The Wild Center

Do you play well with otters? If so, come join our team. The Wild Center (TWC) is seeking a highly motivated marketing & communications professional for a full-time position at a natural history museum in the heart of New York State’s Adirondack region. As the Marketing & Communications Coordinator, you’ll help us promote the Center, build awareness of our work and enhance our brand. This position should be interested in and/or experienced in marketing, communications, public relations, digital content creation and social media. We are looking for passionate, curious, and motivated people to join our burgeoning team this year. Come be a part of a team that values creativity, enthusiasm, learning together, and having fun while working in a supportive atmosphere.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with TWC marketing and communications campaigns, including: audience development, media research, social media marketing, digital and traditional media campaigns, event planning, and data reporting and analysis.
• Work closely with various departments to develop, plan, shoot and edit digital content via YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and wildcenter.org.
• Create and maintain email marketing campaigns
• Create graphics and design print collateral
• Assist in website development and maintenance
• Represent the Center during media, journalist, and influencer onsite visits
• Other cross-departmental duties as assigned
• Work schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 40 hour work week. Some holidays and evening work will be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube) 
• Knowledge of marketing analytics dashboards (Google Analytics, Meta Analytics, etc.) preferred
• Experience with WordPress a plus
• Technical skills including photographic and video abilities, and experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere) a plus
• Strong creative writing and copywriting preferred
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to change – we work in a dynamic setting with shifting daily duties
• Self-motivated – you seek opportunities to learn and grow and can thrive independently
• Experience planning, shooting and editing video
• Teamwork and collaboration – we work in a team based environment and offer support across departments
• Organization and time management skills – you will work on multiple tasks concurrently
• Maturity and professionalism – we will consider you if you demonstrate the above skills regardless of level of education completed
• An interest in natural history and climate science and working on- and off-site during all seasons
• Policies – be prepared to adhere to all Wild Center policies including NYS Covid safety procedures and regulations. COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $40,000-$45,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, supplemental and life insurance plans, health savings account, SIMPLE IRA retirement, employee assistance program.
• Paid vacation, sick/personal time, and holidays.
• Possibility of flexible scheduling and some remote work depending on department needs.
• The opportunity to work with 50 species of live exhibit animals, trails across a 115 acre campus located along the Raquette River and in a new interactive climate solutions exhibit.
• Access to regional reciprocity pass for employees to receive free or reduced admission to area museums or attractions.
• Professional networking opportunities with leaders in the science education field.
• The Wild Center strives to create an environment where our team thrives both personally and professionally. While life on the job can move at a fast pace, we appreciate the times we can slow down. Whether it’s sharing stories over a staff potluck, being wowed by cool science facts, or taking a break during a meeting to view a cute animal – we make time to grow together as a community.

To Apply

Open our Marketing & Communications Coordinator Application or go to wildcenter.org/careers to access the job description and application link. Attach a resume and cover letter within the application form. Address the following in your cover letter:

• Describe your experience planning a digital marketing campaign

Application deadline is 4/28/2023, 5pm EST. For technical issues email [email protected].

The Wild Center