La2050
COMMUNITY COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR
La2050, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Council for Watershed Health (CWH) is a non-profit organization founded over 25 years ago by Dorothy Green to advance the health of our region’s watersheds, rivers, streams and habitats both in natural areas and urban neighborhoods. We do this through research, education, and inclusive engagement.
Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.About this job CWH is hiring a Community Communication Coordinator to increase awareness of its programmatic impacts, strengthen its partnerships, and promote its work and activities. The successful candidate will be a well-rounded, creative individual who can effectively and successfully coordinate the development and execution of a variety of internal and external communication initiatives. The Community Communication Coordinator will also play a key role in supporting the implementation of watershed coordination services for the Safe, Clean Water Program. The successful candidate will perform the duties and have the competencies and experience that follow.PHYSICAL DEMANDS● Communicates verbally in English with CWH Staff and the public in face-to-face and online settings. Must be able to exchange information in these settings and promote a positive and collaborative image.● Regularly operates a computer and phone for communication.● Operates office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers and projectors.● Valid CA driver’s license and/or the ability to travel to locations outside of the office.● May be required to move/position supplies and materials of up to 50 Lb. Intermittently moves materials, shifts items up to 25 lbs. for brief to moderate durations of up to 5 minutes.● Must be able to occasionally work outdoors in heat, direct sun, wind, rain, and cold.WORK LOCATION AND SUPERVISIONMain Office is in Pasadena, CA with access to offices throughout LA County. CWH staff is currently working remote with regular in-person meetings and events; this position requires regular meetings in-person throughout LA County. Reports to Director of Planning; supervises assigned interns.POSITION TYPE, EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK, BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION• Annual compensation $54,000 - $62,000 commensurate with relevant experience, skills, knowledge.• Full-time, 40-hour work week; evening and/or weekend work may be required. (Part-time considered).• Benefits package includes:• Up to 20 days paid vacation leave per year, max. accrual 30 days• 10 days paid sick leave per year, max accrual 40 days• 100% employer sponsored medical/dental/vision insurance (eligible 1st of the month following 30 days of employment)• 403b retirement plan with employer contribution• Regular team-building activitiesPRIMARY DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:COMMUNITY OUTREACH, ENGAGEMENT, AND COORDINATION● Works directly with CWH’s Los Angeles County Safe, Clean Water Program Watershed Coordination Team to plan and facilitate meetings in support of implementing watershed coordination services and technical assistance.● Tracks and updates workshops, meetings, other activities/events in watershed coordination calendar.● Travels off-site to conduct interactive presentations to a variety of interested parties on topics related to Safe, Clean Water Program and Watershed Coordination activities, including tabling at events● Plan and coordinate outreach and education events● Manage and maintain various media platforms for promotion of watershed coordination education activities.● Contribute content to newsletter● Create posters and educational materials● Coordinate logistics with external watershed coordinator team● Improves, expands, and manages organizational contacts and communications database.● Creates multilingual outreach materials and informational handouts.● Creates, reviews/edits, and uploads content to various social media platforms, including but not limited to Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and tracks benchmarks.OTHER DUTIES● Supports coordination of Watershed Coordination Team interns.● Performs special projects and related duties as assigned.Qualifications COMPETENCIES, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS● Strong technical writing and editing skills and proven knowledge of communications and marketing ethics and best practices.● Excellent time management, organizational skills; an eye for detail; and ability to meet multiple deadlines.● Ability to think critically and solve problems creatively.● Knowledge of MS Office tools, social media management, digital design software such as Adobe Creative Cloud products, and web design applications such as Wix and Canva.● Excellent networking and interpersonal skills; an adept conversationalist; and strong public speaking abilities.● Experience communicating to and collaborating with a variety of interested parties (eg. community based organizations, agency representatives).● Ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-talented team.● 3+ years of relevant communications experience.● Fluency in Spanish.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS● Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.● Knowledge and experience working on local water issues and/or working toward social justice/equity.● Experience in community engagement, public relations, and/or customer service.To apply Email cover letter, resume, three references, and samples from previous work that demonstrate writing long form (e.g. report, brochure, etc.) and short form (e.g. blog or social media, etc.) to:Human Resources – hr@watershedhealth.org - Subject Line: Communications Coordinator PositionCWH is an equal opportunity employer and committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran, disability status, or any other bias prohibited by applicable law. CWH strongly encourages people from underrepresented communities to apply. CWH may modify/update this position announcement.
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Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.About this job CWH is hiring a Community Communication Coordinator to increase awareness of its programmatic impacts, strengthen its partnerships, and promote its work and activities. The successful candidate will be a well-rounded, creative individual who can effectively and successfully coordinate the development and execution of a variety of internal and external communication initiatives. The Community Communication Coordinator will also play a key role in supporting the implementation of watershed coordination services for the Safe, Clean Water Program. The successful candidate will perform the duties and have the competencies and experience that follow.PHYSICAL DEMANDS● Communicates verbally in English with CWH Staff and the public in face-to-face and online settings. Must be able to exchange information in these settings and promote a positive and collaborative image.● Regularly operates a computer and phone for communication.● Operates office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers and projectors.● Valid CA driver’s license and/or the ability to travel to locations outside of the office.● May be required to move/position supplies and materials of up to 50 Lb. Intermittently moves materials, shifts items up to 25 lbs. for brief to moderate durations of up to 5 minutes.● Must be able to occasionally work outdoors in heat, direct sun, wind, rain, and cold.WORK LOCATION AND SUPERVISIONMain Office is in Pasadena, CA with access to offices throughout LA County. CWH staff is currently working remote with regular in-person meetings and events; this position requires regular meetings in-person throughout LA County. Reports to Director of Planning; supervises assigned interns.POSITION TYPE, EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK, BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION• Annual compensation $54,000 - $62,000 commensurate with relevant experience, skills, knowledge.• Full-time, 40-hour work week; evening and/or weekend work may be required. (Part-time considered).• Benefits package includes:• Up to 20 days paid vacation leave per year, max. accrual 30 days• 10 days paid sick leave per year, max accrual 40 days• 100% employer sponsored medical/dental/vision insurance (eligible 1st of the month following 30 days of employment)• 403b retirement plan with employer contribution• Regular team-building activitiesPRIMARY DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:COMMUNITY OUTREACH, ENGAGEMENT, AND COORDINATION● Works directly with CWH’s Los Angeles County Safe, Clean Water Program Watershed Coordination Team to plan and facilitate meetings in support of implementing watershed coordination services and technical assistance.● Tracks and updates workshops, meetings, other activities/events in watershed coordination calendar.● Travels off-site to conduct interactive presentations to a variety of interested parties on topics related to Safe, Clean Water Program and Watershed Coordination activities, including tabling at events● Plan and coordinate outreach and education events● Manage and maintain various media platforms for promotion of watershed coordination education activities.● Contribute content to newsletter● Create posters and educational materials● Coordinate logistics with external watershed coordinator team● Improves, expands, and manages organizational contacts and communications database.● Creates multilingual outreach materials and informational handouts.● Creates, reviews/edits, and uploads content to various social media platforms, including but not limited to Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and tracks benchmarks.OTHER DUTIES● Supports coordination of Watershed Coordination Team interns.● Performs special projects and related duties as assigned.Qualifications COMPETENCIES, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS● Strong technical writing and editing skills and proven knowledge of communications and marketing ethics and best practices.● Excellent time management, organizational skills; an eye for detail; and ability to meet multiple deadlines.● Ability to think critically and solve problems creatively.● Knowledge of MS Office tools, social media management, digital design software such as Adobe Creative Cloud products, and web design applications such as Wix and Canva.● Excellent networking and interpersonal skills; an adept conversationalist; and strong public speaking abilities.● Experience communicating to and collaborating with a variety of interested parties (eg. community based organizations, agency representatives).● Ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-talented team.● 3+ years of relevant communications experience.● Fluency in Spanish.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS● Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.● Knowledge and experience working on local water issues and/or working toward social justice/equity.● Experience in community engagement, public relations, and/or customer service.To apply Email cover letter, resume, three references, and samples from previous work that demonstrate writing long form (e.g. report, brochure, etc.) and short form (e.g. blog or social media, etc.) to:Human Resources – hr@watershedhealth.org - Subject Line: Communications Coordinator PositionCWH is an equal opportunity employer and committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran, disability status, or any other bias prohibited by applicable law. CWH strongly encourages people from underrepresented communities to apply. CWH may modify/update this position announcement.
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