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<p class="MsoNormal">Good Afternoon,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The ACLU of Montana is currently <a href="https://www.aclumontana.org/en/jobs/communications-associate">
<span style="color:blue">accepting applications</span></a> for a Communications Associate! Please forward this email to individuals you think would be a great fit, encouraging them to apply by October 1<sup>st</sup>.<span style="color:#1F497D">
</span>Please also circulate the attached job description to your networks as we embark on a new search!<span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">JOB POSTING AND POSITION OVERVIEW<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Montana seeks a dynamic team player to fill the position of Communications Associate. This position will help amplify our work on a broad civil liberties agenda
to the ACLU’s membership, the public, and key policy makers with special emphasis placed on lifting up the voices of individuals, families, and communities impacted through our work. As part of its advocacy work, the ACLU of Montana uses a number of communications
strategies, including digital, print, media relations, education campaigns, public education, community outreach and more.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The Communications Associate will report to the Communications Director and work in close collaboration with the entire team, including the Executive Director and the Advocacy and Policy, Legal, and Development
departments. Funding for this position is guaranteed for two years, with future years contingent on financial feasibility. The Communications Associate will be based in our Missoula office.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">BACKGROUND<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The ACLU of Montana (founded in 1972) is an affiliate of the national ACLU (founded in 1920) and operates as a private, non-profit organization. We are the state’s largest and most influential civil rights
organization, combining litigation, policy advocacy, communications, and organizing tactics to promote a broad range of individual rights and liberties. Our top priorities are Indigenous justice, criminal justice reform, and immigrants’ rights. We work on
additional issues including reproductive justice, LGBTQ equality, voting rights, freedom of speech and religion, and technology and privacy.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The ACLU of Montana has a current staff of 14 and a main office located in downtown Missoula. To learn more about the work of the ACLU of Montana, please visit
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><a href="http://aclumontana.org"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:blue">http://aclumontana.org</span></a></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The ACLU of Montana is an equity-based employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU of Montana encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, previous incarceration or involvement in the criminal justice system, or veteran status.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Expect a friendly work environment, with flexibility and consideration of personal needs and circumstances.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">RESPONSIBILITIES<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">Writing and Editing</span></u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">: Draft and edit press releases, blog posts, op-eds, social media content, web content, emails
to members, profiles of ACLU of Montana supporters and allies, reports, newsletters, and other materials.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">Message Development and Public Education</span></u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">: Implement communications and public education plans, including tabling
opportunities at community events. Draft talking points, one-pagers, and other resources.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">Media Relations</span></u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">: Help field press calls, pitch stories to journalists, maintain a press database, track priority
issues and ACLU of Montana’s presence in the media, foster relationships with reporters, and monitor media for opportunities to discuss ACLU of Montana’s work.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">Rapid Response</span></u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">: Help manage rapid response to breaking news and prepare in advance to be as ready as possible for
future events.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">Coordination</span></u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">: Coordinate internally with ACLU of Montana staff and externally with allies to learn about and disseminate
news, help with communications components of issue campaigns, work with designers and other vendors to produce ACLU of Montana materials, manage distribution of materials for ACLU of Montana staff and Board, and help plan and execute logistics of community
and press events. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">Story-finding</span></u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">: Proactively work with colleagues and allies to find stories related to our work, capture relevant
stories in various forms, and connect people with reporters.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#00B050;mso-fareast-language:JA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Exceptional writing skills and ability to communicate clearly and accessibly about complex issues in different contexts for a variety of audiences;<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Strong editing skills, including copy editing, editing for tone, and big-picture edits;<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Experience creating and maintaining website and social media content;</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">Ability to work independently and keep organized in a fast-paced environment, manage several projects simultaneously, and adjust strategy to frequently
changing demands;<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;punctuation-wrap:simple;text-autospace:none;vertical-align:baseline">
<span style="font-size:12.0pt">A profound commitment to social justice and the preservation and advancement of civil rights;
<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;punctuation-wrap:simple;text-autospace:none;vertical-align:baseline">
<span style="font-size:12.0pt">A profound commitment to equity and inclusion, and respect for differences of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstance; and<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;punctuation-wrap:simple;text-autospace:none;vertical-align:baseline">
<span style="font-size:12.0pt;background:white">An enthusiasm to engage in projects creatively and a willingness to pitch new ideas, designs, or strategies with other ACLU of Montana staff.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#00B050;mso-fareast-language:JA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#00B050;mso-fareast-language:JA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#00B050;mso-fareast-language:JA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">BONUS SKILLS<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Experience working in a social justice or civil rights organization;<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA">Understanding of a broad range of civil liberties issues and strategies;<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:12.0pt">Experience with the legislative process, political strategic planning, ballot measure campaigns, field organizing, and/or impact litigation as a public policy tool;
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:12.0pt">Familiarity with event planning; </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:12.0pt">Familiarity with working with vendors; </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-language:JA"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Experience with HTML code, Drupal, Adobe InDesign, or video editing software and familiarity crafting short videos for web/social media consumption; and<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Experience living or working in/with Indigenous communities.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Salary range $32,000 - $41,000, depending on experience. Excellent benefits offered, including health and dental insurance, short and long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and generous
vacation, holiday, family and medical leave policies<span style="color:black">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">APPLICATION PROCEDURE<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="page-break-after:avoid"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">All applications are treated confidentially. Please submit:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">1)<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt">A letter of interest of no more than one page;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;page-break-after:avoid;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2">
<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">2)<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Resume;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;page-break-after:avoid;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2">
<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">3)<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Two relevant professional writing samples of no more than 10 pages in total, preferably including one example of storytelling; and<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;page-break-after:avoid;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2">
<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">4)<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Up to three additional communications or media samples, such as short videos, graphic design, or social media posts (optional).
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="page-break-after:avoid"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="page-break-after:avoid"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Email your application to Michelle Cares, Office Manager, at
</span><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><a href="mailto:michellec@aclumontana.org"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:blue">michellec@aclumontana.org</span></a></span></u><span style="font-size:12.0pt">
or mail it to:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">ACLU of Montana, Attn: Michelle Cares<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">P.O. Box 9138, Missoula, MT 59807<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Please put “Communications Associate” in the subject line of your email or on your envelope.
<u>Also, please indicate in your letter of interest where you saw this job posting</u>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">DEADLINE<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Application review will start October 1, 2018. Applications after that date are encouraged and will be accepted until the position is filled.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">To learn more about the work of the ACLU-MT, please visit <a href="https://www.aclumontana.org/"><span style="color:blue">www.aclumontana.org.</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Candara","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">Danielle Vazquez (on behalf of Michelle Cares – out on parental leave through November 1, 2018) | Office Manager</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Candara","sans-serif";color:gray"><br>
American Civil Liberties Union of Montana</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Candara","sans-serif";color:#1F497D"> <br>
</span></b><span style="font-family:"Candara","sans-serif";color:gray">PO Box 1317, Helena, MT 59624 </span><b><span style="font-family:"Candara","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">|</span></b><span style="font-family:"Candara","sans-serif";color:gray"> PO Box 9138,
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