COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR role description
The Communications Director leads the Communications Team to create and develop compelling print and online materials that powerfully communicate CHCC’s purpose and vision to staff, elders, members, and those beyond our walls. The Communications Director supports our ministry teams and increases their reach and impact while inspiring our attenders and those in our community to pursue the life Jesus is inviting them to live.
Responsibilities
Recruit and Lead Communications Staff Team for Maximum impact
- Provide direction, training, support, feedback and coaching for those you lead
- Monitor staff performance
- Partner with Organizational Development team to hire, transition, evaluate and develop staff
- Complete performance reviews in collaboration with Organizational Development
- Lead teams to establish and deliver departmental goals
Recruit and Lead a Highly Effective Volunteer Team
- Train, lead and direct staff and volunteer teams for maximum impact
- Cast vision regularly by sharing stories and celebrating wins
- Provide coaching and feedback for continuous improvement
Collaborate with Key Stakeholders to Design and Execute a Marketing Strategy (Local, On-the-Ground and Electronic) to Reach and Serve Those Beyond Our Walls
- Design and execute a local marketing strategy to reach those in our community through the use of local partnerships, invites, mailers, etc.
- Ensure CHCC maintains an effective presence on the web including style/presence, search engines, and new technology
- Manage a social media strategy to build followings on various social media outlets
- Ensure that all promotional materials are compelling and are created and marketed with excellence
Lead the Communications Team to Resource Ministry Teams for High Impact
- Revise and uphold empowering, value-add service level agreements
- Serve as a consultant on key initiatives and projects, brainstorming creative communication resources, ideas and tools to further each ministry’s goals and outcomes
- Lead efforts with the Communications Team to design art, resources and materials with a high standard of creativity, excellence and effectiveness
- Partner effectively with outside contractors when needed
Support the Worship Ministries Team in Executing Compelling Weekend Services
- Partner with the Worship Ministries team to brainstorm and implement an inspiring, consistent message from the front door to the worship center seats
- Offer creative ideas to support messages and initiatives
- Coordinate weekend communications with the Worship Ministries Director, Facilities Director and Guest Services Director
- Assist the team in capturing and communicating inspiring stories of life change
Partner with the Worship Ministries Team to Leverage Video for Impact
- Strategize tactics to use video to promote our vision, purpose, and life change stories
- Leverage created videos in broader marketing strategy
Ensure High Quality Branding That Is Consistent with Our Vision and Mission
- Establish design guidelines to be used by ministries to obtain a consistent high standard for all promotional materials representing CHCC
- Provide guidance and services as needed
Lead Media and Community Relations
- Create positive relationships with the local media
- Oversee efforts related to securing or responding to media attention
- Develop policy and procedures related to media relations
- Maintain a relationship with the Highlands Ranch Community Association and schedule CHCC at the appropriate HRCA community events throughout the year
Ensure Accurate, Timely Response to Communication Requests
- Manage email, voicemail, and communication requests in a timely, thorough manner
- Set interview appointments, share about area resources, and answer questions
- Build trust by maintaining confidence of information
- Respond to all requests with professionalism, discretion and service-orientation
Perform Other Duties and Tasks as Assigned
Model Servant Leadership and Exhibit a Helpful, Joyful Attitude
Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth
- Receive and apply training and development from the Chief Financial Officer
- Attend department and all-staff meetings
SUPERVISOR: Creative & Technical Arts Pastor
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Exempt
Hours Per week: 40 Hours
Salary range: $70,872 - $109,854
Benefits: Eligible Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b), Paid Vacation and Sick
