[SEMCO] Employment openings at Whale & Dolphin Conservation

Jennifer Kelly jennifer.kelly at whales.org
Tue Apr 25 11:28:43 EDT 2023 

Whale & Dolphin Conservation (WDC) is hiring 2 full-time positions with benefits.


Communications Strategist
Full-time with benefits

Office-based/Plymouth, Massachusetts

We are a small ocean conservation non-profit with a global impact looking for a highly motivated, creative, organized, inclusive individual who wants to loudly and proudly work to grow our communications channels. Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC) is based in Plymouth, MA where a team of 10 individuals work to protect the marine mammals who play an integral role in protecting the health of our planet. We are looking for someone to grow our digital, social media, and print communication channels to broaden the voices raised to speak on behalf of protecting the ocean as they view their work through a diverse, equitable, and inclusive lens. The hybrid position is based in Plymouth, MA and affords the right candidate the opportunity to see marine mammals, join our Marine Animal Rescue and Response program, and engage in our education and outreach projects.

Role responsibilities:

Using conservation marketing techniques, create and manage a communications strategy including social media toolkits, digital and print campaigns, and communications calendars to promote the work of WDC.   

Create and share creative and compelling content about WDC's work on multiple platforms including webpages, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and twitter.   

Oversee the Communication Specialist to ensure timely delivery of print and digital communications. 

Support the creation and distribution of press releases, blogs, emails and other communications.   

Using brand guidelines, create promotional materials.  

Support the creation and delivery of print communications including newsletters as well as supporter and program materials.  

Engage with supporters and followers by monitoring and responding to comments, DM's, and other inquiries.  

Use data to evaluate and improve strategies.  

Stay informed of emerging content trends. 

Work to improve Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the marine conservation and science field.  

What we need you to bring to the table:

  *   Experience using established and emerging social media channels
  *   Experience successfully managing a small team in project-based task completion 
  *   Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  *   High level of self-motivation with excellent organizational and creative skills including the ability to reprioritize and pivot as emerging issues develop
  *   Computer literacy and proficiency with software platforms like Adobe Suite (specifically InDesign), Canva and/or other software platforms needed to execute the role
  *   Basic video editing and/or digital media production skills
  *   Enjoyment of working in a fast-paced, evolving and growing environment as part of a small but powerful team
  *   The ability to execute tasks, with accuracy, on tight or unexpected deadlines
  *   Willingness to work some nights and weekends
  *   A passion for positively representing WDC and our mission to a diverse audience
  *   A desire to make diversity, equity and inclusion a priority in their work
  *   Must be able to legally work in the United States

What we'd love you to bring in addition:

  *   Experience working with Microsoft 365, WordPress, Hootsuite (or other social media management platform) and Asana (or other project management platforms) a plus
  *   3–5 years’ work experience in communications, marketing, or a closely related field

Salary

Salary is based on metrics set forward by the Massachusetts Equal Pay Act, so the range for this position is broad depending on the candidate’s level of education, experience, ability to travel, and management responsibilities. As a result, the salary for the position is set at a minimum of $35,000 to a maximum of $60,000 annually. 




Outreach and Stranding Specialist
Full-time with benefits

Office-based/Plymouth, Massachusetts

We are a small ocean conservation non-profit with a global impact looking for a highly motivated, creative, organized, inclusive individual who wants to loudly and proudly work to grow our communications channels. Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC) is based in Plymouth, MA where a team of 10 individuals work to protect the marine mammals who play an integral role in protecting the health of our planet. We are looking for someone to grow and manage the development/delivery of WDC's boater outreach programs including Whale SENSE, See A Spout, and Sharing the Seas, while supporting our education and Marine Animal Rescue and Response programs. The hybrid position is based in Plymouth, MA and affords the right candidate the opportunity to see marine mammals, join our Marine Animal Rescue and Response program, and engage in our education and outreach projects. 

Role responsibilities:

With partners, deliver the creative & strategic development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of WDC boater outreach programs including Whale SENSE, See A Spout, and Sharing the Seas. 

Support the creative & strategic development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of WDC education programs.   

Support all aspects of responding to live and dead marine mammal strandings within WDC’s dedicated response area, and where and when possible, beyond our coverage area and in support of neighboring networks.

Help with the recruitment, management, and training of interns and volunteers.

Maintain the WDC science databases and maintain field work equipment.

Provide content for and support the creation of print and digital communications including newsletters as well as supporter and program materials.

Represent WDC professionally and personably as you engage with students, supporters, and members of the general public. 

Use data to evaluate and improve strategies.

Stay informed of applicable emerging science and conservation issues. 

Work with fundraising team to support the work of WDC including supporting grant applications and reporting, corporate partnerships, and campaigns.

Work to improve Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the marine conservation and science field.

What we need you to bring to the table:

  *   Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  *   Ability to be in contact with live and dead wildlife
  *   Must be able to work under challenging environmental conditions
  *   Have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license or the ability to obtain one
  *   Must be able to walk on rough terrain during inclement weather, swim, and lift 50 pounds
  *   Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  *   High level of self-motivation with excellent organizational and creative skills including the ability to reprioritize and pivot as emerging issues develop
  *   Enjoyment of working in a fast-paced, evolving and growing environment as part of a small but powerful team
  *   The ability to execute tasks, with accuracy, on tight or unexpected deadlines
  *   Willingness to work some nights, weekends, and holidays
  *   A passion for positively representing WDC and our mission to a diverse audience
  *   A desire to make diversity, equity and inclusion a priority in their work
  *   Must be able to legally work in the United States

What we'd love you to bring in addition:

  *   Experience in public speaking and written content creation
  *   Experience in marine mammal stranding response and necropsies
  *   Experience working with Microsoft 365, Filemaker, and Salesforce a plus
  *   Basic video editing and/or digital media production skills are a plus
  *   3–5 years’ work experience in education or marine science/conservation or a closely related field

Salary

Salary is based on metrics set forward by the Massachusetts Equal Pay Act, so the range for this position is broad depending on the candidate’s level of education, experience, ability to travel, and management responsibilities. As a result, the salary for the position is set at a minimum of $35,000 to a maximum of $50,000 annually.


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Employment Opportunities: Hey, do you want to help save the world?  Would you like to wake up every morning knowing that your work is getting us one step closer to a world where whales and dolphins are safe and free? We currently have two job opportunities available: a Communications Strategist and an Outreach and Stranding Specialist. Scroll down to read about both. Communications Strategist Full-time with benefits Office-based/Plymouth, Massachusetts We are a small ocean conservation non-profit with a global impact looking for a highly motivated, creative, organized, inclusive individual who wants to loudly and proudly work to grow our communications channels. Whale
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Education Department Chair
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