Communications & Outreach Director
To express interest in this position, please email your resume and a cover letter to info@drckansas.org
Job Type: Full-time
Description: The Communications and Outreach Director leads and manages the communications and outreach activities of the Disability Rights Center (DRC) of Kansas. The Communications and Outreach Director manages tasks associated with outreach, communications/public relations, marketing, publications, training/presentation coordination and other relevant tasks.
Education: Bachelor's (Required)
Experience: Communications or Outreach: 1 year (Preferred)
Qualifications:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including courteous and respectful style and demeanor.
- Appropriate computer skills and knowledge at the intermediate to advanced level (including graphic design experience or knowledge, expertise with customary office software applications, and working knowledge of desktop publishing software).
- Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills.
- Strong commitment to DRC’s mission and providing professional communications skills that help address the needs of individuals with disabilities.
- Ability to travel throughout the State as needed. Working in DRC’s office in Topeka, KS is required.
Salary: $50K-$55K per year, depending on experience. *If salary history and experience dictate, starting salary may be greater than $55K.
Benefits: DRC Kansas is a non-profit, 501c3, disability rights advocacy agency. DRC Kansas advocates for the human, legal and civil rights of Kansans with disabilities. We protect the disability rights of Kansans with disabilities, including the right to be free from abuse, neglect and exploitation.
DRC has a long history of investing in our employees by providing competitive employee raises. We also provide outstanding benefits. DRC pays 100% of the individual employee’s BCBS health insurance premium. We provide a great public pension retirement program (KPERS). Cafeteria-type options are also available. A hybrid work schedule is available for those who want it (2 days in the office, 3 days teleworking from home). Come work in a fun, flexible, and supportive work environment. Find your work-life balance here.