Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc.

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Communications Lead (HYBRID) Relay Resources – Portland, OR Motus Recruiting and Staffing is proud to partner with Relay Resources in its search for a Communications Lead. Disabled people / people with disabilities and neurodivergent people are strongly encouraged to apply. OVERVIEW OF THE COMMUNICATIONS LEAD Motus Recruiting and Staffing is proud to partner with Relay Resources in the search for a Communications Lead. This role will play a pivotal role in strengthening employee engagement, connection, and alignment across the organization while also managing external communications. This role reports to the SVP of Marketing and Innovation and will be a key partner to leaders throughout the organization. This individual will primarily focus on internal communications, dedicating 80% of their time to developing and executing a comprehensive strategy that reflects Relay Resources' mission, values, and culture. They will also dedicate 20% of their efforts to external communications, including public relations, media relations, and thought leadership initiatives. Job Location: Portland, OR. (HYBRID) DIRECT HIRE! Salary: $72k – 95k, DOE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Internal Communications – 80 % • Develop and implement a strategic communications plan that supports organizational goals and fosters a culture of inclusion, transparency, and belonging for internal audiences. • Create and manage communication content for various internal channels (e.g., intranet, email, newsletters, digital signage, employee forums). • Partner with Human Resources, Executive Leadership, and other departments to support change management, organizational updates, and employee initiatives. • Research, develop a proposal, and launch an SMS communications platform that serves internal employee needs. • Translate complex internal information into accessible and engaging content tailored for a diverse, multi-lingual workforce, including union and non-union employees. • Promote Relay’s values and mission through storytelling, employee spotlights, and celebration of achievements. • Provide communications support for speaking engagements, ensuring consistent messaging across all internal platforms. • Develop feedback loops and monitor communication effectiveness to continuously enhance strategies and content for employee engagement. • Support leadership with communication planning and materials (e.g., ghostwriting publication articles, video scripts for CEO, talking points, presentations, FAQs) focused on internal stakeholders. • Contribute to crisis and emergency communication planning and execution for internal incidents. • Create training materials as tutorials for using Relay communications applications to enhance clarity and effectiveness in internal messaging. • Identify projects that have significance to employees and partner with leadership and/or project lead to develop a communication plan, assist with communications and provide insight for support elements such as training curricula. • Lead and/or coordinate employee events with a focus on increasing employee involvement, including town halls, education panels and other team building opportunities. External Communications – 20% • Develop and implement external communications media plan that aligns with the overall organizational goals and branding. • Create and manage communication content for external audiences, including media releases, public statements, and storytelling. • Translate complex information into accessible and engaging content for external audiences and media outlets. • Highlight Relay’s values and mission externally by submitting thought leadership articles to publications and engaging in public relations efforts. • Provide support for external speaking engagements, ensuring consistent messaging across all channels. • Monitor the effectiveness of external communication initiatives and adjust strategies as necessary to improve public perception. • Provide support for events and campaigns aimed at building community engagement, fundraising, and enhancing the organization’s public image such as DisabilityNext Summit and/or Accessibility Partnerships. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: • Equivalent experience to, or bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field. • 6+ years of experience in communications, preferably in a social enterprise or mission-driven environment. • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to adapt tone for various audiences and channels. • Demonstrated ability to lead strategic communication initiatives that engage diverse groups of people. • Proficiency with communications tools (e.g., Microsoft 365, SharePoint, HubSpot, intranet platforms). • Commitment to Relay Resources’ mission and values, and to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Experience with plain language and creating accessible content • Experience supporting communications in a unionized or federally contracted organization • Bilingual (Spanish or ASL) strongly preferred • Familiarity with accessibility standards for communications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES • Proficiency in MS 365 Suite. • Knowledge of communications tools and software. • Knowledge of communications strategies. • Expertise in message developments, integrated planning, and adapting content across diverse platforms and audiences. • Experience in media relations, digital strategies, and video storytelling. • Highly motivated self-starter with strong organizational and project management skills. • Proven ability to track and deliver concurrent projects against competing deadlines. • Excellent writing and communication skills. • Outstanding and fast writing and editing skills – particularly in developing straightforward, clear, and persuasive content. • Highly creative, especially regarding digital community building and communication. • Ability to work under pressure and manage complex situations with a calm and strategic approach. ABOUT RELAY RESOURCES Our mission is to cultivate meaningful work for people with disabilities. Relay Resources is committed to doing things differently in order to make a difference. We don’t just place people in jobs, we partner with our customers to identify business needs and create customized solutions. We engage with a community of willing and able workers who have faced challenges to steady employment and help them to lead more fulfilling and independent lives through training, jobs, and housing. Relay Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture and believes each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to adjust the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors. Disabled people / people with disabilities and neurodivergent people are strongly encouraged to apply. Relay Core Competencies Focus on Strengths Prioritize Informed Action Communicate Clearly Champion Disability Inclusion Build Supportive Relationships Because success isn’t just about putting people to work. It’s about all of us. Working. Together. About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc. Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest, specializing in professional services and technology solutions. We are a group of people who recognize the importance of representation and actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring, promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their commitment to DEI by being intentional about whom they hire. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status. KG/BH #13340