Marketing Associate

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Description

At the Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon (VRCCO), you will become a vital member of a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care. Our approach combines a commitment to compassionate, individualized care with evidence-based practices, ensuring strong connections between our staff and the patient-guests and pet parents we serve. Here, you will discover a culture founded on teamwork, compassion, and going beyond expectations—leading to a fulfilling and impactful career in veterinary medicine.

Why Choose VRCCO?

VRCCO is recognized as a leader in advanced pet care, offering a diverse range of specialty and emergency services designed to meet the needs of our community. We currently provide dermatology, internal medicine, medical oncology, surgery, ophthalmology, neurology, physical rehabilitation, urgent care, and emergency services. To improve the experience for our patients and help support our amazing team we have created a purpose built veterinary hospital campus, with a 26,000 sq. ft. facility to serve our community. As we work together to prioritize the well-being of our patient guests, we are equally dedicated to our heroes (employees). We invest in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to support your health and well-being, both now and in the future.

We are the only organization with Vet Cadets Childcare and Ponch’s Place located at our flagship location and only a short drive from our Urgent Care facility. VRCCO has been Great Place To Work Certified since 2021. Come see the difference for yourself and be a part of our team. With abundant opportunities for continuing education and career advancement, you can develop a long and successful career with us.

Requirements

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Marketing Associate to join our growing team. This mid-level role is ideal for a marketing professional with 1-3 years of experience who is comfortable wearing multiple hats. The ideal candidate will support cross-functional marketing initiatives through effective communication, event marketing coordination, intermediate-level design work, and administrative support.

This is a part time opportunity starting at 20 hours/week. Additional hours or moving it to a full-time position in the future is a likely option.

Marketing Communications & Coordination

• Assist in the planning, creation and distribution of internal and external marketing communications (email campaigns, newsletters, social posts, etc.)
• Track & organize incoming internal and external content for use in social media campaigns
• Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and tags across social platforms
• Coordinate between marketing department, operations, veterinary teams, etc to ensure timely execution of campaigns
• Help manage content calendars and ensure deadlines are met across projects
• Become the liaison for marketing initiatives between VRCCO, Ponch’s Place and Vet Cadets Childcare
  
  

Event Logistics

• Support the planning and execution of internal and community events
• Coordinate logistics such as vendor management, registration/attendee communication management, promotional materials, and post-event follow-up
• Distribute event marketing across web and social platforms
• Track event budgets and ensure timely delivery of event-related items.
  
  

Design & Creative Support

• Create and/or edit marketing collateral using design tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma or similar platforms.
• Work within brand guidelines to develop visually appealing assets (flyers, social media graphics, presentations, etc.)
• Support the Content Marketing Manager with campaign asset creation
  
  

Administrative & Operational Support

• Maintain marketing databases and file systems, ensuring files/records are up-to-date and organized
• Help with material ordering and tracking, budget tracking, and vendor/partner communications
• Provide scheduling and logistical support for marketing team initiatives
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Design, or related field
• 1-3 years of marketing experience
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva, Figma and intermediate Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) or equivalent
• Familiarity with CRM systems and marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp)
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to jump in wherever needed
  
  

Benefits Highlights

• Working with a team that won’t let you down!
• Profit sharing available for all heroes (employees)
  
  

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are passionate about veterinary care and are excited to grow alongside a team of like-minded individuals, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of the Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon family—where we go beyond expectations, every day!

Visit https://vrcvet.com/veterinary-jobs/ to learn more!