OPEN POSITIONS / Communications Division / NSS Marketing Manager

NSS Marketing Manager

Details: Paid - Remote

Time Commitment: 20 hours/month

Compensation: Part-time, 20 hours/month for a flat rate of $600/month

Unit: Communications Division

Reports to: Communication Division Head

Contact: Communication Division Head, jcreighton@caves.org

Apply By: 03/21/2026

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ABOUT THE NSS:

Founded in 1941, the NSS is the largest membership organization dedicated to caves & caving. Composed of over 8,000 members and 250+ local chapters - known as grottos - we connect cavers so they can explore, study and conserve caves worldwide.

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ABOUT THE POSITION:

    Do you want to share your passion for caves and caving with the world? The National Speleological Society (NSS) is looking for a talented Marketing Manager to share the spirit of exploration, conservation, and fellowship within the caving community and to the public. The Marketing Manager will be responsible for boosting awareness of the value of caves and karst and increasing understanding of the vital work of the NSS in the conservation and protection of underground resources.
    The Marketing Manager will be classified as a Contractor with the NSS. This is a new part-time, remote position in the NSS, with compensation tied to deliverables for the NSS website, social media, newsletter, and related marketing channels. They will work directly with the Communication Division Head, who reports to the Executive Director. The Marketing Manager will oversee a Communications Specialist and also works cross-functionally with a Newsletter Manager, the Website team, and NSS News team.
    About the National Speleological Society Founded in 1941, the NSS is the largest membership organization dedicated to caves & caving in the world. The NSS currently has about 8,500 members that form 250+ chapters worldwide — known as grottos. The NSS promotes responsible cave exploration and fellowship among those interested in caves, and is committed to the conservation of underground environments and the advancement of cave and karst science. The NSS is a strong organization financially, with an annual budget of approximately $1 million. The NSS also partners with a wide array of like-minded organizations to leverage communications and resources related to cave exploration, fellowship, access, conservation, education, and science. For more information, visit the NSS website at caves.org.

GENERAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop a clear and comprehensive marketing strategy to determine what and where the organization communicates and ensure that communications are aligned with the NSS’s Strategic Goals, programs, and overall mission.
  • Set realistic, mission-oriented goals and metrics that prioritize impact, engagement quality, educational value and accuracy, specific community-building or fundraising outcomes, etc. rather than audience size.
  • Oversee and maintain NSS branding and a consistent voice across all NSS channels and elsewhere.
  • Support the other divisions with various marketing and communications tasks, such as:
    • Writing or editing announcements and press releases
    • Creating or updating brochures and informational materials
    • Editing fundraising emails and other member-facing messages
    • Producing email campaigns for announcements or initiatives
  • Collaborate with the Newsletter Manager, Communications Specialist, and others within the Communications Division to ensure the timely distribution of all content.
  • Oversee the publication of at least two engaging website articles per month that feature NSS programs, organizational updates, cave news and research, or other relevant membership- and public-interest topics.
  • Identify, source, and obtain subject matter expertise for content when knowledge is limited or lacking.
  • Draft marketing reports that outline achievements, challenges, and recommendations.
  • Support recruitment efforts by bringing new individuals into the division’s teams.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Familiarity with marketing tools, (Ahrefs, Google Analytics, Mailchimp, Meta Business Suite, etc), website content systems (WordPress or similar), and graphic design platforms.
  • Expertise in marketing, digital communication, online community engagement, journalism, and/or social media.
  • Proven ability to think strategically, set measurable goals, and prioritize mission impact.
  • Comfortable working independently or with multiple divisions and volunteers on deadlines.
  • Genuine passion for caves and karst, creating engaging communications, and the NSS mission.

HOW TO APPLY:

Apply today!

    Send a résumé and cover letter with a short introduction describing your experience and interest in the position by April 20, 2026. To learn more or apply, contact us at jcreighton@caves.org.

The NSS is committed to diversity and inclusion. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.