Communications Associate, Earthjustice Action
Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups to engage on the critical environmental issues of our time and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters is in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Bozeman, Chicago, Denver, Honolulu, Houston, Juneau, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Philadelphia, Seattle, Tallahassee, and Washington, D.C.
In 2017, Earthjustice created Earthjustice Action, its affiliated 501(c)(4) advocacy partner. While Earthjustice wields the power of the law, Earthjustice Action unleashes the power of the people through grassroots advocacy, lobbying, education, and electoral work. Earthjustice Action serves a much-needed role in ensuring that our courts are front and center in environmental politics and in defending and strengthening the environmental laws that Earthjustice litigators depend on to win their cases. Earthjustice Action organizes phone banks, runs digital advocacy campaigns, and flies constituents of Members of Congress to Washington, DC so that lawmakers can meet directly with the people most affected by their decisions. Additionally, Earthjustice Action engages in partisan-electoral and voter mobilization work. Earthjustice is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
The Communications Associate, Earthjustice Action will be responsible for drafting and creating content for public distribution, executing the organization’s email strategy, managing the organization’s social media channels, regularly updating the organization’s website, and other duties as assigned. This role will report to the Earthjustice Public Affairs and Communications Officer for Policy and Legislation and work closely with staff across both Earthjustice Action and Earthjustice, as well as external consultants, as it relates to their responsibilities.
We are looking for a savvy, experienced communicator to join our growing team as we develop Earthjustice Action’s communications capacity, sharpen our political messaging, and expand our visibility.
Applicants willing to work from the Washington, DC office under a hybrid model (2x weekly) are preferred. However, we will consider remote applicants within the US.
Responsibilities:
Content Creation and Branding for Earthjustice Action (30%)
Draft content for the Earthjustice Action blog, website, social media channels, and print materials. In partnership with their supervisor, develop internal message guidance for colleagues. Review, edit, and approve content and materials produced by Communications team members to ensure they adhere to brand standards and further strategic communications goals for the organization.
Maintains close fidelity to organizational branding requirements and serves as an advisor to colleagues throughout the Communications department and organization on ensuring messages are on-brand, further institutional goals, and c4 compliant.
Email Marketing (20%)
In partnership with supervisor and other staff, the person in this role will support the technical and operational aspects of implementing the organization’s communications plan. This includes launching a formal email program for policy, legislative, advocacy, and electoral outreach for Earthjustice Action.
Direct marketing email content drafting, editing, and proofing
Create emails in digital marketing software, EveryAction, using html; with growth expected in conjunction with program work and audience growth
Maintain and create audience segmentation lists, including hygiene
Coordinate with various stakeholders on content calendar and adhere to 501(c)(4) rules around data privacy and permissible messaging
Participate in organizational working groups related to relevant software enhancements, implementation of new data systems, and stay up to date on organizational policies
Support the creation of documentation of processes and routines related to email marketing on the organization’s intranet site (Atlas)
Social Media Outreach (20%)
Regularly create and post content related to Earthjustice Action’s mission and program work across existing social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) to update and engage existing followers and support follower growth campaigns
Create images, videos, and other content using Adobe products to enhance posts
Monitors relevant accounts and hashtags in our priority states; amplifies partners' content as appropriate
Develops social media toolkits for various audiences and campaigns.
Maintain social media post calendar and schedule
Assist in the creation and management of new social media channels (e.g., TikTok)
Setup social media ad-buys and help keep track of spending in conjunction with supervisor
Track metrics across channels to support communication and program objectives
Website (20%)
In partnership with supervisor and other relevant staff, add new and update existing content in the form of new pages, blog posts, landing pages, and program-related campaigns
Track website traffic and performance through Google Analytics and similar tools
Support the advancement of constituent mobilization via the alignment of social, email, and web content and action alerts
Other Duties (10%)
Support creation and updating of internal documentation related to job duties
Take time to stay up to date on 501(c)(4) rules around communications, lobbying, and electoral efforts as it pertains to direct job duties (email, social, and web)
Works with external consultants; ensures adherence to Earthjustice Action’s visual brand guidelines
Manage timely responses to general email and phone inquiries
Operational support for program work as needed
Required Qualifications:
3-4 years of relevant experience working within a 501(c)(4) and 501(c)(3) affiliated organizational setting
Bachelor’s degree, and/or demonstrated experience working with organizations to execute email program, website maintenance, engaging content, and social media marketing
Working knowledge of technical aspects of carrying out email marketing program, including experience using EveryAction (or similar platform), list segmentation, and relevant coding skills
Social media marketing experience, including content creation, posting, and scheduling
Experience using WordPress or similar website developer software and basic to advanced web design skills
Experience using Adobe products, specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
Desire and ability to learn new software and programs relevant to job duties
Ability to work with people with diverse backgrounds and promote equity and inclusion for staff, donors, and board members
Knowledge and understanding of 501(c)(4) and 501(c)(3) organizations
Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, both independently and as a member of cross-departmental teams.
Adaptable to a fast, dynamic pace of work and priorities
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Understanding of 501(c)(4) specific rules and guidance around communications.
Desired qualifications:
Environmental and/or political and advocacy campaign experience
We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.
Compensation is based on experience and location.
Washington, DC: $83,400 - $92,700
Other US locations:
New York, NY and San Francisco, CA: $87,800 - $97,500
Other salary ranges will vary between $74,600-
$92,700 depending on location.
*Remote applicants should indicate in their application the city and state from which they will be working to confirm the precise salary range of that location.
To Apply:
Interested applicants should submit the following via Jobvite. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis:
Resume
Cover letter
Portfolio (link or PDF that includes the following):
Graphic design piece
Sample email
Sample content/op-ed piece
Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies. Earthjustice only accepts resumes submitted for positions that are currently open. Unsolicited resumes, or resumes for posted positions that are not submitted via the online application process (where available), will not be reviewed or retained.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are given equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position.
For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.