Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include assisting in the develop of an annual communications plan/strategies and executing plans accordingly; updating media, organizing and maintaining partner and volunteer contact lists; sorting and maintaining press clippings; attending ORCP Communications meetings and representing the Reserve and the Northwest AP region; public relations; review and approve speaking requests and presentations for central office; providing links of events to website; developing marketing and communication materials to promote ANERR and its programs; producing newsletter, radio, and other video content to share; enhance the YouTube channel; coordinate website updates; serve as the Reserve’s liaison with the Friends of the Reserve to share meaningful stories and track volunteer hours in the nature center; work with Training & Engagement staff on disseminating information about training programs; manages volunteer hours spreadsheet for the Reserve and submits forms; and compiling monthly events to send to partners and local media.
• In addition, the OCC will interact with all ANERR departments to gather information to create social media posts and stories for a weekly report; take photos and videos of field activities and events and assist in outreach events. This position will coordinate with ANERR staff and regional preserves staff to write reports for ORCP Communications Office and will serve as the lead on all communication and outreach efforts between the two offices.

Requirements

• Proficiency in MS Office, experience in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva, and comfortable creating social media reels and posts.
• At least 4 years of verifiable related experience in marketing, communications, or a related field. Post-secondary degrees may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Position Of Special Trust Requirement: This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.