Communications and Development Specialist

2 weeks ago

Sacramento, California, United States The Council of State Governments Full time
Job Summary

The Council of State Governments (CSG) is seeking a skilled Communications and Development Specialist to enhance its presence across various digital platforms, foster member engagement, and support fundraising initiatives in the Western region.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement a social media strategy to engage with community members and enhance the organization's online presence.
  • Oversee and manage all social media platforms, including X, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
  • Maintain and update the organization's website, suggesting improvements to enhance user experience and content relevance.
  • Produce and distribute regular event email promotions, ensuring they effectively communicate the organization's activities, achievements, and needs.
  • Create and manage other organizational publications, such as event materials, annual reports, and special projects.
  • Manage communications assets, including photos, success stories, logos, and other organizational collateral.
  • Support in the mailing of marketing materials.
  • Identify and research prospects to increase revenues, program, and brand opportunities.
  • Manage and improve CRM system to track funder cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
  • Monitor and create reports on key performance indicators.
  • Coordinate event sponsorship benefits and provide prep and onsite support for contacts.
  • Collaborate in preparing and submitting proposals and reports for foundation grants.
Requirements
  • Proven digital and social media content expertise, platforms, and best practices.
  • Demonstrated graphic design skills in Canva and ability to align with organizational branding. Video editing skills are a plus.
  • Excellent written communication and the ability to write in a clear and compelling style.
  • Understanding of CRM systems and donor data management.
  • Ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods and approaches.
  • Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative team environment.
  • Driven to provide excellent customer service.
  • Self-motivated, able to take initiative and see complex tasks through completion.
  • Excellent work ethic, dependable, resourceful, and willing to work non-traditional hours while onsite during meetings.
  • Ability to prioritize and coordinate activities to meet schedules and timelines.
  • Ability to communicate courteously and professionally with business contacts and legislators, both verbally and in writing.
  • Possess solid computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
  • Ability to interact effectively with diverse people in different contexts and foster equity and inclusion through self-awareness, cultural sensitivity, and valuing others.
  • Dedication to public service with an unfailing commitment to act with civility, be nonpartisan when performing CSG duties, and be a responsible steward of member and donor funds.
Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree required (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Preference is given to those with communications, marketing, political science, public administration, public policy, or nonprofit management degrees.

Compensation Information

CSG believes that pay equity and pay transparency advance workplace fairness. Compensation will be equitable and based on experience. The salary range for this position, based in Sacramento, CA, is $57,000 to $67,000. This salary range is subject to change based on work location and market conditions.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates must complete the online application and include their resume and cover letter.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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