Communications Specialist

Job Posting Closing Date : February 19, 2025.

Summary / Objectives

Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.The

Communications Specialist

will enhance the organization’s visibility and engagement by developing compelling content, managing digital platforms, and supporting public relations efforts. This role is ideal for a creative and detail-oriented professional passionate about storytelling, community engagement, and brand consistency.This position is currently part-time for 25 hours a week and term-limited, subject to funding availability.Content Creation & MarketingDesign flyers, newsletters, videos, reels, and other promotional materials in a timely manner.Write and edit content for website updates, blog posts, and press releases.Create engaging social media content, including graphics, videos, and captions.Social Media & Digital EngagementSupport in the management and updates of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.).Support in scheduling and monitoring posts to maintain audience engagement and brand consistency of social media content.Website & Digital ManagementMaintain and update the organization’s website with fresh content and event listings.Optimize website content for accessibility, SEO, and user experience.Monitor website analytics and recommend improvements.Public Relations & Community EngagementDraft press releases and assist with media outreach.Support event promotion and communication efforts.Coordinate with internal teams to highlight success stories and organizational updates.Administrative & ReportingTrack social media and website analytics to assess engagement and effectiveness.Support with maintaining an organized content calendar for digital and print communications.Provide periodic reports on communication efforts and their impact.CompetenciesA demonstrated commitment to

our mission, vision, and values.Ability to speak, read, and write in English; strong candidates may have additional language skills.An ability to communicate with people or groups with varying perspectives or positions.Motivated independent worker with innovative and creative thinking.Strong social justice analysis, knowledge of systemic systems of oppression, and lived experience of the power of community organizing to transform lives and communities.Excellent organizational and planning skills.Self-starter with a strong desire to learn.Key Soft SkillsCommunicationOrganizationResponsibilityTeamworkProblem-SolvingKey Technical SkillsMicrosoft SuiteDocumentationSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneWork EnvironmentWeekly schedule will be between Monday through Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM, but some weekend and evening events may be required. Currently, this position is fully remote.Since this position is ineligible for overtime, flexing the work hours to not exceed 25 hours in one week is the employee’s responsibility.Use of personal vehicles is eligible for reimbursement in accordance with state and federal laws and UTOPIA Washington policy.Physical DemandsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these physical demands.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.Ability to stand for up to 8 hours.Ability to sit for up to 8 hours.Travel RequiredLimited regional and national travel may be required up to 5% of the time.Preferred Education and ExperienceTwo years of community organizing and / or cultural work, especially within the LGBTQI and / or Pacific Islander communities. Equivalent experience with facilitation or community engagement will be considered.Experience doing cultural community engagement work, especially within QTPI, NHPI, or other communities of color.Possess strong communication skills including public speaking, meeting facilitation, and writing.Experienced in authentic and open relationship building with queer and trans people, Pacific Islanders, other people of color, and community allies.Motivated independent worker with innovative and creative thinking.Strong social justice analysis, knowledge of systemic systems of oppression, and lived experience of the power of community organizing to transform lives and communities.Excellent organizational and planning skills.Basic technology skills and experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.Additional Eligibility RequirementsWillingness to flex schedule to fulfill organizational needs.UTOPIA Washington Non-Discrimination PolicyUTOPIA Washington is committed to creating and maintaining a socially diverse staff, volunteer, and program member base. UTOPIA Washington does not discriminate on the basis of class background or current income; employment status or type of employment; race; ethnicity, color, or national origin; religious background, creed, or affiliation; gender, gender expression or gender identity; sex; sexual orientation or sexual identity; age; height or weight; immigration status; past, present, or future disability, medical, or health condition; veteran or military status; relationship (marital or partnership) status; or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.Other DutiesPlease note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Job descriptions will be reviewed at least twice per calendar year to assure non-documented tasks take no more than 10% of the employee’s time.

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