Junior Communications Associate

UC Law SF · Remote, United States

Communications Manager

Center for WorkLife Law
Class Code 1717 / Exempt / Full-Time / Benefited / 1-Year Contract / Fully Remote
WorkLife Law is a national advocacy and research organization that advances gender and racial equity by strengthening legal rights for pregnant people and family caregivers. As a center of the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco, WorkLife Law provides direct assistance to workers and students in need and addresses structural inequality by changing public policy at the state and national levels.
promoting legal rights for pregnant and lactating workers; operating the nation’s only legal resource center for pregnant and parenting students; The Communications Manager will play a central role in the development and execution of WorkLife Law’s communications strategy, advancing our mission, amplifying our impact, and improving awareness of WorkLife Law and our services. This position will lead content development for our social media, email newsletter, website, press engagement, annual report, and public education materials and will take a hands-on role crafting compelling narratives and designs, incorporating stories to highlight our programs and impact.
The Communications Manager will also work closely with WorkLife Law Co-Directors to develop and implement communications initiatives that support organizational, advocacy, and fundraising priorities, including drafting and editing content for donor communications and grant applications. This team member will regularly work in partnership with WorkLife Law’s Co-Directors to evaluate existing strategies, develop new approaches, identify opportunities to expand our reach, and strengthen the effectiveness of WorkLife Law’s communications.
Communications Strategy

Deeply understand WorkLife Law’s mission, programs, and goals to develop effective communications strategies and messaging for varied audiences
Collaborate with Co-Directors to develop and execute WorkLife Law’s communications strategy and related initiatives and perform the day-to-day tasks to implement it
Track our performance across platforms, report results, and use data and audience insights to refine communications strategies and expand our reach
Identify opportunities to test new communications approaches, channels, and formats and recommend improvements based on results
Website

Draft and adapt content (copy, imagery, videos) for WorkLife Law’s websites (WorkLifeLaw.org; Manage website updates in WordPress, ensuring accuracy and usability
Analyze and report on website performance and web traffic to inform ongoing strategy
Manage our presence across LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Bluesky (and other platforms, as appropriate)
Create and manage a comprehensive content calendar in tune with political and cultural happenings
Produce high-quality content (copy, graphics, short-form videos)
Grow WorkLife Law’s audience through effective communications strategies and initiatives
Manage WorkLife Law’s monthly email newsletter program: setting the messaging calendar, drafting copy, and creating engaging designs
Set up email messages in MailChimp and manage quality assurance process
Implement effective list growth strategies and ensure data hygiene
Analyze and report on email performance to inform ongoing strategy
Graphic Design and Basic Video Editing

Create engaging visual assets for our websites, reports, and social media channels
Provide strategic input on messaging and communications priorities for press outreach.
Edit and co-author blogs, press releases, and other related items
Gather metrics from WorkLife Law programmatic staff and manage database of reportable achievements to be used in grant applications and reports
Support the preparation of grant reports and other funder communications by drafting high-impact messages tailored to funder audiences
Produce content that keeps donors apprised of WorkLife Law activities
Work with Co-Directors and program staff to develop communications that support fundraising and organizational priorities
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least four years of communications experience; professional experience with non-profit social justice organizations strongly preferred
Familiarity, which may include lived expertise, with the challenges facing family caregivers, pregnant people, people of color and/or women in the workplace and education
Commitment to gender, racial, and class equity, disability and reproductive justice
Exceptional writing and editing skills with an understanding of what works best in different channels (e.g. social, email, website, press releases, reports)
The ability to quickly understand the complex legal and social concepts of WorkLife Law’s work and to thoughtfully translate them for lay audiences in accessible, persuasive, and inspiring ways
Demonstrated ability to prioritize time to meet deadlines for multiple projects, including the nimbleness to shift between long-term and time-sensitive tasks
An eye for design and ability to create compelling visuals
Ability to effectively use WordPress or similar web design program; Canva, Adobe Creative, or other design tools to generate social media and basic publication design; social media platforms; Microsoft Office Suite; and ability to pick up other software and applications quickly
Comfort analyzing performance data and metrics to shape communications strategy
Strong desire to work in a group that prioritizes open communication, work-life balance, personal health, and positive relationships
Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation-related, healthcare, and dependent care expenses
Employee Assistance Program
For Your Financial Future

Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Legal Insurance
University of California Retirement Plan (a defined benefit plan)
Deferred Compensation Plans/Pre-tax Retirement Savings Programs
Fifteen paid holidays per year
Three weeks vacation, three personal days, and 12 paid sick days per year
Flexible work hours
Interested candidates should submit the following materials with their application:

Three creative content samples (at least one should be writing-heavy like a blog post or email blast, at least one should be visual like a social media post or graphic)
All applications are reviewed by members of WorkLife Law’s team. Application review will begin the week of November 2, 2026. This hiring process will include two video interviews and a skills assessment. In each interview, you will be asked to provide examples of these skills and experiences or how you would draw on your experiences to handle a scenario commonly found at WorkLife Law.
WorkLife Law is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from members of underrepresented communities and are eager to provide disability accommodations, when needed.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Applicants who meet the position requirements will be competitively evaluated to identify the individuals whose breadth and depth of experience and education most closely relate to the stated requirements and the needs of the College. UC Law San Francisco College of the Law is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching. Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.