Communications & Projects Director at Iowa Motor Truck Association | Des Moines, IA

Communications & Projects Director

Des Moines, IA (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableDirector/Executive5+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

Job Summary

Own the member communications engine for IMTA, shaping how the association informs, engages, and retains members across newsletters, updates, surveys, and campaigns while coordinating events and crisis responses.

Membership Communications: Own the strategy, surveys, recognition programs, and campaigns to boost participation and retention.
Content & Publications: Create newsletters, emails, website updates, annual reports, and printed materials.
Member Relations & Inquiries: Serve as primary contact for member inquiries and timely, professional responses.

Job Description

Responsibilities: Develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy focused on informing, engaging, and retaining IMTA members.
Content Creation: Create high-quality content for member newsletters, emails, website and social media updates, annual reports, and other printed materials.
Engagement Programs: Lead membership engagement initiatives, including member communications, surveys, recognition programs, and campaigns to increase member participation and retention.
Member Inquiries: Serve as a primary point of contact for member inquiries and communications, ensuring timely and professional responses.
Advocacy Materials: Draft press releases, talking points, and advocacy materials to support IMTA’s legislative and regulatory priorities.
Member Relationships: Build and maintain positive relationships with member companies, communicating the value of IMTA membership and industry successes.
Crisis Communications: Support crisis communications and rapid response efforts when needed.
Projects & Events: Manage key association projects and support events, including the annual management conference, webinars, training programs, and other member events.
Timelines & Budgets: Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful execution.
Progress Tracking: Track project progress and provide regular updates to association leadership.
Membership Initiatives: Support recruitment/retention campaigns and member communications.

Iowa Motor Truck Association

The mission of the Iowa Motor Truck Association is to enhance the ability of its members to safely and effectively serve the nation's transportation needs through continuous quality improvement. IMTA has been the voice of the trucking industry in Iowa since 1942. Currently, we have over 350 members.

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

12 employees (2 in marketing)

www.iowamotortruck.com