Communications Associate
Summary
| Title: | Communications Associate |
|---|---|
| ID: | 1002 |
| Location: | N/A |
| Department: | Marketing |
| Salary Range: | 50,000-55,000 |
Description
Communications Associate
Date Posted: 5/22/25
Type: Permanent, full-time position, exempt.
Location: Based at Active Transportation Alliance’s office in Chicago Loop.
Environment: Hybrid work environment combination of in-office and remote work.
About the Position
The Communications Associate is responsible for implementing the communications and marketing objectives of the Active Transportation Alliance. This position writes and edits content for websites, e -newsletters, social media, and various publications and resources. The Communications Associate is integral in organizational branding with a keen focus on communicating equitable and anti-racist best practices internally and externally.
This is a full-time, Chicago-based position under the direct supervision of the Communications Director. The work environment and schedule will balance working from home and from our downtown office. There will be a bit of travel around the city and region and occasional weekend events to attend. This role is salaried and exempt from overtime; it averages 40 hours/week.
Learn more about our work at www.activetrans.org.
About You
You are a key part of spreading our message to the general public, as well as cultivating and maintaining the relationship between the Active Transportation Allice and our supporters. You’re adept at creating content from scratch as well as repurposing it from other environments, and you care a great deal about ensuring our messages are driven by the needs of the platform, the audience, the brand voice, and overall communications strategy.
You enjoy a collaborative work environment and thrive on helping colleagues achieve their communications goals. The ideal candidate will have strong aesthetic instincts for digital and print layouts and an exceptional eye for detail. You want to see the organization putting its best foot forward by ensuring that our materials are compelling, professional, and error free. Your keen understanding of major social media platforms’ tools is combined with a passion for digital strategy, results, and analytics.
About the Organization
The Active Transportation Alliance is a non-profit advocacy organization. Our vision is a Chicago region abundant with walking, bicycling, and public transit options to create healthy, sustainable, and equitable communities. In partnership with thousands of members, hundreds of volunteers, and a wide spectrum of community partners, our dedicated team has been working for several decades to create more opportunities for people to travel safely, actively, and enjoyably.
Active Transportation Alliance is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy status, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We work to practice the principles of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion in all we do.
Active Transportation Alliance is a small organization doing big work and that means team members take on projects outside department or role-specific expectations from time to time; we go all in to support each other and our success.
About the Role — Key Accountabilities
Social media: Create, implement, and manage a social media strategy that includes regular monitoring, tracking against goals, scheduling, content creation, posting, and community management.
Email communications: Assist different departments within the organization in creating, formatting, and sending bulk email messages from Salesforce. Use A-B testing, standard list management practices, and compelling content to ensure reader engagement.
Communications & content development: Write, edit, and format print and digital materials aligned with organizational goals and audience needs, including website content, factsheets, reports, blog posts, and advocacy collateral. Support staff across development, advocacy, and events teams in creating effective communications, ensuring consistency with organizational voice and style.
Content strategy: Contribute to the overall content strategy by helping develop the editorial calendar and identifying communications opportunities based on departmental goals.
Marketing & working with partners: Serve as the point-person on a long-term project with partner organizations to change perceptions about public transit.
Design, production & visuals: Execute basic design projects and collaborate with graphic designers and vendors as needed. Help maintain the organization’s online photo database.
The Must-Haves
We understand that people gain skills through a variety of professional, personal, educational, and volunteer experiences. If you believe you have the skills to succeed in this role, regardless of your professional or educational background, we encourage you to apply.
Position Details
To Apply
Date Posted: 5/22/25
Type: Permanent, full-time position, exempt.
Location: Based at Active Transportation Alliance’s office in Chicago Loop.
Environment: Hybrid work environment combination of in-office and remote work.
About the Position
The Communications Associate is responsible for implementing the communications and marketing objectives of the Active Transportation Alliance. This position writes and edits content for websites, e -newsletters, social media, and various publications and resources. The Communications Associate is integral in organizational branding with a keen focus on communicating equitable and anti-racist best practices internally and externally.
This is a full-time, Chicago-based position under the direct supervision of the Communications Director. The work environment and schedule will balance working from home and from our downtown office. There will be a bit of travel around the city and region and occasional weekend events to attend. This role is salaried and exempt from overtime; it averages 40 hours/week.
Learn more about our work at www.activetrans.org.
About You
You are a key part of spreading our message to the general public, as well as cultivating and maintaining the relationship between the Active Transportation Allice and our supporters. You’re adept at creating content from scratch as well as repurposing it from other environments, and you care a great deal about ensuring our messages are driven by the needs of the platform, the audience, the brand voice, and overall communications strategy.
You enjoy a collaborative work environment and thrive on helping colleagues achieve their communications goals. The ideal candidate will have strong aesthetic instincts for digital and print layouts and an exceptional eye for detail. You want to see the organization putting its best foot forward by ensuring that our materials are compelling, professional, and error free. Your keen understanding of major social media platforms’ tools is combined with a passion for digital strategy, results, and analytics.
About the Organization
The Active Transportation Alliance is a non-profit advocacy organization. Our vision is a Chicago region abundant with walking, bicycling, and public transit options to create healthy, sustainable, and equitable communities. In partnership with thousands of members, hundreds of volunteers, and a wide spectrum of community partners, our dedicated team has been working for several decades to create more opportunities for people to travel safely, actively, and enjoyably.
Active Transportation Alliance is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy status, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We work to practice the principles of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion in all we do.
Active Transportation Alliance is a small organization doing big work and that means team members take on projects outside department or role-specific expectations from time to time; we go all in to support each other and our success.
About the Role — Key Accountabilities
Social media: Create, implement, and manage a social media strategy that includes regular monitoring, tracking against goals, scheduling, content creation, posting, and community management.
Email communications: Assist different departments within the organization in creating, formatting, and sending bulk email messages from Salesforce. Use A-B testing, standard list management practices, and compelling content to ensure reader engagement.
Communications & content development: Write, edit, and format print and digital materials aligned with organizational goals and audience needs, including website content, factsheets, reports, blog posts, and advocacy collateral. Support staff across development, advocacy, and events teams in creating effective communications, ensuring consistency with organizational voice and style.
Content strategy: Contribute to the overall content strategy by helping develop the editorial calendar and identifying communications opportunities based on departmental goals.
Marketing & working with partners: Serve as the point-person on a long-term project with partner organizations to change perceptions about public transit.
Design, production & visuals: Execute basic design projects and collaborate with graphic designers and vendors as needed. Help maintain the organization’s online photo database.
The Must-Haves
We understand that people gain skills through a variety of professional, personal, educational, and volunteer experiences. If you believe you have the skills to succeed in this role, regardless of your professional or educational background, we encourage you to apply.
- 2+ years of organizational digital communications experience, including generating social media content, creating and sending bulk email, and working on digital advocacy campaigns.
- Ability to juggle multiple projects/priorities at one time.
- Able to work well in a team environment, handle multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.
- A passion for the transformational nature of walking, bicycling, and transit on social and racial equity, community livability, and sustainability; or willingness to learn and embrace the same.
- Authentic interest in developing anti-racist perspectives and actions, both personally and professionally.
- Physical Requirements: Have the ability to:
- lift and carry items up to 25 pounds.
- operate a computer.
- sit at a desk for extended periods.
- stand, walk and be on your feet outdoors for extended periods.
- communicate and exchange information.
Position Details
- Start Date: This position is available immediately with a start date as soon as possible.
- Term: This is a permanent, full-time position based at Active Transportation Alliance’s office in Chicago.
- Salary: The salary range for this position is $50,000 – 55,000 annually commensurate with experience.
- Benefits include:
- 15 days paid vacation
- 10 days paid personal/sick time
- 15 paid holidays
- Employer-supported HMO, PPO, and HSA health insurance plan options
- Vision and dental insurance
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- Short-term disability/medical/family leave
- Pre-tax transit benefit
- 401k retirement plan
- Flexible work environment with hybrid in-office and remote workplace options
To Apply
- Please upload your resume, submit a cover letter, and answer some basic questions by using the link below.
- No emails or phone calls please.
- The position will remain open and available until filled.
This opening is closed and is no longer accepting applications
