Communications Advisor

Responsibilities

• The Communications Advisor is a vital part of a team supporting a nationally recognized Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program.
• This position supports organization-wide communications initiatives and is responsible for creating content for a variety of communications platforms, including blog and website content, email newsletters, case studies, event promotions, and social media channels.
• This person will promote the use of transit, walking, biking, and other sustainable modes through compelling communications. We are seeking an enthusiastic storyteller who is adept at communicating the value of access to transportation options to a variety of audiences, including employers, commuters, visitors, the public, and various public and private sector stakeholders.
• The Communications Advisor will support the Executive Director and Deputy Director with developing strategic communications that advance organization-wide goals.
• This position oversees a portfolio of work that includes deliverables under service contract agreements with the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) and King County Metro.
• Content Development (40%)
• - Write, edit, curate, and produce quality and timely content for Commute Seattle’s various channels including two monthly newsletters, blog, website, and social media platforms
• - Monitor and maintain content on Commute Seattle’s website and recommend content improvements.
• - Manage routine email list maintenance, including adding and tagging new contacts.
• - Draft and publish educational blog content and event listings to the Commute Seattle website using WordPress.

Requirements

• Excellent writing and editing skills, with proficiency in AP style preferred
• Ability to write for a variety of channels and audiences
• Ability to synthesize technical information for a non-expert audience
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven, collaborative environment
• Familiarity with email campaign tools (e.g. Mailchimp), content tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Creative Suite), CRM databases, Zoom webinars, and content management systems (WordPress).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Experience working with multicultural communities or diverse stakeholder groups.
• Demonstrates empathy and active listening when working with customers, coworkers, and funders.
• Commitment to equity, with an understanding of how structural barriers impact access to transportation.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and shifting priorities; brings a proactive and systems-thinking mindset to problem solving.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid**
• - Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• - Life Insurance
• - Long-Term Disability
• - ORCA transit card
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Leave in accordance with Seattle Sick & Safe
• Paid Holidays plus paid personal days
• First Choice Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (medical or dependent)