- Must be able to exercise appropriate and sound judgment, professionalism, appropriate composure with
tact and diplomacy both under normal and stressful situations.
- Must possess a solutions-based approach to problem solving. Ability to be creative and show initiative
and act as an independent employee while having a team player approach and attitude.
- Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to establish and maintain successful and effective relationships with
Samaritan House constituents (internal and external) and partnering agencies.
- Must have flexibility with work schedule, which may include occasional evenings, holidays and/or
weekends as needed.
- Demonstrated commitment to Samaritan House’s mission, values, and community impact
- Ability to follow Agency Policies and organize required activities according to Samaritan House policies,
procedures and best practices which include any related federal, state, or local agency requirement.
- Clean driving record- ability to get to and from job sites within the Agency as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND BACKGROUND CHECK
Candidates must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job and
to respond to emergencies with or without reasonable accommodation. Reference checks and background checks
will be performed prior to and at commencement of employment. Candidate must be able to work in a clinic
environment with occasional-to-regular interruptions. Activities may include but are not limited to repetitive
hand/arm motion (computer work), extended periods of standing and/or sitting at a computer workstation,
regular travel, occasional bending, pulling, pushing, reaching, lifting, and carrying up to 20 pounds. This position
will require the usage of a mobile device or other assigned equipment, which will be provided. Position is on site
with occasional travel to partner agencies as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
Marketing and Communications
1. Execute an integrated strategic marketing, communications and public relations plan to strengthen
programmatic impact and support Samaritan House’s mission and goals, in collaboration with the
Marketing and Communications Manager.
2. Write and produce a wide variety of publications and collateral materials.
3. Gather compelling visual and written content for use across all channels and platforms.
4. Write and post content to social media channels including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.
5. Respond to comments and messages on Samaritan House social media channels and redirect inquires
as appropriate.
6. Identify and write stories that demonstrate Samaritan House’s impact on our community
7. Create and update content for organization websites.
8. Ensure all content meets branding and style requirements.
Other Department and Agency Duties include but are not limited to:
1. Manage central repository for agency photos, releases, and print materials.
2. Coordinate volunteers’ work when needed.
3. Support, assist and attend general Advancement department and agency events, activities and
functions as needed.
4. Work occasional evenings, early mornings, weekends and holidays depending on programmatic needs
and events.
5. Support Associate Director of Communications as needed and assigned.
6. Support, assist and attend general Agency events, activities and functions.
7. Attend any assigned training or meetings internal or external- represent Samaritan House positively
and professionally.
8. Perform other duties as directed.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates for this position will be required to submit a cover letter and resume to:
SAMARITAN HOUSE HR Specialist/Recruiter
4031 Pacific Blvd. San Mateo, CA 94403
E-mail: [email protected] Via facsimile: (650) 294-4336
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