Part-Time Communications Assistant at WildCare (san rafael)

Part-Time Communications Assistant at WildCare Location: San Rafael, CA Type: Part-time / Non-Exempt (20 hours a week) Reports to: Director of Communications Salary: Hourly Range: $27 - $30 Position Summary: WildCare is seeking a detail-oriented and tech-savvy Communications Assistant to support our Communications Team with website management, email marketing, database maintenance, content creation, and general administrative tasks. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, is highly organized, and brings a passion for wildlife and environmental conservation. Key Responsibilities: Website Management: Assist in updating and maintaining WildCare’s website using WordPress (specifically Beaver Builder), ensuring content is current, accurate, and visually engaging. Optimize website content and track engagement. Email Marketing: Code and schedule email campaigns using Salesforce Account Engagement (Pardot), ensuring timely and effective communication with supporters. Track email statistics and segmentation efforts. Requires experience with HTML, but training is provided. Database & Data Entry Support: Help maintain and organize WildCare’s photo database. Support data integrity efforts, assist with data entry, and help manage contact lists for communications purposes. Media & Advocacy Support: Help maintain and update media lists, assist with outreach efforts, and support WildCare’s advocacy initiatives by tracking issues and helping prepare materials and communications. Team Support During the Public Phase of WildCare’s Capital Campaign: Maintain the agenda and take notes during weekly Communications Team meetings. Assist with follow-ups and project tracking as needed. General Administrative and Communications Support: Provide administrative and project-based support to the Communications Team and contribute to other duties as assigned. Qualifications: - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills - Demonstrated attention to detail and strong organizational abilities - Experience working with or passion for wildlife, animal welfare, or environmental causes preferred - Proficiency with: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) Salesforce Account Engagement (Pardot) HTML for email development and content management systems strongly preferred WordPress, especially Beaver Builder or similar - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment - Previous experience in communications, marketing, or nonprofit administration preferred Additional Details: This is a part-time, non-exempt position The role will be primarily onsite at WildCare in San Rafael. WildCare's primary facility in downtown San Rafael is currently under construction, so this role will be located at our satellite and interim locations in Terra Linda until project completion. Working nights and weekends is sometimes required Must be able to lift and move up to 20 pounds How to Apply: Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications, and any relevant work samples (e.g., website, email, or writing samples) to the email associated with this ad. No phone calls, please.