Communications & Marketing Specialist

HEALTHIERHERE • Seattle, WA

13d • $38 - $48 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Communications & Marketing Specialist plays a key role in advancing HealthierHere’s mission by managing and maintaining core internal and external communications channels, supporting integrated marketing initiatives, and producing clear, compelling written content that reflects HealthierHere’s values and commitment to health equity. Reporting to the Associate Director of Communications, this role is responsible for the day-to-day execution of content across channels such as HealthierHere’s website, social media platforms, newsletters, and internal communications tools. The Specialist ensures that content is accurate, accessible, timely, and aligned with organizational priorities, while helping bring larger communications and marketing campaigns to life through strong coordination, copywriting, and content publishing. This position is well-suited for an early-career communications professional who is social media-savvy, organized, and excited to build experience in nonprofit and health-related communications. The Communications & Marketing Specialist collaborates closely with the Communications & Marketing Manager and Multimedia Storyteller and works across teams to support storytelling, marketing, engagement, and outreach efforts that strengthen HealthierHere’s impact across King County.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in communications, marketing, digital media, or a related field
• Experience supporting integrated marketing and communications campaigns
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, accessible, audience-appropriate content.
• Experience managing or contributing to digital communications channels such as websites, email newsletters, and social media platforms
• Fluent in emerging social media and digital marketing trends and best practices
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a collaborative environment
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful engagement with diverse communities
• Ability to take direction, incorporate feedback, and learn new tools and processes
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), email marketing platforms, and social media management and social listening tools

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a nonprofit, health care, public health, or social services setting
• Basic experience reviewing or interpreting digital analytics (e.g., email open rates, website traffic, social engagement)
• Experience in B2B marketing
• Familiarity with HubSpot, or other Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools
• Fluency or professional proficiency in languages spoken by King County communities

Responsibilities

• Channel & Content Management Manage and maintain HealthierHere’s owned communications channels, including website, social media platforms, email newsletters, and internal communications tools (e.g., intranet or staff updates).
• Draft, edit, and publish content across print and digital channels, ensuring consistency with brand and editorial standards, and accessibility best practices
• Support implementation of the organizational editorial calendar by scheduling and publishing content in coordination with the Communications & Marketing Manager and Multimedia Storyteller.
• Monitor content accuracy, broken links, outdated information, and general channel hygiene, flagging updates and opportunities for improvement.
• Copywriting & Content Development Write clear, engaging, plain-language copy for a range of uses, including social media posts, email newsletters, website content, event promotions, internal announcements, and marketing materials.
• Support content adaptation and repurposing across platforms (e.g., turning long-form content into social posts or email highlights).
• Collaborate with the Multimedia Storyteller to pair written content with visual and multimedia assets for campaigns and storytelling initiatives.
• Campaign & Marketing Coordination Support the coordination and execution of marketing and communications campaigns.
• Assist with the development and coordination of paid strategies, including drafting ad copy, gathering assets, and publishing ads Support basic performance tracking for digital channels (e.g., email engagement, website traffic, social media metrics) and share insights with the Communications & Marketing Manager
• Internal Communications Support Assist with drafting and distributing internal communications to support staff engagement, organizational alignment, and timely information-sharing.
• Help maintain internal communications resources, templates, and documentation, including the Intranet Collaboration & Administrative Support Collaborate with staff across the organization to gather information, coordinate content requests, and ensure timely communications support.
• Support communications team operations, including maintaining shared calendars, content libraries, and documentation.
• Stay current on digital communications trends, tools, and best practices relevant to nonprofit and health-related communications.
• Provide communications and marketing support for hybrid, virtual, and in-person convenings as needed

Benefits

• 100% coverage of employee premiums for select medical, dental, and vision plans
• Up to 6% match on your 403(b)-retirement plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Group and voluntary life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off, up to 13 paid holidays, sick leave, and mental health days
• A wellness benefit to support your personal well-being journey
• Professional development allowance to invest in your growth
• Hybrid work model with 2 days a week in our downtown Seattle office

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level