Communications Director-Washington Environmental Council (WEC) (Seattle, WA)

Communications Director
Washington Environmental Council (WEC)

Seattle, WA US

Categories:
Communications & PR

Skill Level: Senior Level

Position Type: Full Time

Washington Environmental Council is the leading voice for protection of land, air, and water in our state. WEC is a non-profit advocacy organization, meaning we work to influence decisions to make the world a better place.

Position Overview:

The Washington Environmental Council (WEC) is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of Communications Director. The Communications Director will work with the WEC staff and board of directors to develop and implement an overall communications strategy for WEC.

Responsibilities:

The Communications Director is responsible for all communications activities which currently include: overall communications strategy and planning, organizational publications and marketing, communication components of specific issue campaigns, managing overall media relations, and playing a leadership role on communications for the Environmental Priorities Coalition. The Communications Director is responsible for managing a full-time Communications Associate and engaging interns and volunteers to move the plan forward.

Full-time position. Work includes some evening and weekend meetings.

Qualifications:

* A passion for the environment!
* Strong background (5+ years) in communications including organizational marketing, media relations, and issue campaign work;
* Bachelor's or Master's Degree in communications, marketing or related field;
* Creative energy to build a multi-year organizational communications plan;
* Ability to multi-task and coordinate several projects simultaneously;
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively in coalitions;
* Ability to work both independently and to manage others;
* Strong interpersonal skills. Flexible;
* Experience with non-profit advocacy or political efforts is a plus.

Compensation: Salary depends on qualifications. Good benefits and vacation package. Opportunity to work in a dynamic and fun office for an organization that is making a difference.

To Apply:

Please email a letter of interest addressing position qualifications, resume and 3 professional references to Joan Crooks. No phone calls. Position will be filled as soon as the right person is found.

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Contact Information:
Joan Crooks
joan@wecprotects.org
http://www.wecprotects.org