The Conservancy is seeking an experienced Communications Associate to strategically and creatively advance the Conservancy’s visibility, reputation, and relevance with multiple constituencies, donors and members, recreational user groups, the media, and park visitors and enthusiasts. This position works to expand the Conservancy’s audience and support base by creating mass and highly specialized communications to inspire our community to join, give, attend
events, and volunteer.
EssentialDuties/Responsibilities
1. Build and promote the Conservancy’s brand through accurate, engaging print and digital marketing
2. Create and oversee the production of the Conservancy’s Quarterly newsletter, employee newsletter, monthly community update email, blog posts, and other content as assigned
3. Contribute to social media, email campaigns, print ads, digital ads, and website updates to boost engagement and donations
4. Participating in outreach efforts to keep the Conservancy’s audience informed and inspired
5. Manage the work of freelance graphic designers, proofreaders, donor photographers, and other contractors and volunteers
6. Maintain an organized photo library
7. Work with stakeholders across multiple disciplines including conservancy and Rocky Mountain National Park staff, volunteers, media, and communications
professionals
Skills & Requirements
1. Enthusiasm for protecting Rocky Mountain National Park and public lands
2. Enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
3. Organized, detail-oriented, and can handle multiple projects
4. Communicates clearly and effectively
5. Can work some evenings and weekends and occasionally travel
Experience
1. A minimum of 2+ years of experience in marketing/communications – 5+ years preferred
2. Experience with O365, including SharePoint and Teams, or equivalent required
3. Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Meta Business Suite, Constant Contact, WordPress, SmugMug, or equivalent(s) preferred
4. Experience in creating robust newsletters, annual reports, etc. is a plus
5. Experience working for a government agency and/or non-profit is preferred
Education or Formal Training
BA/BS or equivalent experience, preferably in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field.
Requirements to apply
Must have a cover letter, resume, two recent writing samples, and a list of at least three professional references
NOTE:
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.