Communications Manager

Mount Angel Abbey is a private Roman Catholic seminary, university, and community of Benedictine monks near the city of Mt. Angel, Oregon, United States.

General Summary: Reports to the Director of Development and collaborates with colleagues and monks. Develops and implements a communications strategy and programs that inspire interest affection and support for the mission of Mound Angel Abbey. Responsible for varied and integrated communications products and services, including: magazine, newsletter, direct mail, event collateral, web and online communications, photography, videography, media relations and marketing

Essential Functions: * Manage the development, design and execution of the overall communication program that serves Mount Angel Abbey and the Abbey Foundation of Oregon. * Raise the Abbey’s visibility and enhance its reputation, serving as a key communications strategist. * Articulate the Abbey’s mission and the monks’ way of life with sensitivity and verve. * Communicate a clear vision and consistent messages to external and internal stakeholders including the public, Catholic community, donors, alumni, friends, employees and students. * Oversee the Communications budget and resource allocations, and manage external contractors and vendors. * Manage vendors, such as writers, photographers, videographers and designers. * Create and communicate well-organized plans. * Coordinate printing and mail house projects with Abbey Press Services. * Complete work using superior writing, editing, graphic design, interviewing and project management skills, as well as tact, diplomacy and excellent judgment.

Required Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of experience, training and education. * Five (5) years of experience in communications or related field. * Exceptional written, editorial and oral communication skills. * Superior organizational and time management skills. * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. * Proven experience with web, social media, and other electronic communications. * Graphic design and media relations proficiency, preferred. * Ability to collaborate effectively with others. * Ability to express clearly and persuasively the mission and impact of Mount Angel Abbey and Seminary. * Ability to manage program budget. * Computer proficiency required. Ability to use project management and graphic design software, preferred. * Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends. * Commitment to building positive relationships with colleagues, vendors, and constituents. * Working knowledge of the Catholic Church. An understanding of a Catholic Abbey and Seminary preferred. * Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner which facilitates positive working relationships with customers, monks, co-workers and management. * Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job