Communication Specialist

Golden Gate Regional Center (GGRC)

Communications Specialist coordinating communications strategies and project management at GGRC. Ensuring clarity, consistency, accessibility, and alignment across multiple channels.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,518 - $90,621 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing communication strategies that align with organizational priorities, ensuring clarity and consistency across various channels. Proficient in managing communications for diverse audiences, with a strong focus on accessibility and inclusion standards.

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5–8+ Years Experience In CommunicationsExperience Managing Social MediaExperience Coordinating Communications Across TeamsDemonstrated Experience Supporting Disability InclusionFamiliarity With Legislative And Public Policy Processes

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Hard Skills

Communication Strategy ImplementationContent Management SystemsVideo/Visual Storytelling ToolsProject TrackingQuality Control In Communications

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCollaborationFeedback Loop MaintenanceStorytelling Support

Tools & Technologies

Website ManagementSocial Media PlatformsAnalytics ToolsCommunication Planning Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree In CommunicationMaster's Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

Disability ServicesHealthcarePublic AffairsRegulatory AgenciesMultilingual Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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
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
Use analytics, feedback, and community input to spot gaps or inconsistencies and drive continuous improvement
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
Reinforce best practices in accessible, inclusive, and respectful communication
Support storytelling efforts by helping staff identify and capture compelling stories that reflect GGRC’s impact
Coordinate communications to priority audiences, including individuals with developmental disabilities, families, providers, policymakers, and community partners
Support coordination of communications for time-sensitive or high-visibility issues
Help track external developments (policy, media, community context) and flag implications
Prepare leadership and board-facing materials

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s 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

Comp & perks

Medical and Dental benefits with a generous employer contribution
Employer paid Life, Disability and Vision coverage
10% employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement account
13 vacation days
15 sick days
11 paid holidays
6 personal holidays
Up to 5 paid days for continuing education