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The Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) is a national nonprofit working to reverse today’s extreme levels of corporate concentration and advance policies to rebuild the economic capacity of local communities. We use in-depth research, reporting, and data analysis to produce influential reports and articles. Our work illuminates the public policy decisions that have fueled concentration and shows how we can change the rules to create a more equitable and democratic future. Our analysis is frequently featured in national news media and sought out by policymakers. We work closely with a broad range of allies to move these ideas and policies.
ILSR is hiring a Digital Communications Manager, who will work closely with the Communications Director to develop and implement communication strategies that support the mission of the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.
In this role, you will work across several different initiatives to write, edit, and design creative public messaging to promote ILSR’s work through the organization’s newsletters, website, social media, events, and more. Download the full description here, or see this job posting at ilsr.org.
Responsibilities:
Social Media (35%)
Website (20%)
Multimedia Production (15%)
Email (15%)
Other (15%)
A Successful Candidate is:
Preferred Qualifications:
Compensation
This position is full-time and can be done remotely or based in an ILSR office in Minneapolis, MN; Portland, ME; or Washington, DC where the Communications Director is based. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $70,000 depending on skills and experience. Position includes 100% employer-paid health plan (you pay no premiums); generous vacation, holiday and parental leave; and a retirement plan with a matching contribution. We are a dynamic and friendly team dedicated to making the world a better place. ILSR takes professional growth seriously.
This is a bargaining union position with salary and benefits subject to pending collective bargaining, represented by OPEIU Local 12.
How to Apply:
Please send a cover letter addressed to Reggie Rucker, résumé, and no more than four samples reflecting your original work to hiring@ilsr.org. The cover letter should be no longer than 400 words and include mention of how you learned about the position.
At least one of the samples should be a writing sample, and no writing sample should be longer than 1,000 words (excerpts of longer pieces are welcome). If you have an online portfolio, you are welcome to include a link to that in addition to the samples included in your submission. Please submit all materials as a single PDF.
The subject line of the email should read, “Application for Digital Communications Manager.” We are accepting applications on a rolling basis until this position is filled. Check ILSR’s website for updated information.
If you’re excited about this position, but feel you don’t meet 100% of the requirements, please apply — we are looking for exceptional candidates, not candidates that check boxes.
ILSR welcomes applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences. Black people, Indigenous people, people of color, women, people with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, gender-nonconforming, veterans, and formerly incarcerated individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
ILSR is an Equal Opportunity Employer
ILSR is committed to providing employees with a welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. ILSR is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.