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Communications Coordinator

Pittsburgh Office – June 2025

About the Pennsylvania Environmental Council:

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that protects and restores natural and built environments through innovation, collaboration, education, and advocacy. At the heart of PEC’s success is our belief in the value of partnerships with the private sector, government, communities, and individuals to improve every Pennsylvanian’s quality of life. PEC has four regional offices across Pennsylvania, where staff engage in projects and policy initiatives that promote land and water-based recreational opportunities, equitable access to the outdoors, protection and conservation of water resources, promotion of forward- thinking energy and climate approaches, and sustainable development of communities and landscapes.

Position Summary:

The Communications Coordinator works with the Director of Communications to develop and produce compelling multimedia and social media content, maintain and improve communications infrastructure, support development and fundraising activities, and ensure that PEC’s message reaches the right audiences.

PEC’s external communications utilize a variety of platforms including our website, social media, videos, podcasts, monthly newsletters, press releases and op-eds, and more. In that mix, we are looking for a Communications Coordinator who can focus on the operations and content of our website(s) and social media accounts while contributing to a variety of creative and administrative tasks. The Communications Coordinator is responsible for keeping the website functioning (with contractor support), and for timely publication and promotion of content.

Primary Responsibilities:

  1. Work with external contractors to maintain and improve the PEC website.
  2. Identify and develop story ideas; research, write, edit, format, and publish webcontent.
  3. Coordinate content planning including fundraising messaging and manageeditorial calendars.
  4. Compile and distribute monthly newsletter; manage email lists and releaseschedules.
  5. Populate social media feeds with timely and relevant posts.
  6. Assist with multimedia production tasks including graphic design and layout,copyediting and proofreading, photography, video, and audio work.
  7. Maintain and curate digital asset libraries.
  8. Monitor and prepare reports on audience metrics.
  9. Support earned-media outreach and track external coverage.
  10. Other duties as assigned.

Specific required skills:

  1. Exceptional writing, verbal communication, and organizational skills
  2. Experience with WordPress and functional understanding of web infrastructure, Google Analytics, and search engine optimization
  3. Experience managing social media accounts on behalf of an organization or business.
  4. Ability to work evenings and weekends, or in locations other than Pittsburgh, as reasonable and necessary for performance of duties.

Desired Skills:

  1. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, Audition, and InDesign
  2. Photography and/or videography; audiovisual postproduction
  3. Graphic design and layout
  4. Experience working or volunteering for a nonprofit organization or mission-driven enterprise.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have substantial writing and editing experience across multiple platforms and media. Commitment to PEC’s organizational mission.

Compensation:

This is a salaried position commensurate with experience and includes the following benefits: medical and prescription benefits as well as voluntary dental and vision plans; vacation, holidays, and sick days; 403(b) retirement savings; life insurance; and flexible scheduling as needed.

The salary range for this position is $50,000 – $55,000, depending on experience.

Location:

The position is based out of the Pittsburgh Office located at 810 River Avenue, Suite 201. Staff have the option to work remotely up to two days per week. Travel to other locations in the region and state will be required.

How to Apply:

Submit a cover letter, resume, and any salary requirements to [email protected] by July 18, 2025.

DEI & Equal Opportunity Employment:

PEC seeks to recruit candidates for employment that represent the region’s diverse communities in race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and ability. As we work towards inclusive and equitable recruitment and retention practices, we are dedicated to uplifting diverse opinions and backgrounds to grow and evolve as a welcoming workplace for all.

Position Description

PA Trail Finder Intern

Summer 2025

About PEC:

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) protects and restores the natural and built environment through innovation, collaboration, education and advocacy. Through its Trails and Recreation Program, PEC facilitates regional partnerships of local governments, agencies, and allied non-profits to envision, plan, and implement trail systems and outdoor recreation related projects.

Position Summary:

The intern will work closely with the Trails and Recreation Program Manager and Mapping Coordinator specifically on the PA Trail Finder project. The PA Trail Finder will be an interactive map/database of curated outdoor experiences similar to these examples from Nevada, Maine, and Vermont/New Hampshire. The main role of the intern will be to compile trail information for the website, including the trail description, types of activities/uses permitted, length, difficulty, and other relevant information for visitors. Excellent writing skills are essential, as is a knowledge of and passion for trails and outdoor recreation activities. GIS and Mapping skills are also a plus, but not required. The internship will begin in early June and last through the end of August. Exact start and end dates are flexible.

Qualifications:
– Computer proficiency especially in Google Docs and Sheets and/or Microsoft Word and Excel
– Proficiency in writing in the English language, with the ability to distill information from a variety of sources into concise paragraphs and write summary sentences
– Excellent independent research and creative problem solving capabilities
– Experience with ArcGIS a plus, but not required
– Must be able to work on a team and independently

Compensation:

This is a full-time hourly paid position. Compensation is $15/hour.

Location:

This position will be based at PEC’s State College office at 2009 Cato Ave, State College, PA 16801.

To Apply:

Send your resume and a cover letter that describes how your experience and interests blend with this internship position to [email protected] by June 20, 2025.