Marketing & Communications Manager
Humane Society of Central Oregon
Job Description
Are you a storyteller and strategist who wants your marketing skills to save lives - in one of the best towns in the PNW?The Humane Society of Central Oregon is hiring a Marketing & Communications Manager to connect our community to the animals and people we serve - from Bend, where the Cascades and the Deschutes River sit minutes from the shelter door, and trail runs, ski days, and dog-friendly everything are simply how people live.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for a communicator who sees a story everywhere - a senior dog going home, a family kept together by veterinary outreach, a volunteer who shows up every Sunday - and turns it into action: a donation, an adoption, a supporter for life.
You're a planner who doesn't panic when the plan changes: you can build a quarterly calendar and still drop everything (gracefully) when an emergency intake release must go public by noon. You're curious about data, calm under pressure, happiest building rather than maintaining, and as comfortable in front of people as behind a keyboard.
What You'll Do
-Develop communications plans supporting fundraising, events, adoptions, and community engagement.
-Lead content across email, website, social, print, and media - elevating impact stories that honor the dignity of animals, clients, donors, and volunteers.
-Own website, email, and social strategy; use analytics to strengthen engagement and fundraising.
-Help scope, hire, and supervise a Digital Media Specialist.
-Serve as one of HSCO's spokespeople: give interviews, represent us at community events, manage media relationships, and draft releases and crisis communications.
What You'll Bring
-Four to six years in communications, marketing, PR, or journalism; preference for nonprofit work in these areas
-Strong writing, editing, and project management across channels
-Confident public speaking - comfortable with interviews and presentations
-Proficiency with email platforms, CMS, social media, analytics, and design tools
-Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience; valid driver's licenseBonus: nonprofit, fundraising, or animal welfare experience; photography or video skills; WordPress, donor CRMs, GA4, or A/B testing.
Compensation, Benefits & Work-Life Balance
We believe the people caring for animals deserve exceptional care, too.
-Competitive pay: $55,800 to $64,000 per year, depending on experience
-100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
-Simple IRA retirement plan with a 3% employer match
-Generous paid time off and paid holidays
-Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
-Significantly discounted veterinary care for employee pets
-Continuing education and professional development opportunities
-Relocation assistance may be available for exceptional candidates
Full-time, exempt, on-site in Bend. Some evenings and weekends for events and urgent needs.
This Role Probably Isn't for You If...
You want a quiet desk job - ours comes with fur, barking, and the occasional loose cat. You'd rather execute someone else's plan than build systems and a team. Or asking people to support a mission makes you uncomfortable - fundraising is central here.
To Apply
Apply at https://hsco.bamboohr.com/careers/26?source=aWQ9MTE%3D. We review every application and respond either way.
This is a full time job
Contact Information
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Bekka Austin
Director of Philanthropy & Communications
Closing Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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