Required
$60k yearly 56d ago
Director, School of Law Marketing and Communications
Washburn University 4.0
Topeka, KS jobs
Director, School of Law Marketing and Communications Department: School of Law Advertised Pay: Upper $60,000's Application Deadline: Application review will begin as applications are received and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants can be assured of full consideration if submitted by December 15, 2025. Position Summary: The Director, School of Law Marketing and Communications is responsible for developing, implementing, and leading all marketing and communications for SOL. Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Strategic Communications and Marketing at Washburn, this position plans, initiates, and coordinates all advertising and promotional activities across print, digital, broadcast, and social media platforms. This position is also responsible for telling SOL's story through news releases, social posts, and website content. All materials and activities must adhere to Washburn brand standards and policies. This position supervises the Assistant Director of Marketing Communications at Washburn Law and works closely with the SOL dean and administration to develop overall strategy and messaging. In addition, the Director will work with individual SOL departments to establish communication or marketing materials specific to the department's function. Internally, this position creates on-campus messaging on electronic signage, newsletters, and emails. The role is responsible for ensuring that updated photography and video content is available and for assisting in planning and implementing SOL events, if requested. About Washburn University: Washburn University is a teaching-focused, student-centered, public institution located in the metropolitan setting of Topeka that has earned national recognition for its high-impact programs for first-generation students. Washburn has a student body of over 5,500 undergraduate, graduate, and law students, a significant and growing number of whom are first-generation and Pell-Grant eligible. The University has created educational pathways for all students to be successful and achieve their educational goals. Washburn is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a dynamic faculty, staff, and student body and cultivating a robust learning and working environment and curriculum. We employ more than one thousand faculty and staff on our campuses throughout Topeka and strive to offer competitive wages, an excellent benefits program, and a supportive culture and a healthy work/life balance. Washburn seeks to create an environment that reflects our core values for creating positive IMPACT: inclusion, modernization, partnership, achievement, community and transformation. In 2024, Washburn was recognized as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to Great Colleges to Work For program. Essential Functions: * Create high-quality visual assets for both print and digital projects, ensuring all materials align with the SOL and University brand guidelines. * Develop compelling written content and visually engaging designs to support the overall marketing and communications efforts. Write news stories, press releases, promotional materials, digital content, including social media posts and marketing emails, and advertisements to effectively communicate key messages to target audiences. * In collaboration with the Assistant Dean of Admissions, develop an annual marketing and communications plan to support recruitment efforts that enhance interest among prospective students while retaining engagement with admitted students. Develop marketing tactics that include key messages with appropriate timing to best reach students throughout the admissions process. Create clear communication timelines that incorporate personal touchpoints through print, digital, and one-on-one communications. * Develop and implement social media and advertising strategies to increase brand awareness, engagement, lead generation, and website traffic while also analyzing platform performance to optimize reach and impact. Outline goals and target audiences for each of the SOL social media platforms, including posts, paid advertising, and direct audience engagement. Maintain knowledge of social media and advertising best practices and evolving trends to help guide strategies. * Ensure that all marketing and communication bearing the SOL name or mark accurately reflect the school's identity and values. Oversee the correct use of marks and ensure that all representations adhere to established SOL and university standards. Collaborate with the team to ensure a consistent voice and tone across all communications, verifying that accurate visuals are used and that the SOL style guide is followed. * Develop and distribute materials for targeted audiences, including other law schools, attorneys, judges, alumni, and other constituents, to inform them about news, events, CLE/educational opportunities, symposia, developments, and achievements at the SOL. * Collaborate with University Strategic Communications and Marketing Office to create and disseminate new releases, coordinate with journalists to connect with SOL experts on trending legal topics, and ensure positive media coverage for the school's activities and achievements. * Serve as liaison with the Washburn University Alumni Association and Foundation to provide SOL with timely topics, issues, and concerns of particular interest to SOL alumni that can then be used in SOL alumni communications. * During staff absences or high-demand periods, ensure that the Assistant Director of Marketing Communications receives adequate support to keep the website current and functional. Assist by updating website content and working with University IT to fix any technical issues. * Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate the performance and effectiveness of assigned staff to maximize employee performance. Perform written performance reviews and provide feedback and professional development opportunities to facilitate improved performance or reward outstanding efforts. * Develop budget proposals for Marketing Communications based on projected activities and needs. Approve purchases and monitor budgeted account balances to manage the department's budget and ensure spending is appropriate and fiscally sound. * Perform additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate to support the SOL's mission and goals. Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree. * Three years of experience in public relations, marketing, publication design, writing, or editing, or a combination of experience across these areas that equals three years. * Experience in strategic marketing. * Supervisory experience. * Demonstrated effective skills in writing, editing, and proofreading, with the ability to utilize AP Style in written communications. * Proven efficient abilities in graphic design and visual communication skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, with the ability to quickly learn and adopt new technologies. * Skilled in managing and prioritizing multiple concurrent projects. * Experience with social media accounts and managing a budget. * Effective organizational, project management, and attention-to-detail skills. * Ability to maintain confidentiality and work productively both independently and collaboratively as a professional team player with initiative. Preferred Qualifications: * A master's degree in communications, marketing, business or a closely related field. * Experience developing and executing social media strategies. * One year of supervisory experience. Exempt, Full-time, Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm Background Check Required Washburn University is committed to providing an environment for individuals to pursue educational and employment opportunities free from discrimination and/or harassment. The University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or marital or parental status. Washburn University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants for employment. If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please email ********************* or call ************ at least five (5) business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation.
$60k yearly 56d ago