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Description
Since 1958, Greenbelt Alliance has been the San Francisco Bay Area's advocate for open spaces and vibrant places.
Position Overview:
The Communications Associate will be responsible for supporting Greenbelt Alliance's online and new media presence and helping to promote Greenbelt Alliance's message in a clear, compelling, and consistent way to a growing audience. The ideal candidate will be web savvy with html knowledge and a strong writer with an eye for good design.
The Communications Associate will report to the Communications Director and will work closely with the entire Greenbelt Alliance team, to support Greenbelt Alliance's efforts to protect open space and encourage infill development in the Bay Area. See Greenbelt and Grow Smart Bay Area to learn more about our work.
Responsibilities:
Writing and Editing:
The Communications Associate will edit and design content for Greenbelt Alliance's email newsletters and targeted email campaigns. The Communications Associate will also help write for the Grow Smart Bay Area blog, and post on Facebook, twitter, and other social media.
The Communications Associate will also have the opportunity to help edit, plan, and write stories for Greenbelt Alliance's quarterly newsletter and annual report.
Online Communications:
The Communications Associate will be responsible for assuring that Greenbelt Alliance's websites are updated and suggest ways to improve the websites and increase traffic. The Communications Associate will also work with field staff to send targeted email messages about campaigns and outings.
Communications Support:
The Communications Associate will help all Greenbelt Alliance departments create materials that further the organization's mission. This will involve editing documents, helping with graphic design and layout, and supporting media work as needed.
Qualifications:
The Communications Associate will be enthusiastic and self-motivated with some combination of the following qualifications:
- Outstanding writing skills.
- Experience with online communications.
- Experience with website maintenance and design using Dreamweaver.
- Excellent oral communication skills.
- Editing experience or aptitude.
- Ability to work effectively in teams and in collaboration with others.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people and constituencies.
- Experience and skill in prioritizing and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Commitment to sustainable community development and environmental protection.
- A good sense of humor.
The Communications Associate will have a bachelor's degree and at least 1-2 years of experience in online communications, writing and editing, with at least 1-2 years experience in a nonprofit environment. Graphic design experience (especially with InDesign and Photoshop) is a strong plus.
The Communications Associate will work out of the San Francisco office. Candidates for the position should have a valid California Driver's License and be willing to travel throughout the Bay Area; access to a car is helpful but not required.
The Communications Associate will generally work during regular office hours, with the possibility of occasional weekend or evening events.
Most importantly, the Communications Associate will be committed to promoting livable communities and protecting the Bay Area's greenbelt for this and future generations.
Compensation: The salary is commensurate with experience. Medical and dental insurance provided as well as short-term disability, flexible spending, and 403(b) accounts. Generous vacation package.
Deadline: Applications will be accepted until December 4, 2009.
To Apply:
Please send a resume and cover letter.
Greenbelt Alliance
Attn: Communications Associate Search
631 Howard Street, Suite 510
San Francisco, CA 94105