What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Officer position at Volunteer Louisiana?
Job Title: Communications Officer
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
Company: Volunteer Louisiana
Reports to: Executive Director
Position Summary: Communications Officer reports to the Executive Director and promotes the Volunteer Louisiana Commission, Commission activities, Commission programs, volunteerism, and national service statewide. Experience with/knowledge of AmeriCorps, national service, and volunteerism preferred.
Essential Functions:
· Develop and oversee AmeriCorps Louisiana and Commission branding
· Develop, maintain, and update Volunteer Louisiana presentations and promotional materials
· Ensure a clear, accessible, up to date public interface at VolunteerLouisiana.gov
· Develop and implement year-round “AmeriCorps Louisiana” Campaign in consultation with Commission staff
· Assist AmeriCorps Louisiana programs with marketing and communications
· Create and design the Annual Report in consultation with Commission staff
· Generate, share, and publish, social media content that engages, informs, and educates
· Prepare pre and post-event disaster messaging in consultation with the Director of Volunteer Services
· Respond to public information queries and requests, including Office of Lt. Governor and the AmeriCorps agency
· Schedule and/or conduct media appearances
· Develop annual engagement strategy and goals for elected officials
· Create Volunteer Louisiana historical data reports
· Other duties as assigned
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $57,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $57,000