OHAZ Communications Manager
About The Position
The Oregon Hazards Lab seeks a skilled communicator and organizer to support our vision of operating a real-time multi-hazards environmental monitoring system. Based in Eugene, OR, this position will manage the lab’s communications program and lead the effort to share the lab’s stories and public safety products with end-users and general public to broaden the reach of the OHAZ products and amplify the work of OHAZ partners. The OHAZ Communications Manager will manage communications from the lab, including its social media accounts, website, and publications. The position will work closely with university media relations and government relations staff to communicate the lab’s goals and accomplishments to the public and government officials. This candidate must have strong communications skills, attention to detail, and political acumen. As part of the mission of the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network, they will advocate for the use of products arising from the USGS-led Advanced National Seismic System (ANSS) and focus on service as the ShakeAlert Technical Engagement Regional Coordinator in Oregon. They will recruit and support community lifelines, businesses, and critical infrastructure operators in using ShakeAlert earthquake early warning technology. Engagement efforts will include assisting new alert delivery partners through product licensing, testing, and development, as well as connecting prospective end-users with alert delivery products. Efforts will also include public presentations, creating new outreach materials, and organizing workshops and meetings. The OHAZ Communications Manager will also conduct outreach and communications regarding deployment and utilization of OHAZ fire camera technology. Engaging with the fire professionals and emergency responders, they will communicate success stories and use-case anecdotes. They will also grow public awareness of fire camera availability and support preparedness messaging to members of the public. This individual will coordinate closely with stakeholders and partners across the United States to solve problems, define and employ best practices, and communicate technological science-driven systems. They must have strong project management, time management, and organization skills, as they will manage multiple projects concurrently.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communication, public relations, earth sciences, environmental sciences, or a related field.
- Five (5) years of professional experience in communications, public relations, or outreach.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking; ability to prioritize audience interest and tailor communications accordingly.
- Ability to manage multiple projects at once in a fast-changing environment.
- Strong project management, time management, and organization skills.
- Ability to learn, research, and apply new approaches and solutions to problems.
- Experience working successfully both autonomously and in a team.
- Experience advocating for program outcomes, ability to successfully interact with public officials and media representatives and use political acumen.
- Ability to communicate complex matters to technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to convey key details to policy makers and key stakeholders.
- Ability to generate and deliver high-quality, high-stakes content about OHAZ program needs and impact within a short turn-around time.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of journalistic communications, including experience writing press releases and answering interview questions.
- Experience engaging with elected officials and formulation of legislative strategies and policy.
- Professional web design experience, with skills in Wordpress and/or Drupal.
- Experience with Atlassian, Microsoft Office365, and Google Workspace.
- Professional experience with content creation and managing social media accounts, including Facebook, Instagram, and/or X. Ability to implement and utilize a content-management platform preferred (e.g., Hootsuite or Sprout Social).
- Experience with graphic design tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
Responsibilities
- Manage the lab’s communications program
- Share the lab’s stories and public safety products with end-users and general public
- Manage communications from the lab, including its social media accounts, website, and publications
- Work closely with university media relations and government relations staff to communicate the lab’s goals and accomplishments to the public and government officials
- Advocate for the use of products arising from the USGS-led Advanced National Seismic System (ANSS)
- Focus on service as the ShakeAlert Technical Engagement Regional Coordinator in Oregon
- Recruit and support community lifelines, businesses, and critical infrastructure operators in using ShakeAlert earthquake early warning technology
- Assist new alert delivery partners through product licensing, testing, and development
- Connect prospective end-users with alert delivery products
- Public presentations, creating new outreach materials, and organizing workshops and meetings
- Conduct outreach and communications regarding deployment and utilization of OHAZ fire camera technology
- Communicate success stories and use-case anecdotes
- Grow public awareness of fire camera availability and support preparedness messaging to members of the public
- Coordinate closely with stakeholders and partners across the United States to solve problems, define and employ best practices, and communicate technological science-driven systems
- Manage multiple projects concurrently
Benefits
- health insurance
- retirement plans
- paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
