Science Writer – Long Island Sound Study @ NEIWPCC
Science Writer – Long Island Sound Study
Description
NEIWPCC is seeking a full-time science writer to provide their scientific and technical expertise in writing and publishing communications products for the Long Island Sound Study (LISS).
What You Will Do
As a science writer for NEIWPCC, your work will be heavily geared towards
implementing the LISS Communications, Outreach, and Engagement (COE) Plan. You
will write articles and feature projects on LISS’s online communications
channels, assist with the Living Shoreline Project’s interactive map and
webpages, perform website updates, support the development of public
engagement content, drafting and coordinating social media content, assist
with photography and videography initiatives, and provide scientific,
technical, and programmatic communications support on various initiatives. You
will participate in occasional site visits, programmatic meetings,
conferences, and summits. You will also directly oversee and manage the work
of other communications team members and help to shape future communications
work for the LISS program.
What You Will Bring / Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidate will be a skilled writer who is passionate about
communicating how science and management can help sustain and protect urban
waterways from emerging threats. Ideally, the candidate will have a degree in
marine environmental science or policy, engineering, English, journalism,
communications, or related field; with professional experience in the
development of outreach materials, as well as website and print publication
design. The candidate will be reliable, have a strong attention to detail, and
able to effectively establish working relationships with scientists and
stakeholders. A proven ability to construct scientifically valid and
informative communications materials, the ability to shoot and edit photos and
videos, and experience with WordPress is desired. Candidates with alternative
qualifications or who have taken a less traditional career path may be
considered if an aptitude for success and a strong willingness to learn is
clearly apparent.
Logistics
This full-time NEIWPCC position will work eight hours per day and is based in
Stamford, CT. Duties will be performed largely in an office setting and will
require some travel, for which a valid driver’s license and private means of
transportation is required. After six months of employment, this position may
be eligible for a partial telework schedule for office-based duties, subject
to approval and determined by program and office needs. Proof of COVID-19
vaccination required.
Benefits
NEIWPCC offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
NEIWPCC pays 75% of premiums for health/dental/vision coverage, contributes
10% of annual base salary to employee retirement plans, provides 15 paid
vacation days per fiscal year in addition to paid holidays and paid volunteer
leave, 15 paid sick days, and offers tuition reimbursement and professional
development support. NEIWPCC is a qualified employer for the Public Service
Student Loan Forgiveness program.
Salary
Anticipated annual salary range is $65,000 to $80,000.
To Apply
Submit cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample by email to
jobs@neiwpcc.org by November 11, 2023. Please
reference #24-LISS-001 in the email subject line. Accepting applications until
the position is filled.
A full position description and benefits listing may be viewed at: https://neiwpcc.org/about-us/careers. Additional information about LISS can be found at: https://longislandsoundstudy.net/.
About NEIWPCC
NEIWPCC is a regional commission that helps the states of the Northeast
preserve and advance water quality. We engage and convene water quality
professionals and other interested parties from New England and New York to
collaborate on water, wastewater, and environmental science challenges across
shared regions, ecosystems, and areas of expertise. Our mission is to advance
clean water in the Northeast through collaboration with, and service to, our
member states.
NEIWPCC’s Diversity Commitment
NEIWPCC is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of
diversity, equity and inclusion. NEIWPCC is an equal opportunity employer, and
will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because
of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identification, marital status, physical and mental
disability, ancestry, genetic information, age, political or union
affiliation, pregnancy or related medical conditions, military service or
application for military service, veteran status, or any other status or
classification protected by applicable law. Physical or mental disabilities
will be considered only as they may relate to the candidate’s ability to
fulfill bona fide job requirements. This policy refers to all personnel
practices including employee recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions,
training, disciplining, terminating and all other conditions. Read more about
NEIWPCC’s commitment to diversity here: https://neiwpcc.org/about-
us/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/.
Mid-level, Senior-level
Nonprofit- NGO
Anticipated annual salary range is $65,000 to $80,000
Location
Stamford ct, North Street, Stamford, CT, USA
Category
Posted
2023-10-29 00:00