Communications Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Communications Specialist’s charge is to provide a consistent voice for the Sherman Lake YMCA Outdoor Center. Through newsletters, social media, websites, and events, a successful Communications Specialist will amplify the community work we accomplish, as well as work to secure funds to ensure all have access to the programs we provide.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission at the Sherman Lake YMCA Outdoor Center puts Honesty, Caring, Respect, and Responsibility into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. We strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: We value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: We support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: Above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Sherman Lake YMCA strives to be a place where acceptance and participation are the same for everyone regardless of age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, immigration status, ability, or national origin. We believe that everyone deserves to work in a safe and welcoming environment, and will make every reasonable effort to meet the individual needs of all our staff. We are a continuing work in progress and look to review our practices and policies regularly to ensure we remain a place for all to belong.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversees marketing and internal/external communications schedule, budget, and implementation.

  • Oversees volunteer committees and activities, volunteer recruiting, recognition, and relations.Oversees, with the Director of Social Responsibility’s guidance, all community events held at Sherman Lake YMCA.

  • Oversees all social and online media. Maintains a strong online presence and positive community relations.

  • Directs all media relations. Writes news releases and acts as spokesperson as required.

  • Sends out member and staff newsletters as required.

  • Communicates job openings through various media outlets and social media sites.

  • Coordinates pre-camp email reminders with camp staff.

  • Attends all Board meetings and prepares the minutes.

  • Attends appropriate association meetings and report activities.

  • Assist with daily and monthly statistical reports, such as school camp, summer camp, membership, retreats, and fund development.

  • Assists the Administrative Office Manager in making sure all office machines are functioning or arrangements are made for repair. Purchases equipment related to communications, administration, and technology.

  • Participates in Administrative Team Meetings and Management Team Meetings.

  • Assume all supervisory and administrative support responsibilities assigned to the position.

  • Attend required abuse risk management training and adhere to policies related to high-risk activities and boundaries with consumers.

  • Report suspicious/inappropriate behaviors and policy violations and follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Knowledge of marketing and communications.

  • Knowledge of office management.

  • Knowledge of the use of computers and systems administration.

  • Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills.

  • Degree in marketing/communications or related field preferred, but not required.

  • Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods and must be able to communicate using a computer and phone. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

COMPENSATION:

  • $17-22/hour (based on experience and other qualifications)

  • Free Individual Sherman Lake YMCA membership with current employment

APPLY:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to Zach Klipsch at zachk@ymcasl.org by March 8, 2024.