Digital Communications Manager

L-A-D Foundation, Inc.; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer contribution

Health and dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation, holidays, and sickleave

Professional development

Job summary

LAD Foundation, Inc. seeks a Digital Communications Manager to lead storytelling, audience engagement, website content, publications, and digital communications for the Foundation and Pioneer Forest.

The role involves developing strategies, managing websites and social channels, producing newsletters and reports, and coordinating multimedia content across Missouri properties. Travel and some evening/weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, English, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Three to five years of professional communications experience.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Experience managing digital content, websites, and social media platforms.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and communications software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communications strategies that advance organizational goals.
• Manage websites, digital content, and social media channels.
• Create stories highlighting conservation, forestry, recreation, education, philanthropy, and research.
• Produce newsletters, annual reports, publications, and organizational communications.
• Capture and coordinate photography and video content.
• Track communications performance and audience engagement metrics.
• Manage digital assets and maintain brand consistency across platforms.
• Collaborate with staff, board members, researchers, partners, grant recipients, and community stakeholders.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Editing

Communications strategy

Content management

Social media management

Project management

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, English, or related field

Tools

CMS platforms

Email marketing

SEO

Analytics

Digital asset management

Job description

Help Tell the Story of Conservation in the Missouri Ozarks

The LAD Foundation seeks a creative, strategic, and mission-driven Digital Communications Manager to lead storytelling, audience engagement, website content, publications, and digital communications for both the Foundation and Pioneer Forest.

This is a unique opportunity to help share the story of one of the most recognized examples of private conservation stewardship. Through compelling content, digital outreach, publications, and strategic communications, you will help connect people to the forests, natural areas, research, recreation opportunities, and conservation initiatives that define our work.

About Us

Founded in 1962 by conservationist Leo A. Drey, the LAD Foundation is dedicated to the stewardship of natural and cultural resources, advancing scientific research, education, recreation, and conservation throughout Missouri and beyond. Today, the Foundation manages nearly 150,000 acres, including Pioneer Forest, a nationally recognized demonstration forest known for its commitment to sustainable forestry and conservation leadership.

Location

This position may be based in St. Louis, Salem, or Mid-Missouri and includes regular travel to Foundation properties, meetings, events, and partner locations throughout Missouri. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $62,263-$74,716, depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits Include:

• Employer-sponsored 401(k) with 5% employer contribution


• Health and dental insurance


• Life insurance


• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave


• Professional development and training opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement communications strategies that advance organizational goals.


• Manage websites, digital content, and social media channels.


• Create compelling stories highlighting conservation, forestry, recreation, education, philanthropy, and research.


• Produce newsletters, annual reports, publications, and organizational communications.


• Capture and coordinate photography and video content.


• Track communications performance and audience engagement metrics.


• Manage digital assets and maintain brand consistency across platforms.


• Collaborate with staff, board members, researchers, partners, grant recipients, and community stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, English, or a related field (or equivalent experience).


• Three to five years of professional communications experience.


• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.


• Experience managing digital content, websites, and social media platforms.


• Strong organizational and project management abilities.


• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and communications software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in conservation, forestry, nonprofit, recreation, education, or environmental organizations.


• Photography and videography experience.


• Experience with CMS platforms, email marketing, SEO, analytics, and digital asset management.


• Graphic design and visual storytelling experience.

Why Join Us?

You will help tell stories that connect people to forests, conservation, education, recreation, and stewardship. Your work will directly support public understanding of sustainable forestry and conservation while helping advance the missions of the LAD Foundation and Pioneer Forest.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The LAD Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants.