Communications Manager

The Pacific Forest Trust is seeking a multi-faceted communications professional to serve as print and online content manager for this growing organization. Responsibilities include the creation and distribution of compelling print and online content promoting PFT's programs and accomplishments.

Responsibilities: 

Duties will include production and distribution of news for internal and external constituencies via the PFT website, HTML email blasts, social media platforms, and traditional print vehicles including newsletters and press releases. The Manager will maintain the currency and utility of PFT’s website, news blog and Twitter feed; provide in-house writing and basic graphic design services; contribute to production of presentation and workshop materials, and support media outreach.

Current organizational priorities include advocating for the climate benefits of forests and expanding public understanding and support for conservation of working forests and all their values (wood, water, wildlife and well-being). Be a part of the team that believes environmental sustainability complements economic success.

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Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in content management, website administration, public relations, media outreach, graphic design, writing, editing, journalism and/or marketing communications.
• Degree in Communications, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Information Technology/Computer Science or a similar field preferred.
• Skill with Mac OSX operating system and Mac Office applications in addition to design and/or graphic production skills and familiarity with Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, PowerPoint, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain web pages using content management systems, Dreamweaver or other website languages
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills; demonstrated excellence in producing compelling online content
• Experience with database management (e-Tapestry a plus), online communications and social networking applications
• Ability to gather user data, compile information, and prepare reports
• Systematic, results-oriented person who thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others
• Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant, and professional manner
• Commitment to PFT's mission, vision and values

The Communications Manager is based in the Pacific Forest Trust’s main office located at The Presidio in San Francisco, CA. We also have satellite offices in Corvallis, OR, Seattle, WA, Boston, MA, and Washington, DC.

To Apply:

Submit a cover letter, resume, references and 3 to 5 appropriate work samples (press releases, newsletter articles, blog entries, media campaign materials, marketing brochures, etc.)  In your cover letter, please address the following:

• Describe your experience creating and managing online content or administering a website
• Describe your degree of familiarity with graphic design practices and software
• Describe your experience writing non-media focused content such as web site copy, newsletter articles, marketing materials, blogs, email bulletins, etc.
• Describe your degree of familiarity with land/forest conservation, climate change (especially the role of forests in climate) and natural resource management issues
• Your salary history and expectations

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.  You may submit your application packet electronically or as hard copy.  For electronic submissions, send to Christine Harrison with “Communications Manager” as the subject of your email. For hard copy submission, send to:

The Pacific Forest Trust
1001-A O’Reilly Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94129
Attn:   Communications Manager Search