Mass Communications Specialist

The California Correctional Peace Officers' Association, the labor union representing California's Correctional Peace Officers, is accepting applications for a Chief Operations Officer. This position is located in our West Sacramento, CA office.

• Research, develop, and write compelling stories, articles, and social media posts for CCPOA platforms, including but not limited to Peace Keeper magazine and the Members Only website.
• Contribute a minimum of 2,000 words weekly across various media formats.
• Conduct interviews with members, leadership, stakeholders, and event participants to gather accurate, relevant, and timely content.
• Capture and curate original photos and video to support written stories and enhance audience engagement.

• Assist in producing video stories and digital content for distribution across CCPOA platforms, both on location and in the office.
• Edit written and video content to meet union standards and deadlines.
• Utilize tools such as Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, and Lightroom to create high-quality, professional content.

• Adapt and develop content for CCPOA’s social media channels, including but not limited to Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, and You Tube.
• Create and manage content specifically for the Members Only website to keep members informed and engaged.
• Collaborate on strategies to grow CCPOA’s online presence and strengthen digital engagement with members.

• Support the editing, production, social media, proofreading, and coordination of Association-wide communications, publications, and campaign materials.
• Meet deadlines and maintain consistent editorial quality.
• Travel statewide as needed to gather content with occasional opportunity for out-of-state assignments.
• Perform additional communications tasks as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, or a related field or 3-10 years of progressive communications experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a communications, journalism, or marketing role
• Excellent writing, editing, and research skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and basic digital photo/video tools
• Familiarity with AP style.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Photoshop and Lightroom.
• Strong interpersonal and interviewing skills.

• 3–10 years of progressive experience in communications
• 3–10 years of progressive experience in video production
• Experience working in union, nonprofit, or advocacy environments

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to travel regularly within California, with occasional opportunities for out-of-state assignments.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in person and over the phone.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Status
:
Non-Exempt

Number of Openings: 1

To Apply

Applicants must submit a Letter of Interest, Resume, writing sample (minimum 750 words) and examples of video work to:
jobs.hiring

CCPOA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

(EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans)

Job Type: Full-time