Statewide Communications Specialist

$40,000 - $45,000/Yr

Georgia Legal Services Program - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Atlanta, GA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Statewide Communications Specialist at Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP) is responsible for enhancing the organization's visibility and outreach efforts. This role involves crafting and distributing communications about GLSP's mission, programs, and services, while supporting strategic communications planning and media relations. The Specialist will engage in various activities, including content creation for social media and email, writing and editing materials, and maintaining the organization's website. This position is supervised by the Director of Development and Communications and supports all service units and regional offices across the state.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, layout, and publish content for emails, newsletters, flyers, brochures, and infographics.
• Create and publish social media content.
• Develop creative briefs and project plans for marketing and communications opportunities.
• Work with partners in GLSP units and Regional Offices to identify content creation needs.
• Contribute to the development and upkeep of calendars for internal and external communications.
• Identify and track communications and marketing opportunities relevant to GLSP's mission.
• Write, proofread, edit, and repurpose creative content across different mediums.
• Provide general oversight of GLSP's website entities, with updates and maintenance as needed.
• Support clinics and special events for both fundraising and programs as needed.
• Perform administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2+ years of relevant communications work experience.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of email marketing software (i.e., MailChimp).
• Knowledge of social media best practices for business.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic Adobe applications.
• Proficiency in online design tools such as Canva.
• Experience tracking website and/or social media analytics.
• Experience with WordPress or similar content management systems.
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends as needed.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with using social media management tools like Publer.
• Experience with Venngage or similar design tools.

Benefits

• 403(b) matching
• Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave