Communications Manager

Montgomery County, MD (Hybrid)

$70K/yr – $75K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 8 days ago

Job Summary

Own and drive Federation storytelling across campaigns and channels, turning staff and partner input into audience‑centered messaging while coordinating editorial calendars and cross‑functional collaboration.

  • Lead content strategy and storytelling across campaigns, publications, digital channels, and executive communications
  • Collaborate with Communications, Development, and program teams to align content with organizational priorities

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop written content across campaigns, publications, digital channels, stewardship, fundraising, executive communications, and organizational initiatives
  • Interview staff, volunteers, donors, and community partners to identify and develop compelling stories
  • Translate organizational priorities into clear, engaging, audience-centered messaging
  • Produce speeches, articles, impact stories, web content, email copy, reports, and other written communications
  • Manage the editorial calendar in partnership with Communications leadership
  • Maintain editorial standards for voice, tone, accuracy, and consistency
  • Identify proactive storytelling opportunities that advance organizational priorities
  • Maintain and expand Federation's story library
  • Partner with Communications, Development, Foundation, Impact, and program teams to develop content that supports organizational goals
  • Collaborate with Design, Marketing, and Public Relations to ensure content is effectively delivered across channels

Requirements

  • 2–4 years of experience in communications, project coordination, event support, or a related field
  • Exceptional attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Teams, SharePoint, and project management tools such as ClickUp
  • Sound judgment, adaptability, and a solutions-oriented approach in fast-paced or changing environments
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to anticipate needs and manage multiple competing priorities
  • Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Greater Washington (DC, MD, and Northern VA) region. This is a hybrid position, with 3 days a week required in our headquarters

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement plan with employer contribution
  • Generous paid time off, including Jewish holidays
  • Up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave (after one year)
  • Commuter bonus
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington

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The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington envisions an open, connected, and vibrant Jewish community that cares for each other, fosters Jewish learning and journeys, embraces Jewish peoplehood and Israel, and acts as a force for good in the world. Our mission is to inspire, build, and sustain vibrant Jewish life in a changing world by mobilizing our community in common purpose, intentional innovation, and effective action. Federation supports 58 local agencies, 14 national organizations, 18 overseas partners and programs, and 60+ congregations that care for those in need, deepen engagement in Jewish life and connect Jews locally, in Israel, and around the world. Justice for the poor, honoring seniors, supporting those who are ill or in crisis, nurturing and educating our children, inclusion of all, and helping refugees find freedom and economic self-sufficiency are central to our values and the programs we support. We are equally committed to inspiring learning and experiences in order to shape our Jewish communal identity. Formal education opportunities and informal Jewish experiences like summer camps, youth groups and trips to Israel provide learning, recreational, cultural and social activities that nourish our bodies and our minds. We connect with purpose through our culture, history, and identity.

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Salaries

Posted range

$70K/yr – $75K/yr

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
6 (5% of company)
Median Tenure
10.5 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2

Funding

Last Raise
Grant

Funding History

  • Oct 2010
    Grant
  • Mar 2009
    Grant

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
13K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$1
Traffic Source Mix
Search
33.6%
Direct
51%
Referral
5.3%
Social
9.3%
Paid
0.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~117

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Communications Manager

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington · Montgomery County, MD · Hybrid