Social Media Specialist Job Listing at NRECA in Arlington, VA (Job ID R2025-693)

Description

Job Description

NRECA is a unique national trade association providing advocacy, financial services and business support services to over 900 consumer owned electric cooperatives across the country.  NRECA employees are united by our mission, inclusive culture, collaborative workplace and commitment to service excellence.  As a “best place to work” employer, we operate with integrity, transparency and a spirit of innovation.

Summary of Position

NRECA's communications and marketing department is a central hub of the association and is responsible for shaping external, internal and member communications and marketing efforts. The department works to tell the modern electric cooperative story, positively influence the perception of cooperatives with inside-the-beltway policymakers, elevate the organization's brand and showcase the value of NRECA membership. The communications and marketing team works closely with NRECA's C-suite, and partners with departments across the organization like Government Relations, Business and Technology Strategy, Education, Training and Events, and more. Collaboration, creativity, and passion drive the team to consistently achieve success and help build a better tomorrow for electric cooperatives across the nation.

We are looking to for a creative high performer to support and advance NRECA's social media capabilities. The focus of this position involves working with other social media page managers and proactively developing and executing NRECA's social media strategy across various platforms with an eye towards expanding the Association's reach and its reputation with key beltway audiences. This position works closely with other social media and design experts to deliver impactful results. 

Key Responsibilities 

• In collaboration with other social media team members, effectively manages corporate social media accounts, including but not limited to Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Youtube.
• Creates engaging and dynamic content and develops editorial calendars.
• Contributes social media content for use by NRECA's membership via Straight Talk.
• Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop relevant social media content to support various campaigns and initiatives.
• Monitors social media and industry news trends and presents NRECA as a thought-leader in relevant industries.
• Works closely with PR team to develop and distribute relevant news via social media channels.
• Tracks, reports and recommends tactics to respond to critical community feedback and comments to management and internal teams.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Affairs, Political Science or related field.
• 3+ years' experience managing social media or creating content in coordination with social media team in a fast-paced, creative environment. Experience with social media tools such as Sprout Social, Hootsuite Enterprise, Tweetdeck, Social Flow, or Canva.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years working on Capitol Hill or at a trade association preferred.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.
• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Disclaimer Statement: The preceding job description has been written to reflect management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Additional Requirement:

The preceding job description has been written to reflect management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

NRECA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail humanresources@nreca.coop or call: 703-907-5992 - NRECA Arlington Human Resources. Please call 402-483-9275 - NRECA Lincoln Human Resources, for Lincoln, NE employment opportunities. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently released the 'Know Your Rights' poster, which updates and replaces the previous "EEO is the Law" poster and "EEO Is the Law Poster Supplement". 

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination. NRECA will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.

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For more information about life at NRECA please visit www.Electric.coop.