Communication Specialist

Requirements Implement communications strategies and tactics aligned with GGRC's mission and priorities Maintain communication planning tools, calendars, and coordination systems Coordinate editorial calendars, cross-team content workflows, and messaging across teams to ensure consistency and alignment Track deliverables, timelines, and dependencies across multiple projects Ensure that requests that come through the website contact and elsewhere are routed to the appropriate department Serve as a quality control lead across all communications, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with established standards Ensure all communications meet accessibility and inclusion standards (plain language, ADA compliance, multilingual access where appropriate) Manage and maintain communications channels, including website, social media, newsletters, and publications Use analytics, feedback, and community input to spot gaps or inconsistencies and drive continuous improvement Support department teams in developing and delivering clear, consistent communications; maintain feedback loops that surface staff insights; and ensure materials are accurate, timely, and aligned with organizational priorities Serve as a resource and partner to staff, helping them communicate clearly and effectively Reinforce best practices in accessible, inclusive, and respectful communication Support storytelling efforts by helping staff identify and capture compelling stories that reflect GGRC's impact Coordinate communications to priority audiences, including individuals with developmental disabilities, families, providers, policymakers, and community partners Support coordination of communications for time-sensitive or high-visibility issues Help track external developments (policy, media, community context) and flag implications Prepare leadership and board-facing materials Requirements Master's preferred. Require BA (Communication, marketing, Business, literature, or related) 5–8+ years of experience in communications, public affairs, or a related field Experience managing Social media for similar organizations Experience coordinating communications across teams or departments Demonstrated experience supporting disability inclusion, accessibility, and respectful representation Preferred: Experience in disability services, healthcare, statewide government or regulatory agencies Familiarity with legislative and public policy processes Experience working in multi-stakeholder or highly regulated environments Experience with content management systems and video/visual storytelling tools Multilingual skills (e.g., Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog) Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing communication strategies that align with organizational priorities, ensuring clarity and consistency across various channels. Proficient in managing communications for diverse audiences, with a strong focus on accessibility and inclusion standards. Highest-signal resume keywords 5–8+ Years Experience In Communications Experience Managing Social Media Experience Coordinating Communications Across Teams Demonstrated Experience Supporting Disability Inclusion Familiarity With Legislative And Public Policy Processes ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Communication Strategy Implementation Content Management Systems Video/Visual Storytelling Tools Project Tracking Quality Control In Communications Soft Skills Clear Communication Collaboration Feedback Loop Maintenance Storytelling Support Certifications & Qualifications Bachelor's Degree In Communication Master's Degree Preferred Industry Keywords Disability Services Healthcare Public Affairs Regulatory Agencies Multilingual Communication Tools & Technologies Website Management Social Media Platforms Analytics Tools Communication Planning Tools #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor