Communications and Digital Media Organizer

Department: Robert Redford Conservancy for Southern California (RRC)

Supervisor: Director of RRC

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Develop and implement strategic communications plans supporting the Freight Community, Action Coalition’s education, engagement, and policy initiatives. Manage and grow coalition social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Create compelling content including videography, photography, social media posts, media advisories, and educational materials. Develop messaging and public education campaigns focused on AB 98 truck route implementation, air quality, land-use planning, and environmental justice. Coordinate digital organizing efforts to mobilize residents, community leaders, advocates, and coalition partners to participate in public hearings, workshops, and community actions Produce and edit video content highlighting community impacts, coalition victories, public policy developments, and grassroots advocacy efforts. Collaborate with coalition partners, environmental justice organizations, and community stakeholders to coordinate messaging and strengthen public engagement. Join monthly Pitzer Brand Champions meetings (Last Thursday of each month) Maintain coalition branding, messaging consistency, and digital presence across all communications platforms. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The individual must possess knowledge, skills and ability to be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the position or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Demonstrated experience in communications, digital media, advocacy campaigns, public affairs, social media management, and/or community engagement. Editing, storytelling, and strategic messaging skills. Experience creating communications materials for public education initiatives, and community organizing efforts. Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities. Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with coalitions, community organizations, public agencies, and advocacy groups. Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, social media analytics tools, and digital communications platforms. Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills preferred. Commitment to environmental justice, community empowerment, public health, and equitable land-use policies. Proficiency in videography, photography, video editing, and digital media production. Strong leadership and collaboration skills with a commitment to a team-based work environment. Natural aptitude for technology and expertise with MS Office, including expert level use of Excel. Ability to problem-solve and use analytical skills to develop and implement creative solutions. Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail. Ability to take initiative to work proactively, meet deadlines, organize and prioritize multiple projects, think strategically, and work with numbers and data. Exhibit personal integrity and ability to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information. Exhibit a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and sound professional judgment. Experience/Education Associate’s Degree preferred in Communications/Marketing or a relevant field preferred but not required (e.g., digital strategist, community manager, digital marketing). It is desirable to have understanding of freight policy, environmental justice, transportation planning, public health, and/or land-use policy issues. Experience managing multi-platform social media campaigns and audience engagement strategies. Licenses/Certifications Must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to the College’s automobile insurance Supervisory Responsibility No Time Type Full Time Work Schedule This is a temporary, full-time, non-exempt staff position working from November 1st, 2026 up to March 27th, 2026. The regular schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary depending on the operational needs of the College or department, including evenings and weekends as required. Compensation

Budget Salary Range: $31.00-$33.00 per hour

Physical Requirements: This is generally a sedentary position. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time and operate a computer for prolonged periods of time. You must have the ability to drive locally for events and appointments. See specifics below. Classifications No AB1825 No CSA Reporter No FERPA No Mandatory Reporter Yes Responsible Employee Employment Requirements Employment is contingent upon a candidate possessing the knowledge, skills and abilities to be able to successfully perform the essential duties of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Employment is also contingent upon new employees providing documents verifying U.S. citizenship or, for aliens, documents verifying legal permission to work in the United States. For positions requiring the use of a college-owned vehicle, employment is contingent upon a driving record acceptable to the colleges’ automobile liability insurance. Final candidates in all staff positions will be required to undergo a background investigation; in addition some positions may require a physical lift test and pulmonary function test. Covid-19 Vaccination Pitzer College has mandated the COVID-19 vaccination for all employees. New employees are required to show proof of full vaccination, including booster, against COVID-19 or request a Pitzer College approved