At the Whatcom Community Foundation, we offer more than just a job. We provide an opportunity to help shape how philanthropy, community leadership, and collective impact are understood and experienced across Whatcom County. As our first full-time Director of Communications & Marketing, you will play a key role in advancing our mission by developing compelling communications strategies, elevating community stories, strengthening donor engagement, and helping build the systems and partnerships that support a thriving community. We value the experience and leadership this role brings, offering a competitive starting salary of $105,000-$115,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. You'll enjoy 20 days of paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, sick leave, and a retirement plan that features a 10% employer contribution to your 401(k) after six months of employment. Our office-first hybrid work environment, based in beautiful Whatcom County, provides opportunities for collaboration while offering flexibility after six months of employment. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, you will work across the organization and with external partners to steward our brand, strengthen community relationships, support fundraising and donor engagement efforts, and communicate the impact of our community investments and leadership initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to build a communications function from the ground up. You will bring both strategic vision and hands-on execution, helping translate complex community issues, partnerships, and opportunities into clear, compelling stories that inspire action and deepen understanding. At Whatcom Community Foundation, we believe in fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, curiosity, and stewardship. We are committed to continuous learning and growth, both individually and collectively. If you're looking for a workplace that values relationships, encourages creativity, embraces collaboration, and supports responsible risk-taking, we invite you to join us in helping make life better for everyone in our community. Learn more and apply at https://whatcomcf.org/director-of-communications-marketing/ We will begin reaching out to the most qualified applicants the week of September 28 to schedule initial screening interviews. The position will remain open until filled. If you have questions about the position or application process, please contact sara@whatcomcf.org.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$105,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Experience:

communications, marketing, or related: 7 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Bellingham, WA 98225 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Bellingham, WA 98225: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person