Marketing And Public Relations Manager Job at Pike Place Market PDA in Seattle

Overview POSITION TITLE : Marketing and Public Relations Manager (Part-Time 20-25 hours per week)

UPDATED : October 2025

GRADE : (F)

STATUS : Exempt

REPORTS TO : Director of Marketing and Communications

Pike Place Market Background : The Pike Place Market Preservation and Development Authority (PDA) is a non-profit public corporation chartered by the City of Seattle in 1973 to develop, own and operate most of the properties in the nine-acre Pike Place Market Historical District. The PDA is landlord to 170 craftspeople, 120 farmers, 275 residential tenants, and approximately 225 year-round commercial businesses in 12 buildings.

Position Summary

The Marketing & Public Relations Manager will oversee facets of the Marketing department including community engagement, media relations, Market events and programming in the Market historic district. Develop and manage strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, partners and groups to benefit PDA programming and marketing goals. Participates in other marketing efforts that promote Market businesses and events through writing, copy editing, project management and logistical support.

Responsibilities

Strong PR experience to build and maintain a positive public image for the Pike Place Market and share the Market’s story. Create compelling media content, from press releases to targeted pitches that shape public opinion and increase brand awareness.

Maintain a strong writing background; assist with copy writing and editing. Develop written content for Market programs including farmers markets, craft markets, special events, visitor guides, and advertising campaigns.

Respond to and engage with news media globally, arrange visits, schedule interviews, and provide materials to reporters and editors.

Work with Marketing staff to develop and distribute promotional materials.

Plan and coordinate Pike Place Market’s special events and promotions; manage event logistics and marketing, and secure necessary event permits in collaboration with PDA staff, consultants, government agencies, vendors, and others.

Assist Director with budget planning and implementation. Analyze monthly variance reports and provide written comments for Director and Accounting.

Source and promote event rentals (corporate meetings, community programs, internal promotions) to generate new business.

Recruit and organize vendors for Market-sponsored events and programs.

Build and manage a volunteer base to support a robust event lineup.

Serve as a primary staff contact during Market events, prioritizing customer and tenant needs and resolving issues that arise.

Ensure PDA staff and merchants are informed of Market events; assist with newsletters, collateral, press releases, and communications related to events.

Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Must be available to work occasional weekends for signature Market events.

Technical Requirements

Knowledge of Windows-based computers; beginner to intermediate Adobe Creative Suite (comfortable with Photoshop and Illustrator at minimum); Canva; Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with MailChimp, WordPress, and social media platforms.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or related field required. Knowledge of a variety of marketing software programs such as InDesign. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work is performed in an office setting that is non-smoking and may experience temperature variances. The environment is fast-paced and requires the ability to work under pressure with minimal direction. The role requires use of computers, calculator, e-mail, fax, and telephone. The position may require conducting interviews throughout the Market, including stairs and access to restricted or confined spaces, and requires the individual to be ambulatory. Some flexibility in hours is required to complete time-sensitive projects or attend meetings that may extend to 6 : 30 p.m. and may involve weekend work and outdoor activities.

Salary

Salary Scale : DOE and qualifications. Wage will be pro-rated for 20-25 hours per week. Min $72,725; Mid $86,361; Max $99,997.

Application Procedures

Submit Resume and Cover Letter in one of the following manners : E-mail hr@pikeplacemarket.org; Mail 85 Pike Street, Room 500, Seattle, WA 98101 Attn : Human Resources Department; ; or pikeplacemarket.org . This position is open until filled.

Equal Opportunity

The Pike Place Market PDA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from persons of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

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