Regional Communications Coordinator

Ducks Unlimited; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ducks Unlimited is seeking a Regional Communications Coordinator to support the Great Plains Region (ND, SD, MT, CO, NE, KS, WY) by delivering high‑quality communications for multiple stakeholders, including biologists, engineers and development directors.

You will develop press releases, magazine articles, project sheets and story maps, travel to field sites for storytelling, track priorities and provide weekly leadership updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a communications role.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills (must present examples).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines across a large geographic region.
• Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with design tools (Adobe Creative Suite) preferred.
• Photography experience (must present examples).
• Section 107 drone licenses (or willingness to attain one) preferred.
• Willingness to travel within the region.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver press releases, DU Magazine articles, project information sheets, story maps, PowerPoint presentations, speeches, newsletters and other materials for teams across 7 states.
• Track and prioritize tasks with a detailed, ranked project list to demonstrate workload and impact.
• Travel to project sites regularly to capture storytelling across the Prairie Pothole region.
• Provide regular updates to the GPR leadership team and distribute weekly communications reports to all staff.
• Anticipate challenges and keep the supervisor informed about complex projects or difficult stakeholders.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Storytelling

Project management

Diplomacy

Travel readiness

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

Minimum of 5 years’ experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

Photography editing tools

Job description

Overview

The Regional Communications Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting Ducks Unlimited’s mission by delivering high-quality communications across DU’s Great Plains Region (GPR), including the states of North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Colorado, Nebraska, Kansas and Wyoming. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, diplomacy, and adaptability to meet the needs of multiple stakeholders—including biologists, engineers, agronomists, development directors, and other team members—while balancing competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a communications resource for multiple divisions: Develop and deliver press releases, DU magazine articles, project information sheets, story maps, PowerPoint presentations, speeches, quarterly newsletters and other materials for dozens of team members across 7 states. Manage expectations honestly and diplomatically.
• Track and prioritize tasks: Maintain a detailed, ranked list of projects in progress and completed to demonstrate workload and ensure transparency. Documenting this information is essential for proving impact and managing requests effectively.
• Engage with field projects: Travel to project sites regularly to capture impactful storytelling across the Prairie Pothole region. On-site visits deepen understanding of conservation work and strengthen relationships with biologists eager to share their efforts.
• Provide regular updates to leadership: Communicate with the GPR leadership team and distribute a weekly communications report to all GPR staff. These updates serve as proof of work and keep leadership informed of progress.
• Anticipate challenges and manage expectations: Identify potential issues early and keep your direct supervisor informed about complex projects or difficult stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills (must present examples)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines across a large geographic region
• Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) preferred
• Photography experience (must present examples)
• Section 107 drone licenses (or willingness to attain one) preferred
• Willingness to travel within the region

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working independently while serving diverse stakeholders
• Proactive problem-solver who anticipates needs and communicates clearly
• Passionate about conservation and Ducks Unlimited’s mission

Benefits and Application

Pay will be based on experience and education. DU offers an exceptional benefit package, including comprehensive group medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, including spouse and dependent coverage; three weeks paid vacation, paid sick leave, and ten paid holidays; 401(k) plan (including partial employer match); and tuition reimbursement.

DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, military status, disability, age, or genetic information, except where age or gender is a bona fide occupational qualification as allowed by the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 or over), disability (physical, mental or visual), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), military and veteran status, immigration status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.