AMERICAN GEOPHYSICAL UNION

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Job DetailsJob Location: AMERICAN GEOPHYSICAL UNION - WASHINGTON, DC 20009Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $75,096.00 - $125,160.00 Salary/yearJob Shift: DayWHY JOIN AGU Our employees are our most valuable assets! You will feel welcomed and supported from the moment you join our team, and you will take part in strengthening and evolving our workplace culture. We offer work-life balance and innovative benefits. Work-life balance: remote-first organization, flexible work hours, unlimited PTO, Summer Fridays off, paid holidays, military leave, parental leave. Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, wellness, tuition reimbursement, 403(b) retirement plan, FSA, HSA, theft protection, personal and professional development, and much more. WHO WE ARE The American Geophysical Union (AGU) supports a global community of more than half a million professionals and advocates in the Earth and space sciences. Through broad and inclusive partnerships, AGU aims to advance discovery and solution science that accelerates knowledge and creates solutions that are ethical, unbiased, and respectful of communities and their values. Our programs include serving as a scholarly publisher, convening virtual and in-person events, and providing career support. We live our values in everything we do, such as our net-zero energy renovated building in Washington, D.C., and our Ethics and Equity Center, which fosters a diverse and inclusive geoscience community to ensure responsible conduct. This is an exciting time to work at AGU. Every day we approach our work with a sense of purpose, and we look for others who share that passion and desire for a career with impact. WHO YOU ARE As the Manager, Communications you will play a key role in advancing AGU’s mission to promote discovery in Earth and space sciences for the benefit of humanity by providing strategic communications for the organization. You will be responsible for developing and executing high-impact communications that support AGU’s programs, leadership, and institutional priorities. You serve as a strategic writing and messaging partner to senior staff and volunteer leaders, producing speeches, talking points, executive remarks, organizational statements, and narrative materials that translate complex initiatives into clear and compelling communications. You play a central role in organizational media relations, working in close coordination with the scientific media relations staff to align strategy, messaging, and timing. You are required to have professional editorial judgment, comfort operating in complex or sensitive situations, and the ability to advise leaders on communications strategy as well as execution. You will report to the Director, Media and Public Relations, within the Strategic Communications and Marketing (SCM) department, and will work in collaboration with the Marketing, Design and Branding, and Eos science news teams in SCM. WHAT YOU WILL DO In coordination with the Director, you will manage the development of strategic communications products for AGU leadership and programs, including speeches, talking points, executive remarks, briefing materials, and written narratives for complex initiatives. Serve as a trusted communications advisor to senior staff and program leaders, providing guidance on message framing, tone, audience considerations, and reputational risk. Manage and coordinate organizational media relations in collaboration with SCM leadership and the scientific media relations team to ensure aligned strategy, clear roles, and consistent messaging. Support crisis and issues communications, working closely with the Director and Vice President to draft materials, prepare leadership messaging, and respond to emerging situations as needed. Write and edit high-stakes communications such as organizational announcements, leadership correspondence, position statements, op-eds, letters to the editor, and other materials representing AGU publicly. Lead the development of communications plans for major initiatives and programs, integrating messaging, audiences, timing, and channels in collaboration with internal partners. Provide limited support for internal communications, including select leadership updates or organizational announcements, as needed and in coordination with relevant teams. Ensure consistency with AGU brand voice, editorial standards, and style guidelines; provide editorial oversight and coaching to staff and contributors as appropriate. Collaborate extensively with staff across departments to understand programmatic goals and translate them into effective communications strategies and products. Support communications needs for AGU meetings and major events, including leadership messaging and media coordination, working with internal and external partners. Use analytics, feedback, and professional judgment to assess communications effectiveness and recommend refinements to strategy or approach. Manage multiple concurrent projects under tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of accuracy, clarity, and discretion. Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification. WHAT YOU WILL BRING 6–8 years of progressive experience in communications, strategic communications, media relations, or a related field, with a bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience supporting organizational or executive-level communications, media relations, or institution-wide initiatives. Experience in a membership association, nonprofit, and/or scientific, technical, or policy-oriented organization strongly preferred. Exceptional written and verbal communications skills, with demonstrated strength in strategic writing, speechwriting, and executive communications. Professional editing and proofreading skills required; knowledge of AP style preferred. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders, staff at all levels, scientists, researchers, external partners, and media professionals. Editorial judgment and the ability to advise leaders on communications risks, opportunities, and tradeoffs. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with minimal supervision. Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor staff, or readiness to take on people management responsibilities. Discretion and sound judgment in handling sensitive or confidential internal and external matters. Organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage complexity across multiple initiatives. Proficiency with standard business and communications tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, content management systems, and analytics tools). Familiarity with digital communications platforms is expected, though this role is not primarily execution-focused. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a matrixed organization. Ability to travel occasionally. AGU ESSENTIAL VALUES Accountability: Own it. Excellence: Give your all. Member & Customer Service: Members & Customers first. Teamwork: Together everyone achieves more. Respect-Earn it and give it. Integrity- Do the right thing. HIRING SPECIFICS We understand that it is unrealistic for candidates to fulfill 100% of the criteria listed in a job posting. However, we encourage you to apply if you meet many of the requirements because we know that skills evolve. If you are willing to learn and evolve alongside us, join our team Full Time, Exempt position. This remote role is open to candidates based in most U.S. states (excluding WA, OR, and CA at this time). The pay range for this position starts at $75,096, Mid-$100,128 and Max-$125,160. We prefer to hire at the mid of our range, however several factors determine the final pay. AGU will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Work Authorization: We will not sponsor applicants for work visas in the US. We care deeply about fairness so you can be ensured that your application will never be judged based on religious belief, age, color, race, creed, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, political affiliation, ethnic origin, or disability. Veterans and people with disability are encouraged to apply.