Individual Placement - Internal Communications and Engagement Participant

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San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Living allowance 640/week

Employee discounts

Uniform with Parks Conservancy & NPS

Networking with park staff

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Golden Gate National Park Conservancy in San Francisco is seeking an Employee Communications and Engagement specialist to support staff communications and events. You will help create and distribute internal newsletters, gather content from various teams, and organize staff activities such as Park Days and cultural celebrations.

The role requires strong written communication, proficiency with Microsoft Office and intranet tools, and the ability to analyze engagement metrics.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
6 months to 1 year of related work or volunteer experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and intranet/communication platforms.

Responsibilities

Assist with creating communications materials that support staff engagement and event messaging.
Draft and edit weekly internal newsletters and analyze engagement metrics.
Support Internal Communications and DEI teams with communications and events.
Assist with development of presentations, messaging, and visual storytelling.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Viva Engage

Microsoft Teams

Newsletter creation

Content formatting

Event support

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Position Summary

Organization Description

Since 1981, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy (Parks Conservancy) has served as the nonprofit partner of the National Park Service, collaborating with the Presidio Trust, partners, donors, and the community to support the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA). The GGNRA stretches across three Bay Area counties north and south of the Golden Gate Bridge and includes iconic places such as Muir Woods National Monument, Fort Point National Historic Site, Alcatraz Island, Crissy Field, Mori Point, Lands End, and the Presidio of San Francisco. The Parks Conservancy engages at the intersection of national park sites, local communities, social justice, and climate resilience. Collaborating with partners, our staff are dedicated to enhancing public awareness and providing volunteer and educational opportunities in the parks. We are park builders, caretakers, ambassadors and educators, all working to connect people to parks in support of our vision Parks for All Forever. Join us.

Branch/Unit Description

Internal Communications and Employee Engagement is part of the People and Culture branch within the Parks Conservancy. People and Culture also include Diversity Equity & Inclusion, Learning & Development, and Human Resources. As a group, we support approximately 300 employees across different work sites throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Internal Communications and Employee Engagement lead the Parks Conservancy’s internal communications strategy aligning employees with strategic goals, enhancing our values-based culture, supporting change management, and inspiring a sense of connection and belonging to the organization in line with the organization’s mission and vision.

Position Overview

The Employee Communications and Engagement role will play a vital role in supporting staff communications and events. Responsibilities include assisting with the creation and distribution of electronic internal newsletters, gathering and creating content from different branches, and helping to organize staff events and activities (i.e. Park Days, cultural celebrations). This position will also help analyze communication channels, monitor employee feedback, and contribute ideas to improve engagement and information sharing across the organization.

Hosting Organization

Golden Gate National Park Conservancy

Location

San Francisco, CA

This position is primarily in an urban setting where emergency services, public transportation, and cell phone reception areavailable within 30 minutes. Interactions with members of the public are regular and frequent.
This position may conduct work in an urban setting where emergency services, public transportation, and cell phone reception are readily accessible. Interactions with members of the public are regular and frequent.

Schedule

November 3, 2026 - April 17, 2027

Work is performed mostly in person. The work schedule for this position is Tuesday - Friday (Fridays will be divided between time with member community and teleworking).

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with creating communications materials that support staff engagement, including event messaging, employee updates, and content for internal channels.
Assist with drafting and editing weekly internal newsletter ensuring timely and engaging updates for employees and analyzing engagement metrics to assess communication effectiveness and inform content improvements.
Support Internal Communication and DEI teams with communications and events.
Support the development of presentations, including drafting content, organizing key messages, and assisting with creative formatting and visual storytelling.

Marginal Duties

Assist with special projects and departmental initiatives as assigned.
Participate in team meetings and contribute to ongoing communications and employee engagement efforts.
Support the coordination and implementation of internal communications initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

High School Degree or Equivalent
Minimum of 6 months – 1 year of work or volunteer experience in a related field
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and office management software; familiarity with internal communication platforms (e.g., SharePoint intranet, Viva Engage, Microsoft Teams, Workshop newsletter).
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely. Approach communications with an active and empathetic approach of listening, responding, understanding.
Organization & Time Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Attention to Detail: Precision in completing administrative tasks and communications. Ability to create, manage and produce high quality and effective communication products.
Resourceful and Adaptable: Ability to manage various responsibilities and switch between administrative and communication duties fluidly. Ability to operate in ambiguity and rapid change and to identify creative solutions to obstacles.
Discretion: Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Relationship Building: Ability to build effective working relationships with people, inclusive of different backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, and viewpoints. Aware of their group identities and how they shape life and experiences at work. Understand how racism and other forms of oppression in society impact relationships, systems and culture. Aligned with the Parks Conservancy mission and values.

Participants must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent or agree to obtain one or be enrolled in an institution of higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience creating content for newsletters, intranet sites, social media, or other communication channels.
Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or other content creation tools.
Experience supporting events, employee engagement activities, or DEI initiatives through work, volunteer, or academic experience.

Hours

32 per week

Living Accommodations

Commuting

Compensation