Social Media + Digital Engagement Specialist – NOAA Fisheries West Coast Region
Position Overview:
CASE is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Social Media & Digital Engagement Specialist to support the Communications and External Affairs (CEA) Branch of NOAA Fisheries’ West Coast Region (WCR). This role blends science communication, online community engagement, and multimedia content development to make NOAA’s work in conserving living marine resources accessible and engaging for a wide range of audiences.
In partnership with NOAA Fisheries’ communications, scientific, and management teams, you will plan, produce, and manage digital content for WCR social media channels, stakeholder newsletters, and other online platforms. You’ll help translate complex marine science and policy information into clear, compelling stories that connect with stakeholders, partners, and the public.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain an annual and quarterly social media content calendar for Facebook, Instagram, and X that highlights WCR achievements, science, and conservation work.
Create accurate, visually engaging multimedia content (narratives, infographics, photos, videos) in collaboration with NOAA experts.
Coordinate with NOAA Science Centers and Headquarters to align messaging and maximize campaign impact.
Monitor analytics, produce monthly performance reports, and recommend strategies to improve outreach.
Manage stakeholder email listservs via Government Delivery, ensuring timely newsletters and targeted updates.
Serve as a backup for graphic product development, helping scope, design, and clear brochures, infographics, reports, and signage.
Stay current on digital engagement trends and advise NOAA staff on best practices for social media and online community management.
Qualifications
Proven experience managing organizational presence on Facebook, Instagram, X, Flickr, and other platforms.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex science for general audiences.
Proficiency in graphic design tools (Adobe Illustrator, Canva, Lumen5) and data visualization.
Familiarity with SEO, Google Analytics, and social media metrics.
Experience developing integrated multimedia storytelling in a science, environmental, or conservation context.
Collaborative work style with experience in program planning and project management.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace tools.
About CASE Consultants International
CASE Consultants International is a Small Business Administration (SBA)-certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and HubZone-certified firm based in Asheville, NC. With over 12 years of success, CASE supports federal and state agencies, NGOs, research institutions, and private industry through expert services that advance environmental protection, sustainable development, and ecological resilience.
We specialize in delivering high-impact solutions in coastal, marine, ocea, and terrestrial environments, with core strengths in:
Strategic environmental and scientific initiatives
Regulatory compliance and policy support
Scientific and technical research and analysis
Science communication and stakeholder engagement
Adaptation and resilience planning
Disaster recovery and restoration
Program design and implementation support
Whether helping agencies implement Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 7 consultations, guiding communities through coastal resilience planning, or supporting private sector sustainability goals, CASE integrates science and strategy to generate meaningful, measurable outcomes.
Our goal is not simply to provide information—but to deliver environmental intelligence that empowers evidence-based decisions and supports long-term ecological and economic sustainability.
At CASE, we hire talented and passionate professionals who are committed to making the planet a safer, healthier, and more hospitable place for all its inhabitants. We create a cultivate, a flexible and collaborative work environment that welcomes a range of perspectives, values creativity, and seeks and delivers work that makes a lasting difference.
Our competitive benefits packages include company-sponsored healthcare (medical, dental, and vision); paid leave; retirement plan; training and professional development; remote and flexible work; performance-based raises and bonuses; and others.
CASE is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and cultivating talented professionals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives and a diverse, inclusive workplace in which our employees thrive. We equitably consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information as per https://www.eeoc.gov/poster.
If you require assistance in completing this application, please contact us at careers@case-ci.com.
