Communications Specialist

$61,987 - $61,987/Yr

American Physical Society (Aps Physics) - Stony Brook, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Stony Brook, NY

10,001+ employees

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About the position

The American Physical Society (APS) is seeking a Communications Specialist to enhance its strategic communications efforts. This remote position involves managing social media, digital communications, public and media relations, and internal communications to effectively share information about APS with diverse audiences. The role emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and strategic thinking to support the organization's mission of advancing physics knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage business accounts on various social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, and WeChat.
• Assist in designing, executing, and improving a social media strategy.
• Maintain an editorial calendar for consistent messaging and timely content delivery.
• Create and publish engaging content across APS' social media platforms.
• Monitor social media channels for brand risks and opportunities.
• Foster community growth through timely responses and proactive engagement.
• Identify and report on key performance indicators to guide communications strategies.
• Collaborate to manage the internal communications program.
• Assist in developing and distributing internal communications during emergencies or sensitive situations.
• Support media outreach efforts and draft press materials.
• Assist in planning and content creation for web and email communications.
• Attend APS events for communications support as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field, or directly relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of three years of communications or marketing experience, preferably in an academic institution, scientific publisher, or nonprofit organization.
• Experience managing social media accounts for a brand.
• Impeccable writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Creative and strategic thinker with exceptional project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficient with communications tools like Sprout Social, Jostle, Slack, and Muck Rack.
• Fluent in AP style.

Nice-to-haves

• Background in science and/or physics.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules and ability to work remotely
• 8% employer-paid retirement contribution
• 100% employer paid medical benefits (PPO or HDHP option)
• Employer contribution to FSA or HSA account
• Lifestyle Spending benefit up to $2000.00 (USD) - 100% employer paid
• 100% employer paid dental benefits
• 100% employer paid vision benefits
• 100% employer paid basic life & accident insurance
• 100% employer paid disability insurance
• Voluntary accident & critical illness insurance
• Healthcare, commuter & dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 15 days of annual vacation
• 17 paid holidays
• 4 days of personal leave annually
• 1 day of volunteer leave annually
• 10 days of sick leave annually
• 2-15 days of bereavement & compassion leave based on loss
• 12 weeks employer-paid family leave
• College tuition reimbursement plan
• Job related seminar & continuing education
• 100% employer paid professional certification/recertification
• Access to LinkedIn Learning on-demand courses
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mindfulness Meditation classes (live and on-demand)