Communications Specialist

- The Communications Specialist focuses on creating digital content and strategy that strengthens our online and mobile presence and inspires people to interact with and support their forest preserves. - Primary role is writing and editing website content and managing site design, usability and analytics to expand online audiences and increase revenues. - Follows marketing, social media and technology trends to help optimize website, mobile and online resources. - Works across all departments to analyze marketing needs and present solutions that build understanding and awareness of our brand, connect people to our mission, and help increase online sales. - This position also writes, edits and designs content for a variety of other electronic and print communication channels, including our mobile app, e-newsletters, social media, publications, advertising, marketing campaigns, multimedia presentations, news releases and general communications.

- Bachelor's Degree in communications/marketing/graphic and web design/advertising; digital arts/technology, or related field. - Two years of experience in writing and developing content for web, mobile, social media, electronic and print communication channels. - Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills; creative skills; ability to work independently and manage multiple projects. - Must demonstrate success and working knowledge of: web/mobile content management systems (CMS), HTML, CSS; Adobe Creative Suites C5/C6 (Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator); social networking; current, innovative and emerging industry trends; and analytics tools and tactics. - Must possess a valid driver’s license.