Communications Specialist

• Manage the development, distribution and maintenance of publications pertaining to the Disaster Response Project, as well as other PLS programs. Publications include but not limited to newsletters, brochures, videos, social media and website.
• Develop, film, edit, produce and distribute short, impactful videos for advocacy campaigns, outreach efforts, policy changes, and other initiatives.
• In coordination with the Director of Communications, actively engage, cultivate, and manage press relationships to ensure regular coverage related to PLS programs and projects.
• In collaboration with other team members, manage PLS’ social media accounts and ensure they are supporting PLS’ advocacy, outreach, and fundraising efforts.

• Coordinate the appearance of all PLS print and electronic materials including but not limited to use of logo, brochures and website.
• Manage relationship with outside vendors including printers, graphic designers and website administrators.
• Contribute to management of website including content development.
• Use communications tools to support advocacy efforts, maintaining and updating document templates as needed.
• Work with legal and program units to brand PLS, increasing and maintain consistency in external communications and community education materials.
• Create data infographics, one-pager explainer flyers and other materials for the Disaster Response Project and other PLS Programs, with a focus on accessibility and aesthetics.
• Support Director of Communications in implementing and measuring success of a comprehensive communications and public relations program.

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or related field.
• Two to five years of experience working in communications, marketing or public relationships. Non-profit experience a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to express complex ideas and issues clearly and succinctly.
• Experience with making technical content understandable and usable by people of all abilities and backgrounds.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to details.
• Experience with overseeing the design and production of print materials and publications, as well as experience in digital media.
• Fluency in Spanish would be an asset.
• Must be able to meet all essential job functions.
• Ability to work with low-income clients and communities within a multi-ethnic/ multi-cultural environment.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

• Ability to effectively collaborate with coworkers.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress and video editing software.

Salary ranges from $40,533 - $58,666 depending on experience. Additional bilingual language skills that are applicable to this role may qualify for up to an additional $3k upon completing a language assessment test.

Our salary scale is predetermined based on the years of relative professional work experience that qualify for this position to ensure equity in pay. Pisgah Legal Services is a Living Wage Certified Employer.

Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage the 1st of the month following the start date. Pisgah Legal Services (PLS) pays 100% of the Employee and 50% of the Dependent Cost for BCBS Medical and Dental coverage. PLS pays 50% of the Employee Coverage Cost for BCBS Vision coverage. PLS pays 100% of Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Coverage, Life Insurance Coverage of 5x base salary an additional $15,000 Life & AD&D Coverage. 401k Retirement Plan after 6 months of employment. Additional Fringe Benefits includes Pet Insurance, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Bereavement Leave, 13.5 Company Holidays, 22 Paid Leave Days, Paid Sabbatical Leave for eligible staff, Employee Assistance Program for entire household and a great working environment with work life balance! Click here to view our 2025 Benefits Guide.

To Apply

Submit your online application with resume and cover letter through our Career Center located at https://www.pisgahlegal.org/jobs.

PLS invites all applicants to include in their cover letter a statement about how your unique background and/or experiences might contribute to the diversity, cultural vitality, and perspective of our staff and legal services practice.

Pisgah Legal Services is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with our Human Resources department.