Web & Digital Communications Specialist

LOCATION:  Flexible within the continental United States 

 

COMPENSATION: $22.00 – $26.50 per hour, commensurate with qualifications.

 

JOB START DATE:  June / July 2022

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  May 9, 2022

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

All applications must be submitted via our application website at:  http://bit.ly/xerces-jobs.

 

We are committed to creating a more diverse workforce that is welcoming to all employees and the communities we serve.  As part of the application process, please be prepared to answer a brief essay question (1,000 characters or less) in which you describe some ways you might help Xerces collaborate with diverse audiences or historically excluded communities in this role.

 

Xerces is happy to provide accommodations for the job application process if needed.  If you need an accommodation to complete the job application process, please email [email protected].

 

JOIN US!

Come join a growing team of conservation professionals at the Xerces Society who are dedicated to protecting some of the world’s most important animals. We are seeking a Web & Digital Communications Specialist to join the communications team and steer an effective and accessible digital presence. 

 

At Xerces, we harness the knowledge of scientists and the enthusiasm of the public to implement conservation programs.  We take action by helping farms and public agencies develop conservation plans for pollinators and beneficial insects, producing ground-breaking publications on insect conservation, training thousands of farmers and land managers to protect and manage habitat for beneficial insects, protecting endangered species and their habitat, and engaging the public to raise awareness about invertebrates found on farms, forests, prairies, deserts, streams, wetlands, towns and cities. Our methods focus on habitat conservation planning, education, scientific analysis, advocacy, and applied research to conserve invertebrates, such as bees, butterflies, mollusks, and fireflies.

 

Note:  In our effort to keep our employees, partners, clients and the public safe, Xerces Society follows a mandatory vaccination policy, requiring employees have up-to-date vaccinations for COVID-19.

 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING: 

The Specialist will spearhead work with the Xerces Society’s website and social media channels to build a strong digital community through content maintenance and design strategy. We seek applicants with prior experience managing a Content Management System (CMS) website, analyzing user experience data, initiating and leading effective digital projects, reporting on current and planned strategies, and effectively managing multiple projects. Ideal candidates for this position should be multimedia savvy, possess excellent writing skills, be able to steer Xerces’ digital narrative and drive effective digital campaigns.

STATUS:  Full-Time, Hourly, Non-exempt position, scheduled to work ~ 40 hours/week.  This position will be remote based and the schedule can be made flexible, consistent with work requirements.  Note that if you live in the Portland, Oregon metro area and prefer, you may be able to work from our office on a regular basis. 

 

BENEFITS:  This position includes a generous benefits package: eleven paid holidays including two floating holidays that may be used for a personal or religious holiday observed by the employee or other occasion per policy, paid time off, paid health, dental, and disability insurance, option to participate in a pre-tax flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses, participation in a 401k retirement program upon eligibility and a flexible work environment.

 

TERMS:  The Xerces Society is an at-will employer. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

 

MORE INFORMATION:  For more information on the Xerces Society and our programs, please see our website: www.xerces.org.

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

All applications must be submitted via our application website at:  http://bit.ly/xerces-jobs.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Xerces Society is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

 

PRIORITY REFERRAL OF PROTECTED VETERANS

We request priority referral of protected veterans for all openings with our organization.  In order to be considered for employment, all applicants for employment with Xerces Society, apply through our Job Board. When referring or being referred as a candidate, including protected veterans, please refer them to this applicant site; https://xerces.org/job-opportunities.