Senior Director, Marketing and Communications at ADAMH Board of Franklin County | Columbus, OH | $88K/yr – $104K/yr

ADAMH Board of Franklin County

Senior Director, Marketing and Communications

Columbus, OH (On-site)

$88K/yr – $104K/yrSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead the organization\'s public communications strategy, owning media relations, crisis response, and brand storytelling to raise awareness and strengthen partnerships with community leaders and diverse audiences.

Own media relations across earned, paid, and owned channels to advance ADAMH’s visibility and trust.
Coordinate crisis communications and executive messaging to protect reputation and support strategic priorities.
Build partnerships with providers and community organizations to amplify messaging and reduce stigma.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Direct media relations across earned, paid, and owned channels; serve as ADAMH’s primary spokesperson; build strong relationships with all media entities; and lead press conferences and other media engagements.
Drive multimedia campaigns to raise awareness of ADAMH services and access to care across Franklin County.
Build partnerships with providers and community organizations to amplify ADAMH messaging and impact.
Collaborate with staff and partners to reduce stigma and educate on the importance of behavioral health services.
Support CEO thought leadership with speeches, presentations, talking points, columns, opinion pieces, and public opportunities.
Oversee issues management and crisis communications; provide counsel to the CEO and senior leaders; and manage the organization’s crisis communication plan.
Serve as brand ambassador, ensuring consistency of visual identity and brand voice.
Oversee publications, website, social media, and other materials to ensure consistent branding and messaging.
Provide communications support for senior leaders across departments, including media guidance, marketing materials, and preparation of briefs and presentations.
Use research and engagement strategies to connect with culturally and economically diverse communities.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s Degree preferred.
Seven (7) years’ work experience in public relations, marketing or communications, preferably in a public institution or non-profit organization.
Five (5) years’ of management and/or supervisory experience.
Strong preference for candidates with established relationships with local media outlets.
Knowledge of marketing, communications, public relations, and media relations across earned, paid, and owned channels.
Experience working closely with executive leadership and Board level leaders.
Experience with crisis communication strategies, planning, and execution.
Experience with digital communications, analytics, and emerging platforms.
Experience with communication and engagement strategies that are inclusive and multicultural.
Demonstrated ability to craft clear, compelling written and verbal communications, including speeches, presentations, columns, and opinion pieces.

Preferred

Master’s Degree preferred.
Strong preference for candidates with established relationships with local media outlets.

Benefits

Robust health benefits for all full-time employees, including comprehensive behavioral health support and coverage.
Life insurance coverage for all full-time employees.
Guaranteed 11 paid holidays every year.
A 19% employer contribution to your OPERS pension plan.
Generous wellness benefits and incentives for employees/spouses enrolled in healthcare plan.
See more information on our competitive benefits programs at: https://www.franklincountyohio.gov/Agency-Directory/Employee-Benefits-Wellness

ADAMH Board of Franklin County

ADAMH is making a difference in our community. ADAMH-funded services are provided by non-profit organizations located throughout Franklin County. Thanks to the generosity of Franklin County tax payers, ADAMH is able to contribute more than $67 million for treatment and prevention services. **ADAMH will delete any comments, videos and pictures that are threatening or that violate HIPAA and patient confidentiality laws. Posts that contain vulgar or inappropriate language, irrelevant content, advertisements on our page and/or seek support or opposition of political candidates, campaigns or ballot measures will be removed. ADAMH reserves the right to remove posts that violate these guidelines. Thank you.** To view our full comment policy, please visit: http://adamhfranklin.org/get-involved/join-the-conversation/social-media-policy/

Founded in 1968

Columbus, Ohio, USA

62 employees (3 in marketing)

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