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Director of Communications & Marketing (New York, NY)

Organization: U.S. Green Building Council, New York Chapter


The Organization

USGBC New York is the local presence of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the premier forum for the nation’s experts on green building and the creators of the LEED rating system (the de facto standard for green building in North America). USGBC New York combines USGBC’s credibility and unparalleled expertise with a comprehensive understanding of New York’s building marketplace. USGBC New York’s mission is to promote buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work.
Position Overview

USGBC New York currently has an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who is interested in growing the green building movement. USGBC New York is in the process of a significant expansion and this senior position presents a unique opportunity with a marquee environmental organization.

This Director of Communications & Marketing will be responsible for devising, implementing, and managing USGBC New York’s internal and external communications and fundraising efforts. This person will play a central role in the development and marketing of USGBC New York’s Virtual Green Resource Center. In the future, USGBC New York plans to hire a development director and transition the Director of Communications & Marketing position into a full-time communications role.

The position will provide the qualified candidate broad latitude to shape the field of green building and to have a major impact on the future of New York City.

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with skill, knowledge and experience level, in addition to a generous benefits package.
Specific Communications & Marketing Responsibilities Include:

* Develop and implement public outreach and media relations strategies to advance USGBC New York's education agenda and enhance its visibility, image and influence
* Manage the content and messaging of USGBC New York’s web site, weekly newsletter, brochures and other such publications
* Manage media relations, including creating advisories and releases, writing and placing letters to the editor and op-ed pieces, coordinating interviews, maintaining clips, and managing press events
* Work with the Director of Programs and other senior staff on the development and marketing of a Virtual Green Building Resource Center
* Ensure that all communications produced by USGBC New York’s are professional, engaging, well written and appropriate for the target audience.
* Supervise USGBC New York’s part-time graphic designer and e-blast manager
* Supervise other staff and manage consultants and vendors as necessary

Specific Development Responsibilities Include:

* Conceptualize and implement USGBC New York’s development strategy, including fundraising from foundations, corporations and private donors
* Develop and implement strategic marketing and communication initiatives for prospects
* Develop foundation proposals in collaboration with appropriate staff
* Be able to represent and articulate the work of the organization to prospective donors
* Manage a Development & Membership Assistant

Qualifications/Skills:

* At least 10 years experience in Communications or Marketing required
* Experience in fundraising/business development preferred
* Understand New York’s political landscape and high-level environmental issues
* Ability to manage multiple projects, including those that may involve consultants
* Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
* Strong organizational and computer skills (MS Office)
* Attention to detail and ability to multi-task
* Creativity, energy, confidence, integrity, initiative, and independence.

To Apply

Please email resume and cover letter with “Director of Communications & Marketing" in the subject line to jobs@usgbcny.org by April 15, 2008.

Source: BSR