Marketing & Communications Specialist

Marketing & Communications Specialist

Salary Range $23.56 Hourly Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Education Level 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage None Category Marketing
Description

Marketing & Communications Specialist (Hybrid) – Tell Stories That Change Lives
Every story has the power to inspire hope, build understanding, and strengthen communities. At Lighthouse Youth & Family Services, we're looking for a Marketing & Communications Specialist who can help tell the stories of youth and families overcoming challenges and building brighter futures.
For more than 50 years, Lighthouse has partnered with young people and families to provide services that promote safety, stability, and lasting success. Reporting to the Communications Director, you'll collaborate across programs, development, and leadership to advance our mission through compelling storytelling, community engagement, and strategic communications.
This position offers the opportunity to contribute ideas, shape content strategy, and play a key role in advancing Lighthouse's visibility and community engagement.
What You'll Do
As the Marketing & Communications Specialist, you will support the organization's marketing, communications, and engagement efforts by:
Writing and developing content for email campaigns, newsletters, marketing materials, reports, website content, and other communications
Gathering stories, data, and insights from programs and staff across the organization
Crafting compelling and ethical stories that highlight the impact of Lighthouse's work
Supporting awareness initiatives that strengthen community engagement, advance Lighthouse's reputation, and inspire support for our mission
Assisting with media relations and press releases
Contributing to social media planning and content creation
Supporting fundraising and community events through marketing, logistics, scripts, and event execution
Capturing photos and videos that help document and share the impact of Lighthouse programs, events, and community engagement efforts.
Assisting with website updates and content management
Ensuring consistency in Lighthouse's brand voice and messaging across all communications
Qualifications

The ideal candidate is:
An exceptional writer and storyteller
Comfortable building relationships across programs and interacting with youth, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners
Organized and able to manage multiple priorities
Creative, collaborative, and adaptable
Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy
Passionate about mission-driven work and community impact
Required
Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of two years of marketing, communications, public relations, or related experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, or similar design tools
Familiarity with email marketing platforms
Experience writing for multiple audiences and communication channels
Experience interviewing sources and developing human-interest stories
Basic photography and videography skills
Work Environment
This hybrid position includes both remote and in-office work, with regular on-site collaboration, event coverage, and community engagement. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required for events and special projects.
Why Lighthouse?
When you join Lighthouse, you'll be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to helping young people and families heal, grow, and reach their full potential. We value our employees and are committed to supporting their well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance.
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays
Retirement plan
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Professional development opportunities
Mission-driven culture focused on collaboration, inclusion, and impact
Apply today and help tell the stories that inspire hope, connection, and change.