The New Mexico Environmental Law Center (NMELC) is seeking applications for a Communications
Specialist dedicated to NMELC’s mission of working with communities to advance environmental
justice and human rights.
JOB SUMMARY: The Communications Specialist will lead the organization’s internal and external
communications, and will create communications’ processes that further the organization’s mission.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Develop and implement an effective communications strategy that will help to organize and expand
the presence of the law center
● Write, edit, and distribute content, including publications, press releases, website content, annual
reports, speeches, and other marketing material that communicates the organization's mission and
on-going activities
● Actively engage and work with communities the law center serves and represents as part of building
a strong communications process
● Develop ongoing communications-related strategies including campaigns, community engagement,
public education, among others
● Manage and expand the organization’s presence across various social media platforms
● Coordinate with appropriate staff to respond to media inquiries and arrange interviews
● Establish and maintain effective relationships with the press and maintain a media database
● Seek opportunities to enhance the reputation of the organization and its work, and help to
coordinate ongoing events
● Work closely with Development Team and other staff to create, coordinate, and manage
communications and campaigns
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree and at least 2-4 years of demonstrated experience
working in communications, public relations, and/or marketing.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
● Must embrace the Law Center’s mission and be dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and
inclusive work environment
● Knowledge of effective communication and marketing techniques and the importance of centering
diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout
● Excellent writing and editing skills
● Strong organizational, problem-solving, time-management, planning skills and experience
● Proficiency in design and publishing software
● Proficiency in all social media platforms including knowledge of social media best practices and use
● Experience in web design and publication, preferably using Wordpress and/or Wix
● Excellent interpersonal skills and solid public speaking ability
● Ability to make complex and controversial issues more understandable
● Creative, self-starter attitude
● Organized and inspiring team leader and member
PREFERRED SKILLS:
● Bilingual (Especially Spanish and/or Native Languages)
● Education and/or experience working with LGBTQIA, frontline, and Black, Indigenous, People of
Color (BIPOC) communities
● Education and/or experience with environmental justice issues
● Graphic design experience
● Audio/Video editing experience (e.g. creating short videos/ads and/or podcasts)
Applicants should submit resume, cover letter, work samples (optional), and three references
electronically to Dr. Virginia Necochea, Executive Director at [email protected]. All required
documents must be submitted electronically. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
Interviews may be conducted via online video conference based on guidance from government/health
agencies.