Development and Marketing Director

Organization

Port Townsend Marine Science Center

Job Posted

February 22, 2025

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Remote

No

Contact Name

Diane Quinn

Contact Email

jobs@ptmsc.org

Deadline to Apply

Location

1001 Water St
Port Townsend, WA
United States
The Port Townsend Marine Science Center seeks an experienced leader with a passion for the conservation of the Salish Sea to join our team as the Director of Development and Marketing. Work with us to fulfill our mission of empowering conservation for a thriving Salish Sea by welcoming people to discover and delight in the incredible biodiversity of this body of water. We do this through our exhibits, public programs and citizen science partnerships.

Summary

The Director of Development and Marketing will be responsible for the planning and implementation of all of the organization’s Marketing and Development strategies, communications, and public relations activities, both external and internal. They will direct the efforts of the Marketing and Development staff and coordinate at the strategic and tactical levels with other functions of the organization. They will lead the organization through the planning and execution of a capital campaign in support of the remodeling of its historic downtown property. As a key member of the management staff, this person inspires excellence in current development and marketing activities while providing leadership to develop and implement the planned growth.

Qualified applicants will have a graduate degree or equivalent in nonprofit management, preferably in development and marketing with demonstrated excellence in building relationships with donors and constituents. Previous experience leading a capital campaign would be strongly preferred.

At PTMSC we value collaboration generated by a positive, friendly environment. In addition to departmental responsibilities, team members have opportunities to participate in special projects, represent the science center at events, and advance their professional development.

How to Apply:

Find the full description for the Development and Marketing Director position on our website at PTMSC - Work for Us.

This position is open until filled. Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Please email a copy of your resume and cover letter to jobs@ptmsc.org, with the subject "Development and Marketing Director". Please address your cover letter to Diane Quinn, Executive Director.

All PTMSC personnel decisions are made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, physical, mental, or sensory disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other aspect unrelated to the purposes of this organization. Equal employment opportunity ensures that all employee actions are taken for job-related reasons.

Compensation Information

This is a salaried, full-time position (40 hours/week), located in the PTMSC administrative office in downtown Port Townsend. The pay range is $78,500 to $82,000/annually, depending on experience. Benefits include medical and dental coverage with 90% of the company’s group plan premiums paid by PTMSC. Benefits also include generous paid time off, including paid sick leave and personal leave. Employees may optionally participate in our 403b retirement plan.