Job Posting: https://nmelc.org/employment/

 

Communications Specialist

The Communications Specialist will lead the organization’s internal and external communications, and will create communications’ processes that further the organization’s mission.

Job Location:

NMELC is currently following a remote work plan given the continued pandemic. Opportunities for working remotely beyond the pandemic can be negotiated.

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time/exempt annual salary of $45,000-$48,000 depending on experience.  After a qualifying period, benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, 403(b), and paid leave.

Duties & Responsibilities

Develop and implement an effective communications strategy that will help to organize and expand the presence of the law center

Write, edit, and distribute content, including publications, press releases, website content, annual reports, speeches, and other marketing material that communicates the organization’s mission and on-going activities

Actively engage and work with communities the law center serves and represents as part of building a strong communications process

Develop ongoing communications-related strategies including campaigns, community engagement, public education, among others

Manage and expand the organization’s presence across various social media platforms

Coordinate with appropriate staff to respond to media inquiries and arrange interviews

Establish and maintain effective relationships with the press and maintain a media database

Seek opportunities to enhance the reputation of the organization and its work, and help to coordinate ongoing events

Work closely with Development Team and other staff to create, coordinate, and manage communications and campaigns

Required Skills

Must embrace the Law Center’s mission and be dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment

Knowledge of effective communication and marketing techniques and the importance of centering diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout

Excellent writing and editing skills

Strong organizational, problem-solving, time-management, planning skills and experience

Proficiency in design and publishing software

Proficiency in all social media platforms including knowledge of social media best practices and use

Experience in web design and publication, preferably using WordPress and/or Wix

Excellent interpersonal skills and solid public speaking ability

Ability to make complex and controversial issues more understandable

Creative, self-starter attitude

Organized and inspiring team leader and member

Preferred Skills

Bilingual (Especially Spanish and/or Native Languages)

Education and/or experience working with LGBTQIA, frontline, and Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) communities

Education and/or experience with environmental justice issues

Graphic design experience

Audio/Video editing experience (e.g. creating short videos/ads and/or podcasts)

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree and at least 2-4 years of demonstrated experience working in communications, public relations, and/or marketing

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds at a time. Periodic ability to travel long distances.

 

Application Deadline: September 21, 2020