Position Overview: We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Marketing Associate to join our Marketing and Communications team. This entry-level role will focus on community and corporate partnership engagement, supporting our volunteer and program graduate speaker's bureau, community event opportunities, and coordinating marketing activations for our corporate partnerships, including our innovative Puppy With a Purpose® program. Additionally, this individual will provide administrative support to the entire Marketing and Communications team. 

Key Responsibilities:
• Support the volunteer and program graduate speaker's bureau, including scheduling, logistics, and communication.
• Assist in planning and executing community events to promote the Guide Dog Foundation and America's VetDogs.
• Coordinate marketing activations for corporate partnerships, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and partner expectations.
• Provide administrative support to the Marketing and Communications team, including managing calendars, organizing meetings, and handling correspondence.
• Contribute to the development and distribution of marketing materials, such as brochures, newsletters, and social media content.
• Maintain accurate records of partnerships, events, and marketing activities.
• Collaborate with team members to identify new opportunities for community and corporate engagement.
• Represent the organization at events, as needed, which may include occasional weekend hours.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with social media platforms.
• Graphic design skills, including experience with Canva, Photoshop, and other creative and presentation software a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a creative and collaborative team.
• Passion for nonprofit work and commitment to the missions of the Guide Dog Foundation and America's VetDogs.
• Prior experience in marketing, corporate partnerships, event planning, or community engagement is a plus, but not required.

Work Environment:
• The role is on-site with some scheduling flexibility.
• Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm ET, with potential weekend hours as events require.

Additional Information:
We offer competitive wages, with a starting salary of $20-$23 per hour ($41,600-$47,840 per year), a comprehensive benefits program which includes an outstanding 403(b) plan, health, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement and generous paid time off.

How to Apply:
If you are an eager marketer with a passion for making a positive impact, we invite you to apply and join our mission-driven team. Please submit a cover letter and resume as well as examples of relevant marketing and graphic design work.

To apply email employment@guidedog.org with the subject “Marketing Associate.”

Guide Dog Foundation and America's VetDogs are equal opportunity employers and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Military experienced, veteran candidates are encouraged to apply. The Guide Dog Foundation and America's VetDogs are sister national nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. We provide expertly trained assistance dogs (guide dogs, service dogs, hearing dogs, seizure response dogs and more) to people who are blind or have low vision as well as to veterans, active duty service members, and first responders with physical and/or emotional disabilities free of charge.