The Communications Director leads the development and execution of NAEMT's integrated communications strategy to strengthen the organization's reputation, advance its strategic priorities, and increase engagement with members, partners, policymakers, and other key stakeholders. This role provides vision and leadership for marketing communications, brand management, and public relations. This is a fully remote position. 

• Develops and leads a comprehensive communications strategy that aligns with NAEMT's strategic plan; coordinates across departments to create and manage annual communications plan and content calendar by channel; establishes a process that brings together internal priorities, external moments, and contributor responsibilities
• Directs NAEMT's brand strategy and messaging framework utilizing defined target audiences, segmentation, and consistency; identifies external opportunities to strengthen NAEMT's visibility and influence
• Leads the development and execution of integrated marketing and communications campaigns in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external agency, ensuring initiatives support organizational objectives, educational programs, advocacy efforts, and membership growth, and non-dues revenue
• Utilizes content marketing to drive engagement and build awareness through compelling audience-focused blog posts, website updates, emails, and social media; contributes to content development and platform management as needed
• Establishes key performance indicators (KPIs) and evaluates communications effectiveness across channels through analytics, audience research, and engagement metrics; uses data-driven insights to adapt strategies
• Oversees fulfillment of advertising and promotional obligations outlined in corporate partnership agreements, memoranda of understanding, and other organizational commitments
• Serves as the primary point of contact for press inquiries, drafts press releases, statements, and talking points; monitors media coverage relevant to the association and ensures stakeholders are aware of key topics of interest
• Manages staff and freelancers, establishing priorities and ensuring operational excellence across the communications function
• Provides on-site support at NAEMT meetings and tradeshow exhibits, as needed

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong editing and proofreading skills with high attention to detail
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Experience managing creative content development, brand voice, public relations, and corporate communications initiatives
• Ability to collaborate effectively with leadership, marketing team, stakeholders, and external partners
• Experience with digital communications, social media management, and content marketing best practices
• Proficiency with communication and design tools such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or related platforms
• Understanding of CMS management (e.g., website updates), email marketing platforms, social media channels, and basic SEO awareness
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide creative direction and mentor team members

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, marketing, communications or equivalent professional experience
• 5+ years of relevant management experience
• Experience working with professional associations, healthcare preferred
• Experience in government relations communications preferred
• CAE preferred

About National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians

www.naemt.org Formed in 1975 and over 100,000 members strong, the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) is the only national association representing the professional interests of paramedics, advanced emergency medical technicians, emergency medical technicians, emergency medical responders and other professionals providing prehospital and out-of-hospital emergent, urgent or preventive medical care.NAEMT members work in all sectors of EMS, including government service agencies, fire departments, hospital-based ambulance services, private companies, industrial and special operations settings, and in the military. They also work in hospitals, clinics and other healthcare settings.NAEMT serves its members by advocating on issues that impact their ability to provide quality patient care, providing high quality education that improves the knowledge and skills of practitioners, and supporting EMS research and innovation.

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