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Communications Manager

The Congregational Library & Archives seeks an ambitious communications professional eager to implement a comprehensive external communications program and raise the visibility of an important historical and cultural organization.

The Congregational Library & Archives is an independent research library located in Boston, Massachusetts. Established in 1853, the CLA is a repository for some 225,000 books, pamphlets, periodicals, and manuscripts documenting the development and growth of the Congregational tradition in the United States as well as Canada and Great Britain.

The CLA’s mission is to foster deeper understanding of the Congregational story and its ongoing relevance in the twenty-first century by collecting and sharing materials and by actively engaging with, among others, scholars, and the general public. To carry out this mission, the CLA preserves and makes available materials pertaining to Congregationalism, the history of which has been interwoven with the development of North America and the United States since the seventeenth century. The CLA holds a rich collection of historical materials, which have significance not only for church history, but also for social history, political history, and genealogy. It provides free access to the collections, including digitized manuscripts through New England’s Hidden Histories. The CLA also offers educational programs, including exhibits, author talks, and book discussions for a broad range of audiences.

Description

The Communications Manager will implement a comprehensive external communications program through print, web, social media, and email marketing strategies.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with CLA staff to develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to publicize programs, support fundraising goals, and build the CLA community across socials, web, email, advertising, and with external partners.
• Create original content and manage the CLA’s social media presence (including Facebook, Bluesky, Instagram, and YouTube).
• Manage the writing, design, and strategic implementation of newsletters and regular promotional emails.
• Manage the CLA’s WordPress website, including web edits, blogposts, development of new features/content, and event calendar/listings.
• Create promotional content (flyers, handouts, banners, brochures, swag, etc.) for CLA staff to use at meetings with external stakeholders.
• Coordinate external and internal contributors for the CLA’s bi-annual magazine and work with an external graphic designer to lead the project from planning to completion.
• Record, edit, transcribe, post, and promote videos of the CLA’s programs.
• Develop collaborative relationships with communication professionals in peer organizations.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, or relevant field
• 2-3 years of experience in communications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience implementing communications strategies as well as using data to drive content strategies
• Experience managing social media accounts and creating original content
• Strong writing with impeccable grammar and good basic design skills
• Experience with a variety of communications software is essential, along with willingness and ability to learn on the job
• Previous experience with email marketing/CRM software, Adobe suite, photo and video editing, WordPress, Zoom, and social media campaigns, are required for this role
• Curiosity about American, Congregational, and/or religious history

Working Conditions

This full-time position offers a flexible work schedule that can be primarily remote.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $55,000 – $65,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

CLA provides a generous package of benefits, including medical and dental insurance (75% and 70% employer contribution for individual and family coverage, respectively), short-term and long-term disability insurance, and 403(b) matching contributions up to 3%. Also, significant paid time off is offered, including holidays, personal days, vacation days, and sick days. The CLA provides a monthly stipend for a MBTA pass for those who live in metro Boston. Staff have access to funding for one professional development opportunity a year.

Application

Applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience match CLA’s needs and mission. Please send to Kyle Roberts at careers@14beacon.org and include “Communications Manager” in the subject line. Review of applications begins June 12, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

The CLA encourages and welcomes diversity throughout the organization. The CLA does not discriminate and protects against harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The CLA employs people based on ability, experience, education, and character.

The CLA’s policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, compensation and benefits, working conditions, performance evaluation, professional development, disciplinary action, and termination.