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Communications & Media Director

Reports to: Executive Director
Location: California or Oregon, Northern California Preferred; Hybrid Remote/In-Person
Classification: Exempt, Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Salary: $65,000 - $90,000 DOE; annually with full health benefits

Organization Overview

Save California Salmon (SCS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting California waters, restoring salmon populations, advancing Tribal rights, and supporting community-based environmental advocacy and education. SCS works at the intersection of environmental justice, water policy, fisheries protection, public education, and grassroots organizing to advance long-term ecological and community health throughout California.

Position Summary

The Communications & Media Director leads the creative vision, storytelling strategy, and public-facing communications for Save California Salmon. This position ensures that all media, branding, and outreach efforts effectively amplify community voices, mobilize public engagement, and advance policy and campaign goals. The Communications & Media Director manages the creative team and oversees the development of multimedia content, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with organizational priorities.

Primary Responsibilities

Creative Strategy & Storytelling

Lead the organization’s creative vision, branding, and narrative strategy
Develop storytelling frameworks that center community voices and environmental justice
Align creative outputs with campaign and policy priorities
Identify opportunities to expand reach, engagement, and impact

Content Oversight & Production

Review, approve, and schedule all social media and public-facing content
Guide development of multimedia content (video, photo, graphics, written materials)
Ensure consistency in tone, messaging, and quality across platforms
Collaborate with staff to translate technical and policy work into accessible content

Team Management & Supervision

Supervise Social Media Coordinator, Videographer, Event Coordinator, and other Media staff
Provide direction, feedback, and performance management
Establish workflows, timelines, and content calendars
Support team skill development and coordination

Branding & Communications Materials

Develop and maintain organizational style guides and branding standards
Oversee design and production of reports, campaign materials, and outreach tools
Ensure consistency across digital, print, and event materials

Media Strategy & Public Engagement

Coordinate messaging across campaigns, media, and events
Support media engagement and communications strategy
Identify opportunities for storytelling through partnerships and campaigns

Grants, Communications & Strategic Storytelling Support

Support the Grants Manager by providing program descriptions, communications metrics, outreach materials, media examples, and branding assets for grant proposals and reporting
Assist the Grants Manager in identifying communications and media funding opportunities aligned with SCS goals
Coordinate with the Grants Manager to ensure grant-funded communications, outreach, educational materials, and media commitments are completed on time
Supervise development of grant-related media content, including newsletters, reports, social media campaigns, videos, presentations, and public education materials
Track and document communications outcomes, public engagement, event participation, media reach, and storytelling impacts for grant reporting
Assist in highlighting funder-supported work through media, public outreach, events, and community storytelling while ensuring appropriate recognition and compliance with grant requirements
Ensure communications and media activities align with grant commitments, organizational branding, and long-term strategic goals

Required Skills & Qualifications

Experience in communications, media, or creative direction
Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to clarity and detail
Strong internal communication and collaboration skills
Strong understanding of storytelling, branding, and digital media strategy
Experience managing and mentoring staff
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
Strong organizational and project management skills

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

A degree in graphic design, science communications, or equivalent program
Basic graphic design and formatting skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite, or similar)
Experience with website management platforms (e.g., WordPress or similar CMS)
Familiarity with environmental, water, or justice issues
Familiarity with California State Water Policy

A background in brand identity & color scheme development
Experience in nonprofit, environmental, or advocacy organizations
Familiarity with salmon, water policy, or environmental justice issues
Basic understanding of analytics and performance tracking
Experience supporting campaign-based communications
Experience working with tribes and/or tribal communities

Work Environment and Travel

Full-time position with an expected workload of approximately 40 hours per week. This position is either fully remote or hybrid/remote. Occasional in-person meetings or events are required. Must have reliable internet access. Flexibility to adjust workload based on campaign priorities and organizational needs. Ability to meet consistent deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required during campaign pushes.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Save California Salmon is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace. We strongly encourage applicants from Tribal communities, communities of color, rural communities, LGBTQ+ communities, and other historically underrepresented groups to apply.

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Grants and Development Manager

Job Title: Grants and Development Manager
Reports to: Operations Manager
Location: Oregon or California (Remote/Hybrid) Flexible schedule available to students
Classification: Early Career/Entry-Level, Non-Exempt, Part-Time (20 hours per week)

Pay: $25 per hour

Organization Overview:

Save California Salmon is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting California waters, restoring salmon populations, advancing Tribal rights, and supporting community-based environmental advocacy and education. SCS works at the intersection of environmental justice, water policy, fisheries protection, public education, and grassroots organizing to advance long-term ecological and community health throughout California.

Position Summary:

Save California Salmon is seeking a motivated early-career professional or student to serve as a Grants and Development Manager, supporting the organization’s fundraising and development efforts. This is a training-oriented role designed to build skills in grant research, writing, reporting, and grants management within a mission-driven nonprofit environment.

The Grants Manager will work closely with leadership, operations, bookkeepers, and program directors to identify funding opportunities, support proposal development, and ensure compliance with grant requirements. This role is ideal for someone interested in nonprofit management, environmental policy, or fundraising who is eager to learn and grow professionally.

This role builds internal fundraising capacity while developing the next generation of nonprofit leaders. By supporting grant research, writing, and management, the Grants and Development Manager directly contributes to Save California Salmon’s ability to sustain and expand its programs, campaigns, and community impact.

Primary Responsibilities:

Grant Research & Prospecting

Research and identify potential funding opportunities from foundations, government agencies, and other sources for SCS to apply to
Track deadlines, eligibility requirements, and application guidelines
Maintain and update a grants calendar and funding database

Grant Writing & Proposal Support

Assist in drafting grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting materials
Compile programmatic information, budgets, and supporting documents in collaboration with staff and contractors
Edit and format proposals to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with funder requirements
Support submission of grant applications

Grants Management & Reporting

Track active grants, including deliverables, reporting deadlines, and funding amounts
Assist in preparing grant reports by gathering data from program staff
Ensure compliance with grant requirements and documentation standards
Maintain organized digital records of all grant-related materials

Administrative & Development Support

Support the development of fundraising materials and donor communications as needed
Assist leadership with basic grant-related financial tracking and reporting coordination
Participate in internal planning meetings to align funding with program priorities
Provide general administrative support related to development and fundraising

Training & Professional Development:

This position is designed as a learning and growth opportunity. The Grants Manager will receive:

Mentorship from leadership (COO, Executive Director, and external grant consultants)
Training in grant writing, budgeting, and nonprofit fundraising systems
Exposure to environmental policy, Tribal partnerships, and advocacy campaigns
Opportunities to assume increasing ownership of grant proposals over time

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Current student or recent graduate in Environmental Studies, Public Policy, communications, nonprofit management, or related field
Strong writing, editing, and research skills
Close attention to detail and organizational ability
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and tasks
Willingness to learn and receive feedback
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Interest in environmental issues, salmon conservation, water policy, or Tribal advocacy
Experience with academic writing, research papers, or internships
Familiarity with nonprofit or grant work (not required)
Basic understanding of budgeting or financial tracking (can be trained)

Work Environment and Travel:

This position is hybrid remote/in-person and requires occasional travel throughout California for meetings. Must have reliable internet access.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Documentation Verification:

As part of our onboarding process, we may verify representations made during the application and hiring process that are material to the position or to Save California Salmon's public reporting. By submitting this application, I certify that all statements made in this application, including but not limited to information regarding my education, work experience, professional credentials, and community affiliations, are true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in disqualification from consideration, withdrawal of any offer of employment, or, if I am already employed, disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination, regardless of when the discrepancy is discovered. I further understand and agree that Save California Salmon may verify any information provided in this application.

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