Communications Specialist Starting Salary Range: $75,518 - $90,621GGRC is looking to hire a Communications Specialist for our San Francisco Office, also open to our offices in San Mateo, and San Rafael, CA. The Communications Specialist for GGRC serves as a go-to resource for quality, accessibility, and inclusive communications across all of GGRC’s internal and external channels. This role supports the implementation of communications strategies, manages workflows, and helps build and maintain the internal systems and practices that enable effective communication across the organization. Working in partnership with GGRC leadership and program teams, the Communications Specialist focuses on project management, coordination, and execution of communications across departments. The role ensures that communications are clear, consistent, timely, and aligned, while keeping complex, multi-stakeholder projects on track. At the center of this role is a commitment to accessible, inclusive, person-centered and disability-forward communication. The Communications Specialist helps ensure that all communications reflect dignity, clarity, and respect, and that accessibility is embedded as a standard across all of GGRC internal and external channels.This position will require local travel within the Counties of San Francisco, San Mateo and Marin. Periodic travel to Sacramento and throughout the state. Access to reliable transportation permitting travel to and between many different locations throughout the day to perform the outlined responsibilities of the position. ResponsibilitiesCommunications Coordination & ImplementationImplement communications strategies and tactics aligned with GGRC’s mission and prioritiesMaintain communication planning tools, calendars, and coordination systemsCoordinate editorial calendars, cross-team content workflows, and messaging across teams to ensure consistency and alignment Track deliverables, timelines, and dependencies across multiple projectsEnsure that requests that come through the website contact and elsewhere are routed to the appropriate departmentChannel Management & QualityServe as a quality control lead across all communications, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with established standardsEnsure all communications meet accessibility and inclusion standards (plain language, ADA compliance, multilingual access where appropriate)Manage and maintain communications channels, including website, social media, newsletters, and publications. Make sure information is accurate and current, especially on the websiteUse analytics, feedback, and community input to spot gaps or inconsistencies and drive continuous improvementIdentify when to leverage external consultants or additional resourcesCommunications Culture & Capacity BuildingImplement an/or Support department teams in developing and delivering clear, consistent communications; maintain feedback loops that surface staff insights; and ensure materials are accurate, timely, and aligned with organizational prioritiesServe as a resource and partner to staff, helping them communicate clearly and effectivelyDevelop and maintain templates, tools, and guidance for consistent communicationsSupport trainings and coaching to strengthen staff and board communication skills at all levels of the organizationReinforce best practices in accessible, inclusive, and respectful communicationHelp build a culture of clarity, responsiveness, and accountability in communicationsSupport storytelling efforts by helping staff identify and capture compelling stories that reflect GGRC’s impactIdentify growth areas and bring in third party experts as needed to strengthen the team’s communications skillsExternal Communications Coordinate communications to priority audiences, including individuals with developmental disabilities, families, providers, policymakers, and community partnersSupport development and distribution of external communications (e.g., announcements, updates, press releases)Ensure materials reflect dignity, clarity, and lived experience of the communities GGRC servesCoordinate media inquiries, public statements, and outreach logistics as neededCoordinate communications for events, including timelines, materials, and outreach, ensuring clear, consistent, and accessible information for all audiencesIssues Response & Leadership SupportSupport coordination of communications for time-sensitive or high-visibility issuesDraft and refine messaging, talking points, and materials for leadership as neededHelp track external developments (policy, media, community context) and flag implicationsCoordinate internal workflows to ensure timely and consistent responsesSupport preparation of leadership and board-facing materialsSupport special event planning and implementation as neededWhat Success Looks likeCommunications projects are well-coordinated, on time, and aligned across teamsSignificant communications have been approved by appropriate leadership staffStaff have clear tools and guidance to communicate effectivelyCommunications are consistently high-quality, accessible, and inclusiveContent workflows run smoothly, reducing last-minute requests and confusionLeadership and staff are supported with clear, timely communications materialsThe organization communicates with clarity and credibility across channelsRequirementsEducation/Experience Master’s degree preferred. Require BA (Communication, marketing, Business, literature, or related 5–8+ years of experience in communications, public affairs, or a related fieldExperience managing social media for similar organizationsExperience coordinating communications across teams or departmentsDemonstrated experience supporting disability inclusion, accessibility, and respectful representation Preferred:Experience in disability services, healthcare, statewide government or regulatory agenciesFamiliarity with legislative and public policy processesExperience working in multi-stakeholder or highly regulated environmentsExperience with content management systems and video/visual storytelling tools Multilingual skills (e.g., Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog)BenefitsWhat are the benefits to working with GGRC?We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical and Dental benefits with a generous employer contribution and additional employer paid Life, Disability and Vision coverage10% employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement account to help you save for the future!GENEROUS TIME OFF BENEFITS!!!No really, we mean generous:13 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays, 6 personal holidays, and up to 5 paid days for continuing educationWhat makes GGRC so special?GGRC values diversity, we believe in creating an environment where people of all backgrounds can collaborate to find solutions to complex problems. We are community minded and passionate.GGRC values each person as a full, robust, and unique individual and interacts with each person in a manner that is respectful and responsive. We endeavor to place each person at the center of his, her or their own life. We approach each person as an expert on his, her or their own life and identity with a clear and attentive inquiry into what is important to, as well as important for, that one person (whether coworker or person-served, family member or other stakeholder).How to apply:GGRC values diversity; people of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Please complete the application and submit your most recent resume. If you feel that the questions do not accurately capture what you have to offer Golden Gate Regional Center, you are also welcome to attach a cover letter. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis so we encourage you to submit yours soon. We look forward to reading your application.Golden Gate Regional Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Communications Specialist
Starting Salary Range: $75,518 - $90,621
GGRC is looking to hire a Communications Specialist for our San Francisco Office, also open to our offices in San Mateo, and San Rafael, CA. The Communications Specialist for GGRC serves as a go-to resource for quality, accessibility, and inclusive communications across all of GGRC’s internal and external channels. This role supports the implementation of communications strategies, manages workflows, and helps build and maintain the internal systems and practices that enable effective communication across the organization.
Working in partnership with GGRC leadership and program teams, the Communications Specialist focuses on project management, coordination, and execution of communications across departments. The role ensures that communications are clear, consistent, timely, and aligned, while keeping complex, multi-stakeholder projects on track.
At the center of this role is a commitment to accessible, inclusive, person-centered and disability-forward communication. The Communications Specialist helps ensure that all communications reflect dignity, clarity, and respect, and that accessibility is embedded as a standard across all of GGRC internal and external channels.
This position will require local travel within the Counties of San Francisco, San Mateo and Marin. Periodic travel to Sacramento and throughout the state. Access to reliable transportation permitting travel to and between many different locations throughout the day to perform the outlined responsibilities of the position.
Responsibilities
- Communications Coordination & Implementation
- Implement communications strategies and tactics aligned with GGRC’s mission and priorities
- Maintain communication planning tools, calendars, and coordination systems
- Coordinate editorial calendars, cross-team content workflows, and messaging across teams to ensure consistency and alignment
- Track deliverables, timelines, and dependencies across multiple projects
- Ensure that requests that come through the website contact and elsewhere are routed to the appropriate department
- Channel Management & Quality
- Serve as a quality control lead across all communications, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with established standards
- Ensure all communications meet accessibility and inclusion standards (plain language, ADA compliance, multilingual access where appropriate)
- Manage and maintain communications channels, including website, social media, newsletters, and publications. Make sure information is accurate and current, especially on the website
- Use analytics, feedback, and community input to spot gaps or inconsistencies and drive continuous improvement
- Identify when to leverage external consultants or additional resources
- Communications Culture & Capacity Building
- Implement an/or Support department teams in developing and delivering clear, consistent communications; maintain feedback loops that surface staff insights; and ensure materials are accurate, timely, and aligned with organizational priorities
- Serve as a resource and partner to staff, helping them communicate clearly and effectively
- Develop and maintain templates, tools, and guidance for consistent communications
- Support trainings and coaching to strengthen staff and board communication skills at all levels of the organization
- Reinforce best practices in accessible, inclusive, and respectful communication
- Help build a culture of clarity, responsiveness, and accountability in communications
- Support storytelling efforts by helping staff identify and capture compelling stories that reflect GGRC’s impact
- Identify growth areas and bring in third party experts as needed to strengthen the team’s communications skills
- External Communications
- Coordinate communications to priority audiences, including individuals with developmental disabilities, families, providers, policymakers, and community partners
- Support development and distribution of external communications (e.g., announcements, updates, press releases)
- Ensure materials reflect dignity, clarity, and lived experience of the communities GGRC serves
- Coordinate media inquiries, public statements, and outreach logistics as needed
- Coordinate communications for events, including timelines, materials, and outreach, ensuring clear, consistent, and accessible information for all audiences
- Issues Response & Leadership Support
- Support coordination of communications for time-sensitive or high-visibility issues
- Draft and refine messaging, talking points, and materials for leadership as needed
- Help track external developments (policy, media, community context) and flag implications
- Coordinate internal workflows to ensure timely and consistent responses
- Support preparation of leadership and board-facing materials
- Support special event planning and implementation as needed
- What Success Looks like
- Communications projects are well-coordinated, on time, and aligned across teams
- Significant communications have been approved by appropriate leadership staff
- Staff have clear tools and guidance to communicate effectively
- Communications are consistently high-quality, accessible, and inclusive
- Content workflows run smoothly, reducing last-minute requests and confusion
- Leadership and staff are supported with clear, timely communications materials
- The organization communicates with clarity and credibility across channels
Requirements
Education/Experience
- Master’s degree preferred. Require BA (Communication, marketing, Business, literature, or related
- 5–8+ years of experience in communications, public affairs, or a related field
- Experience managing social media for similar organizations
- Experience coordinating communications across teams or departments
- Demonstrated experience supporting disability inclusion, accessibility, and respectful representation
Preferred:
- Experience in disability services, healthcare, statewide government or regulatory agencies
- Familiarity with legislative and public policy processes
- Experience working in multi-stakeholder or highly regulated environments
- Experience with content management systems and video/visual storytelling tools Multilingual skills (e.g., Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog)
Benefits
What are the benefits to working with GGRC?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical and Dental benefits with a generous employer contribution and additional employer paid Life, Disability and Vision coverage
10% employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement account to help you save for the future!
GENEROUS TIME OFF BENEFITS!!!
No really, we mean generous:
13 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays, 6 personal holidays, and up to 5 paid days for continuing education
What makes GGRC so special?
GGRC values diversity, we believe in creating an environment where people of all backgrounds can collaborate to find solutions to complex problems. We are community minded and passionate.
GGRC values each person as a full, robust, and unique individual and interacts with each person in a manner that is respectful and responsive. We endeavor to place each person at the center of his, her or their own life. We approach each person as an expert on his, her or their own life and identity with a clear and attentive inquiry into what is important to, as well as important for, that one person (whether coworker or person-served, family member or other stakeholder).
How to apply:
GGRC values diversity; people of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Please complete the application and submit your most recent resume. If you feel that the questions do not accurately capture what you have to offer Golden Gate Regional Center, you are also welcome to attach a cover letter. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis so we encourage you to submit yours soon. We look forward to reading your application.
Golden Gate Regional Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Golden Gate Regional Center (GGRC) is a state- and federal-funded nonprofit organization serving individuals with developmental disabilities in Marin, San Francisco and San Mateo counties.GGRC values diversity, we believe in creating an environment where people of all backgrounds can collaborate to find solutions to complex problems. We are community minded and passionate.GGRC values each person as a full, robust, and unique individual and interacts with each person in a manner that is respectful and responsive. We endeavor to place each person at the center of his, her or their own life. We approach each person as an expert on his, her or their own life and identity with a clear and attentive inquiry into what is important to, as well as important for, that one person (whether coworker or person-served, family member or other stakeholder).
Golden Gate Regional Center (GGRC) is a state- and federal-funded nonprofit organization serving individuals with developmental disabilities in Marin, San Francisco and San Mateo counties.
GGRC values diversity, we believe in creating an environment where people of all backgrounds can collaborate to find solutions to complex problems. We are community minded and passionate.
GGRC values each person as a full, robust, and unique individual and interacts with each person in a manner that is respectful and responsive. We endeavor to place each person at the center of his, her or their own life. We approach each person as an expert on his, her or their own life and identity with a clear and attentive inquiry into what is important to, as well as important for, that one person (whether coworker or person-served, family member or other stakeholder).
