Marketing & Communications Specialist (Hybrid)

Job Summary 

Every story has the power to inspire hope, build understanding, and strengthen communities. At Lighthouse Youth & Family Services, we're looking for a creative and passionate Marketing & Communications Specialist who can help share 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 with program staff, development, and agency leadership to advance our mission through strategic communications, compelling storytelling, and meaningful community engagement.

If you're a strong writer, creative thinker, and relationship builder who believes in the power of storytelling to create change, we'd love to hear from you.

• Writing and developing content for email campaigns, newsletters, annual reports, marketing materials, website content, and other communications.
• Gathering stories, data, and insights from programs and staff across the organization.
• Creating compelling, ethical, and mission-centered stories that highlight the impact of Lighthouse's work.
• Supporting awareness campaigns that strengthen community engagement, increase visibility, and inspire support for our mission.
• Assisting with media relations, press releases, and public relations initiatives.
• Contributing to social media planning, content creation, and engagement strategies.
• Supporting fundraising and community events through marketing, event logistics, promotional materials, scripts, and onsite execution.
• Capturing photos and videos that document and showcase the impact of Lighthouse programs, events, and community partnerships.
• Assisting with website updates and content management.
• Ensuring consistency in Lighthouse's brand voice, messaging, and visual identity across all communication channels.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• An exceptional writer with strong storytelling abilities.
• Comfortable building relationships across programs and engaging with youth, families, staff, volunteers, donors, and community partners.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Creative, collaborative, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Passionate about mission-driven work and creating meaningful community impact.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Minimum of two years of professional experience in marketing, communications, public relations, or a related field.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, or similar graphic design platforms.
• Experience using email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp or Constant Contact.
• Experience writing for multiple audiences across print, digital, and social media channels.
• Experience conducting interviews and developing human-interest stories.
• Basic photography, videography, and photo/video editing skills.
• Experience with website content management systems (CMS) is a plus.

Work Environment:

This hybrid position offers a combination of remote and in-office work, with regular onsite collaboration, community engagement, and event coverage. Occasional evening and weekend hours are required to support agency events, fundraising initiatives, and special projects.

Why Join Lighthouse?

At Lighthouse Youth & Family Services, you'll become part of a mission-driven team committed to helping young people and families heal, grow, and thrive. We foster a collaborative, inclusive workplace where employees are valued and supported in their professional growth and well-being.

Compensation:  

Salary: $23. 73/hour

Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Hybrid work environment
• Collaborative, inclusive, and mission-focused culture

Salary: 

If you're excited about using your creativity and communication skills to inspire hope, strengthen communities, and help tell the stories that matter most, we encourage you to apply today.

Join Lighthouse Youth & Family Services and help amplify the voices of youth and families while making a lasting difference in our community.