Regional Marketing & Communications Associate

Job Description

Job Description

About Mass Audubon
Mass Audubon is the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England. Founded in 1896 by two women who fought for the protection of birds, Mass Audubon carries on their legacy by focusing on the greatest challenges facing the environment today: the loss of biodiversity, inequitable access to nature, and climate change. With the help of our 160,000 members and supporters, we protect wildlife, conserve and restore resilient land, advocate for impactful environmental policies, offer nationally recognized education programs for adults and children, and provide endless opportunities to experience the outdoors at our wildlife sanctuaries. Explore, find inspiration, and take action at massaudubon.org. 

About This Position
Mass Audubon is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Regional Marketing and Communications Associate who will be responsible for the marketing and communications of several wildlife sanctuaries including, but not limited to, Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Joppa Flats Education Center, Pawtucket Farm Wildlife Sanctuary, and Endicott Wildlife Sanctuary, which houses Ipswich River Nature Preschool. Additionally, this individual may be tasked with supporting communications for additional projects as needed. This full-time position will be a hybrid of remote work (50%) and working out of Topsfield and Newburyport (50%), with regular travel to Lincoln, Lowell, and Wenham.

Application Instructions
Please submit a resume and cover letter with your ADP application.

Responsibilities

• Identify sanctuary- and regionally-based stories that will inspire people to visit, attend a program, become a member, and donate
• Manage site-based Facebook and Instagram accounts and produce regular content that both engages and promotes
• Produce regular enews as well as one-off emails, as needed
• Provide local PR support in coordination with Public Relations Director
• Provide strategic input on public programs and editorial direction on program descriptions; promote programs via owned and external channels
• Monitor and maintain appropriate signage in partnership with Visitor Experience Manager
• Keep sanctuary webpages up-to-date, including creating news stories as needed that promote visitation and programs while also highlighting sanctuary work related to Mass Audubon’s mission
• Ensure image collection is up to date, adding new imagery to fill gaps while removing old images that are no longer needed
• Attend weekend and/or evening special events to capture stories, video, and photos as needed
• Coordinate with Design Manager on any design needs, including but not limited to flyers, posters, graphics, postcards, etc.

Qualifications
At Mass Audubon, our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our described qualifications or you have a less traditional background. We are looking for applicants with the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups, exercise cultural humility, and implement best practices in inclusion
• Excellent project management skills including facilitating collaborative content generation
• Experience managing social media accounts
• Ability to work as an effective team member, as well as independently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop)
• Ability to multi-task, pay attention to detail, and meet deadlines
• Flexibility and willingness to pitch in as needed
• Experience taking marketing-quality photographs

Compensation, Benefits and Perks
This position’s pay range is $24.50-$26.00 per hour; actual rate of pay will reflect level of experience and qualifications relative to position requirements. 

Benefits eligible staff at Mass Audubon may elect to enroll in medical, dental, and vision plans. Mass Audubon also offers disability and life insurance plans, a retirement plan, and Flexible Spending Account options. Mass Audubon employment also includes access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through and the Reciprocity Agreement through the Consortium of Non-Profit Arts/Cultural/Environmental Organizations of New England. Mass Audubon employees enjoy 13 paid holidays (holidays may shift annually due to where days fall within calendar).

Work Schedule
Regular schedule of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Occasional evenings and weekends due to events may be required.

Other Requirements
Employees must successfully complete a CORI and SORI Background Check and a Motor Vehicle Record (if applicable) is required.

Mass Audubon’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Justice
Mass Audubon embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are dedicated to forming a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Mass Audubon’s mission is to “protect the nature of Massachusetts for people and for wildlife” by building a strong coalition of employees, volunteers, and community members. We recognize that the environmental movement and field of conservation have been affected by societal systems that have limited opportunity and access for many people. As a result, Mass Audubon is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We are engaged in an ongoing process of organizational assessment and change, designed to remove barriers and create a workplace where all forms of diversity are recognized and valued.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Mass Audubon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Mass Audubon prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.