COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER The Ecological Society of America, a membership organization of 10,000 professional ecological scientists, seeks to fill the position of Communications Officer. Responsibilities include: preparing and distributing press releases on the Society's journals, annual meeting, and other activities of the Society; serving as the primary liaison between journalists and ESA scientists, managing the Society's blog; producing monthly podcasts; managing the press room during ESA's annual meeting; and maintaining a media database.
An undergraduate degree is required and training in science is helpful. The ideal candidate will bring at least two years related work experience; excellent verbal and written communications skills; ability to summarize technical scientific information; ability to handle multiple projects; strong interpersonal skills; and computer skills. Knowledge of scientific associations, journalism, and public relations practices are helpful. Candidate must be flexible self-starter with ability to juggle multiple projects. Excellent judgment, interpersonal, and communications skills are critical to this position. The Communications Officer works out of the Society's Washington, DC Headquarters Office. The salary for this full-time position is in the upper $30s. ESA is an EOE and offers excellent employee benefits. To apply, email or mail cover letter, resume, and one writing sample to the attention of ESA Director of Public Affairs ([email protected]); 1990 M Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20036. This position will remain open until filled. No phone calls please.
