[Hiring] Communications Specialist @Greenpeace USA

Role Description

The Communications Specialist (12-month contract) will coordinate and implement communications strategies to connect Greenpeace's campaign messages and overall mission with key targeted audiences. This position requires the ability to work independently and in collaboration with Senior Communications Strategists and the Communications Director, Media. The Communications Specialist will support the media team with day-to-day communications — which may include internal/external messaging, responding to media requests, drafting content (e.g. press releases, talking points) , coordinating events, and handling rapid response needs in consistent alignment with GPUS branding and messaging and organizational goals and mission.

The Communications Specialist (12-month contract) is an exempt, full-time, benefits-eligible, contract position, and is represented by the Progressive Workers Union. This role may be based in any GPUS-authorized location (CA, DC, MD, VA, NY, NJ, CT) , and will report to the Communications Director, Media.

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. in a relevant communication field, or comparable communications experience
• Minimum 2 years experience working in PR, at a media outlet, or as a content creator with demonstrated ability to secure earned media
• Basic understanding of the main social media platforms
• Experience drafting and editing content (e.g. writing press releases, crafting posts/emails, assisting with campaigns) , in alignment with brand and messaging guidelines
• Experience with basic workflows of a media relations team (e.g. monitoring media, managing editorial calendars)
• Basic understanding of media relations, crisis communications, and building public awareness
• High media-literacy and a strong news diet – having the ability to contextualize organizational goals within broader current events
• Knowledge of Content Management Systems (CMS) and analytics tools is preferred

Requirements

• Strong writing/editing skills, with a focus on AP style
• Attention to detail, necessary for ensuring accuracy and consistency in all materials and resources
• Strong verbal communication and proficiency
• Problem-solving and creative thinking skills to resolve issues and handle challenges
• Organized and deadline-efficient with the ability to manage competing priorities and projects in a dynamic environment
• Adaptive and responsive to changing needs and technologies
• Resilience to work well in rapid response moments and in the public eye
• Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships with stakeholders, networking in coalition and understanding audience reactions
• Collaborative and able to work effectively within a diverse team and with independent thinkers
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Spanish fluency preferred, but not required
• Analytical thinking to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage with low contributions from staff
• Options for pre-tax flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care costs
• Generous 401K matching and time-off for vacation, sick, personal, and parental leave
• Eligibility for a paid sabbatical after five years
• Subsidies for staff who choose to bike or ride mass transit to work
• Commitment to the growth and development of staff and fostering a creative workplace culture

Compensation

This role is graded at a level 2, and a salary within the range of $63,410 - $68,632 is anticipated to be provided to the successful candidate having met the minimum requirements for the position consistent with reflecting our commitment to maintaining competitive and fair compensation practices.

Application Process

If you want to save the world from climate change and believe in environmental and social justice, please submit an application on our careers page . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will conclude once we have found the best candidate.

Greenpeace is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, class, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, family/marital status, religion or other protected classes. We strongly encourage applications from marginalized communities. If you require assistance applying to this opportunity, please contact [email protected] .

Only applicants eligible to work and live in the United States without any legal restrictions need apply for this opportunity.