Marketing specialist (Oak Ridge, TN), Emory Valley Center (Full-time) at Emory Valley Center

Marketing Specialist

• Starting Rate of Pay: $23 per hour (BOE)

• Benefits: Vision, Dental, Medical, Paid Time Off (PTO), Retirement Plan, and more!

The Emory Valley Center

At the Emory Valley Center in Oak Ridge, TN, everything we do is about the people we support—adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who deserve the chance to live full, meaningful lives. For over 70 years, we’ve walked alongside these incredible individuals, helping them achieve greater independence, connect with their communities, and reach their personal goals. Whether it’s supporting someone in their first job, helping a child find their voice through therapy, or creating a safe, welcoming home, our team plays a vital role in life-changing moments every day. If you're looking for more than just a job—if you want to be inspired, uplifted, and part of something truly special—we’d love for you to join us.

Marketing Specialist

Emory Valley Center (EVC) is seeking a creative, organized, and community-minded Marketing Specialist to join our team! This position supports all communications, marketing, development, fundraising, and public relations efforts to advance our mission of providing inclusive opportunities for people with intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities. This role is primarily office-based but includes community engagement, event support, and occasional visits to EVC programs and homes. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

• Manage and grow the donor database.
• Assist in planning and coordinating fundraising events.
• Support community events and activities (some nights/weekends required).
• Develop and produce promotional and educational materials for EVC programs.
• Oversee the agency website and all social media platforms.
• Write newsletters, articles, press releases, and coordinate with local media.
• Assist with advocacy initiatives and other projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, Business Administration, or related field, or applicable two (2) years of experience.

• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Confident in public speaking and community engagement.
• Knowledge of fundraising tools and marketing strategies.
• Excellent time management with ability to handle multiple projects.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism (HIPAA compliance required).

Benefits

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Gym Membership and more!

If you're interested in applying for the Residential Manager role, or learning more about Emory Valley Center, please apply via the provided links or contact Michelle Whitt at [email protected]

Emory Valley is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Center to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.