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Position Summary

The Digital Marketing and Communications Manager is a full-time, permanent position that manages omni-channel digital strategies to reach and engage key audience groups to support Bellevue College's strategic priorities. The Digital Marketing and Communications Manager will drive the development and growth of channels through innovative marketing and communications best practices.

Key responsibilities include email marketing, digital advertising, and maintaining content management systems for strategic college priorities, internal digital communications, and digital outcomes reporting. The Manager will be someone who seeks to learn new things, who likes solving problems, who contributes to a positive team dynamic, and who can achieve deadlines. This position will report to the Director of Marketing and Communications and will partner closely with other members of the Marketing and Communications and Website teams, as well as key cross-campus stakeholders to ensure projects are goal-focused, efficient, on-time, on-brand, and produced to meet standards of excellence.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

Position Salary Range : $78,777 / year - $114,227 / year

The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Typically, new hire starts no higher than $87,639 based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, which means that you are not eligible for overtime pay.

About The College

Bellevue College is a vibrant, student-centered institution located just 10 miles east of Seattle. Serving one of the most diverse student populations in Washington - we are proud to reflect the global community we serve.

As an employer, Bellevue College is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered. We believe that our faculty and staff are essential partners in fulfilling our mission, and we prioritize professional growth, collaboration, and innovation in everything we do. Employees at Bellevue College benefit from opportunities to expand their skills, contribute to meaningful work that changes lives, and engage in a community that is deeply committed to inclusion.

We are dedicated to creating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive, and where the contributions of every employee help shape both the success of our students and the vitality of the region. At Bellevue College, you will find a community that supports your goals, values your voice, and celebrates your impact.

For more about Bellevue College's impact, visit Facts at a Glance.

About the Department

Bellevue College's Marketing and Communications team leads branding, marketing, communications, creative, and digital strategy. The department helps advance the college priorities through a variety of campaigns, stories, and newsletters, and serves as the central branding, marketing, and communications office. Based within Institutional Advancement, the department leads integrated efforts to advance the college's reputation, resources, and relationships. Institutional Advancement is the external-facing division of Bellevue College, which includes marketing, creative services, communications and public relations, web services, the KBCS radio station, and the Bellevue College Foundation.

Essential Functions

Manage and implement digital strategies to support the college's strategic enrollment priorities.

• Use technology stack (TargetX, YouVisit, Naviance, etc.) to increase inquiries, applications, and enrollment of new students to support enrollment goals. Develop conditional content for personalized communications based on user behaviors such as completed relevant actions, past email engagement, and website interactions (content downloads, site page visits, etc.)
• Under the supervision of the Director of Marketing and Communications, map prospective student customer journeys from different sources, i.e. recruitment fairs, digital ads, organic search, Bellevue College website inquiries.
• Collaborate with Information Technology manager, creative services manager, and academic department program managers to execute effective digital marketing. Launch program-specific and timely digital advertising campaigns.
• Conduct audit of digital marketing strategies and materials of academic programs. Assess marketing readiness and make recommendations to improve existing content.

Manage and execute quarterly marketing campaigns

Analyzing and reporting

Implement and manage email communications and marketing to prospective students

Manage and implement digital efforts to other key audience segments

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her / his / their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check :

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law.

Check frequently in your inbox, spam, junk, clutter email folders for any communication regarding the next steps from Bellevue College and our background check partners.

Reference Check :

Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and / or past job duties.

Other Information

How To Apply

Applications received by 12 / 30 / 2025 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled.

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.

Required application materials :

Contact :

If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at jobs@bellevuecollege.edu

EEO Statement

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu / policies / . The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies : Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC / 504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu .