SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the execution of marketing and communication projects to promote the Atla brand, vision, and news to internal and external audiences. In collaboration with others, the individual in this role implements marketing plans and campaigns across all areas of the organization and is primarily responsible for the creation of marketing and communication products including print and electronic publications, properties, presence, and materials.?The ideal candidate will have exceptional writing skills and proven marketing and communications experience for a variety of audiences. The individual in this role must be an effective communicator, quick learner, and able to handle many diverse projects simultaneously. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Following the Atla Style Guide and Chicago Manual of Style: 
  • creates and edits content for Atla properties and publications, including the newsletter, bog, websites, and social media properties. 
  • proofs copy for Atla digital content and print collateral. 
  • writes and executes email campaigns and press releases according to marketing schedule. 
  • Maintain content and design style standards and guidelines for the association including quality, tone, and style. 

• Maintains the Atla Style Guide to include creation and maintenance of house style guides for internal use by Atla staff. 

• Implement association public relations activities including the writing, editing, and disseminating of news releases for all areas of Atla, ensuring content reflects the association in tone and style.  

• Author and coordinate the writing, compiling, editing, and proofing of electronic and print content and materials including blog posts, social media posts, and the creation and delivery of a monthly member newsletter. 

• Execution of marketing projects to promote and create brand awareness, distribute news and updates, and engage with various audiences such as members, publishers, and product users. 

• Collaborates closely with other members of the Marketing and Communications team to facilitate communication and execution of professional development opportunities for members, including webinars, workshops, and presentations online and/or in-person; collaborative projects; and other membership-related campaigns. 

• Collaborate with other Atla teams to maintain the Atla website, other web properties, and associated content to include making updates to Atla web properties as needed. 

• Implement the association content strategy for social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.), online, and in print publications including developing of a pipeline of content, soliciting contributions both internally and externally, monitoring other information sources and identifying appropriate content of interest to the audience to highlight or share. 

• Make recommendations for content and campaigns, coordinate contact lists, implement third-party email campaigns. 

• Regularly collect and make available statistics about the work product of the Marketing and Communications team to support data driven decisions and support for organization-wide projects. 

• Regularly collaborate with the Membership and Engagement team, other internal staff, and consultants to enhance and improve member and prospect interactions both in-person and online such as through websites, online portal, online community site, and communication vehicles (email, newsletter, social media). 

• Collaborate with Atla’s Membership Engagement and Education team to ensure continuity of communications across Membership and Engagement teams and delivery of the highest level of member service.  

• Primary ownership of administrative tasks in shared Marketing and Communications team operations, including online order processing, partner and member email, webinar, and event support via email, phone, association management system and other third-party tools. 

• Create and regularly update standard operating procedures for Marketing and Communications team. 

• Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications Specialist to create and maintain calendar(s) for all activities across the association that is/are rich in content of interest to Atla’s audiences. 

• Performs other related duties as assigned by management. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 Required Experience 

• Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education. 
• Other skills required: 

• • Excellent oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills. 
  • Ability to prioritize and execute accurate and complete work products with limited supervision. 
  • Proven experience in writing communications. 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences. 
  • Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms, including social media, email marketing, and analytics. 
  • Creative thinker with the ability to generate innovative ideas and solutions. 
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with particular attention to timelines. 
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize both independently and in a collaborative team environment. 
  • Evidence of the potential to succeed in a rapidly changing environment. 
  • Communications or marketing support experience in a business, association, or nonprofit environment. 
• Computer skills required: 
  • Microsoft Office software suite or equivalent 
  • Association Management (AMS) or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system (SalesForce preferred) 
  • Content Management System (CMS) (WordPress preferred) 
  • Email marketing software (MailChimp preferred) 
  • Online meeting systems  
  • File sharing software (Microsoft and Google Drive preferred) 
  • Social media applications and management tools for business use (Hootsuite, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn)  
  • Working knowledge of HTML and design and email software 

Desirable Experience 

• Experience working in a library, cultural heritage organization, membership association, library consortium, or affiliated educational, nonprofit, or professional organization. 
• Exposure to religious or theological higher education environment such as a theological or religious studies library, or coursework in religious studies or theology. 

COMPETENCIES 

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. 
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. 

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. 

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. 

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. 

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. 

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. 

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. 

• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. 

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. 

• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. 

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. 

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. 

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. 

• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Occasionally required to sit, walk, or stand 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Full time remote, work from home position – 37.5 hour work week 

• US time zones and locations only (candidates must reside within the 48 contiguous states of the US)

• Typical working hours are 9am-5pm Central Monday through Friday 

POSITION TRAVEL REQUIREMENT:

• This position will require occasional travel (<10%)

COMPANY BENEFITS:

Atla is an association where you can balance great work with a great life. Atla strives to give employees:

• Competitive pay
• Health, Vision, and Dental, coverage
• Company-paid Long-Term, Short-Term, and Life Insurance
• Ability to craft your calendar with flexible schedules
• Generous number of Vacation Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Paid Time Off
• Personal Paid Time Off
• Sick Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Paid Time Off
• Monthly Stipend for Office Supplies
• Company provided laptop and other needed office equipment

EEO Statement

Atla is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, age, disability, veteran, or military status, pregnancy, order of protection status, genetic information or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Atla is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact our Human Resource Department at hrdelpt@atla.com.

About Atla

Established in 1946 as the American Theological Library Association, Atla is a membership association of librarians and information professionals, and a producer of research tools, committed to advancing the study of religion and theology. Our membership includes more than 800 individuals and libraries at academic institutions from diverse religious traditions and backgrounds. As a community of collectors and connectors, Atla works to promote worldwide scholarly communication in religion and theology by advancing the work of libraries and related information providers. Atla is an equal opportunity employer located in downtown Chicago.

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