Job Title: Communications Specialist Reports to: Development and Communications Director Direct Reports: None Classification: Full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible About Belwin Conservancy: Belwin Conservancy inspires connection and engagement with the natural world. At Belwin, we spark passion for wild places. Through immersive programs and environmental education, we inspire and engage people in the care of natural areas. Through land protection and habitat restoration, we revive threatened ecosystems so wildlife can thrive. Located in Afton, MN, on the ancestral home of the Wahpekute Dakota people, Belwin s 1,500 acres of permanently protected land includes woodland, prairie, oak savanna, ponds, streams, and wetlands. Position Summary: Belwin Conservancy is looking for a dynamic person to coordinate, develop, and execute communication and design initiatives at Belwin Conservancy. The Communications Specialist is a vital position that supports Belwin s outreach and marketing efforts as we expand programming, partnerships, and public access to our restored ecosystems. This position will work closely with the Development and Communications Director to promote Belwin s mission, work, and programs with clarity and consistency, and generate communications that educate and inspire curiosity about the natural world. This position is based on site with ability to work from home in a hybrid model. Primary Responsibilities: Print & Digital Materials Create engaging visuals that support our editorial work and promote Belwin s programs, events, and partnerships. This includes the graphic design and layout of digital assets for social media, website, and email use as well as print materials like event invitations, posters, maps, and signage. Manage implementation of yearly editorial/publicity calendar Serve as the point person for basic website updates and edits Manage Belwin s social media accounts Gather content, create, and send regular email blasts in Mailchimp Act as primary liaison to print vendors Brand & Messaging Collaborate with Belwin leadership to develop compelling visuals, a consistent voice, and thematic messaging that spotlights Belwin s mission and values Share and manage use of Belwin Conservancy style guide & branding materials Design and implement marketing strategies for Belwin s growing programs Newsletter Project Lead Manage the twice-yearly publication of Belwin s newsletter, The Meadowlark Pitch story ideas, gather images, and write and edit copy Package materials and coordinate feedback for freelance graphic designer General Outreach Create and disseminate press releases to media Manage volunteers on select communications tasks Attend and support Belwin s major events Participate in organizational work around diversity, equity, and inclusion We offer: Starting salary $48,000 to $52,000 Paid time off and floating holidays Professional development opportunities Benefits package that includes employer-subsidized health insurance, option to purchase dental and vision plans, paid family leave, employer-paid short-term disability insurance, and 3% 401k match. Flexible working hours (majority of hours must fall within 7am-5pm Mon-Fri; occasional weekends and evenings required for event support) This position is based on site with ability to work from home in a hybrid model To apply: Please send your cover letter, resume, a sample of your design work, and three references to Angie Eckel, angie.eckel@belwin.org. Applications received by June 6th will be given first consideration. Position will be open until filled. Belwin Conservancy celebrates diversity and partners with those who share these values. Belwin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or ny other characteristic protected by law.