Social Media Associate

Earthjustice is the nation's leading environmental law organization. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health, preserve magnificent places and wildlife, advance clean energy, and combat climate change. We are here because the Earth needs a good lawyer. 

Driven by a passion for justice, inclusion, partnership, and excellence, our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. 

As part of a 12-person Marketing team within a much larger Communications department, the Social Media Associate supports awareness, advocacy, and engagement efforts through social listening, audience engagement, insights, and content development. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in issue advocacy and a well-rounded background in social media, digital communications, and content strategy. 

This is a non-supervisory position. 

The Social Media Associate is expected to work a full-time (37.5 hours/week) schedule and may work hybrid from the following locations: San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, or Washington, DC.  

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

Audience Engagement & Social Listening (35%) 

• Monitor Earthjustice social platforms daily and engage with audiences through comments and conversations 
• Conduct social listening to track sentiment and emerging narratives in the news cycle, identifying rapid response opportunities for engagement and thought leadership 
• Share insights from social listening to inform content, campaigns, and engagement strategies 

Content & Copywriting (35%) 

• Draft social media copy in collaboration with social team for use across platforms  
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and social media team to conceptualize and plan content for Earthjustice campaigns 
• Ensure all content is accurate, on-brand, and tailored to target audiences 

Planning & Reporting (20%) 

• Support reporting & analytics by pulling regular reports on social media metrics and campaign performance 
• Share ongoing insights and recommendations to improve KPIs and content performance 
• Maintain social content calendars; Coordinate content reviews and publishing workflows 

Other (10%) 

• Stay informed on platform updates and evolving social media best practices 
• Support special projects and cross-functional initiatives as needed 
• Actively pursue professional development and contribute to a culture of learning by building skills and sharing knowledge. 

Please note that the percentage breakdowns provided above serve as a guideline and that other duties may be assigned as part of the job’s requirements. 

WHAT YOU’LL BRING 

• 2-3 years of experience in social media, digital communications, or a related field 
• Exceptional written communication and copywriting skills 
• Experience in nonprofit, legal, or issue advocacy 
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple project timelines 
• Strong understanding of social platforms and community management best practices 
• Proficiency with social media management, listening, and reporting platforms such as Brandwatch, Sprout Social, and/or Hootsuite 
• Basic design or video editing experience using tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite 
• Demonstrated commitment to Earthjustice’s values of Justice, Excellence, Inclusion, and Partnership. 

SALARY & BENEFITS 

We offer a competitive salary and excellent, comprehensive benefits. We also offer a casual and congenial work environment. 

Salaries at Earthjustice are determined by working location and are commensurate with the experience required.

The annual salary range for this role in San Francisco and New York, NY is
 $80,300 - $89,200.

The annual salary range for this role in Los Angeles, CA, Chicago, IL, and Washington, DC is $76,300 - $84,800.    

TO APPLY 

Interested candidates should submit the following materials via Jobvite. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the role is filled. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

• Resume 
• Cover letter 

Information about our hiring process and tips for success can be found at https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/hiring-process. Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application.  

Please Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for personnel so classified. 

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position.

For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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