Communications Specialist

Overview

Argentum is the leading national trade association serving companies that own, operate, and support professionally managed senior living communities in the United States. Our staff thrives on serving companies creating better living options for our country’s seniors.

• Press & media support:
  Draft, edit, and proofread press releases, advisories, and statements; help build press lists, distribute releases, and track coverage.
• Daily news curation (Rasa.io):
  Curate Argentum’s Daily News email, monitor industry trends, and recommend engagement improvements.
• I Love Senior Living campaign:
  Support execution of the communications plan, craft short‑form content (social, email blurbs, talking points), and repurpose stories and assets from members and partners.
• Content & messaging:
  Edit web content and email copy; uphold brand voice and key talking points across platforms.
• Collaboration & project support:
  Partner with policy, membership, education, events, and research teams; coordinate with external vendors and partners; contribute to campaigns and special projects as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, PR—or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years in communications, content, or marketing; association/nonprofit experience welcomed.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills; detail‑oriented.
• Experience with email/newsletter tools or marketing automation; familiarity with Rasa.io a plus.
• Comfortable with social media and digital channels.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple deadlines in a part‑time schedule.
• Passion for storytelling in the senior living space.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

This is a part‑time, non‑exempt role (up to 20 hours/week
), Monday–Friday during core flexible hours
. You’ll report to the VP of Marketing & Content
.

Argentum is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws.

Send us your résumé, a brief note about why you’re excited to support senior living communications, and 2–3 writing samples (e.g., press releases, short‑form social/email copy).

District of Columbia, United States