Marketing Manager

The City of Blue Ash Recreation Department is seeking a creative, organized, and collaborative professional to serve as Marketing Manager. This full‑time position reports directly to the General Manager of Programs and Events and plays a key role in shaping communication, promotion, and community engagement efforts across Recreation programs, facilities, parks, and special events.

The Marketing Manager is responsible for developing and implementing year‑round marketing strategies that support Recreation operations, community programming, and citywide events while working closely with Recreation staff, the City Communications Office, and other City departments to ensure consistent messaging, strong community awareness, and high‑quality promotional materials across all platforms.

This Position Will Enjoy

Paid, on‑site training

Contributions into the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (pension)

Option to enroll in a 457 deferred compensation plan as additional retirement savings

Potential for paid overtime or compensatory time‑off

Free membership to the Blue Ash Recreation Center with eligibility and discounts for family members, and discounts at the Blue Ash Golf Course and Sandtrap Grill

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits

Voluntary benefits of additional life insurance, short‑term disability, accident & critical illness coverage, and a college savings plan

Examples of Duties

Develop and implement marketing plans and promotional efforts for all Recreation programs, events, parks, and facilities

Manage and maintain Parks and Recreation web pages, event listings, and online calendars

Collaborate with the City Communications Office to ensure consistent branding and messaging

Assist with development of promotional materials including all Recreation signage, brochures, flyers, and digital content

Manage Recreation social media platforms, including content calendars, promotional campaigns, and audience engagement

Serve as an active member of the Programs and Event Team, including occasional night and weekend events; assist in managing contracts and negotiations for Recreation events

Serve as primary point of contact for Red, White and Blue Ash performers and agents, coordinating entertainment contracts, promotional needs, and event‑related communications

Coordinate Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies and provide event planning support to all military or veteran‑focused events; manage applications for and communication with Memorial Day parade units

Serve as City liaison to the Blue Ash Veterans Committee, including attending three meetings per year

Typical Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Recreation Administration, Public Relations, or related field preferred

Minimum three years of professional experience in marketing, communications, recreation, or related field

Strong communication skills and an ability to work with all City departments

Strong writing, editing, organizational, and visual communication skills

Website editing and digital communication experience

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office 365

Strong understanding of social media marketing, content scheduling, and audience engagement

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with strong attention to detail

Positive attitude and strong customer service mindset

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment

Physical Requirements
While performing the duties, the employee may be required to move or travel to various work locations, remain in a stationary position, and lift weights up to 30 pounds. The employee may also need to work in a cold/hot environment with proper protection for sustained periods and perform moderate physical actions while training and working. Reasonable accommodation will be made for known physical limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities.

The City of Blue Ash is an EEO/ADA Employer.

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