Help Share Maine's Cemetery History

The Maine Old Cemetery Association (MOCA) is seeking a volunteer to serve as Publicity Coordinator. This position plays an important role in promoting MOCA's mission of preserving, documenting, and educating the public about Maine's historic cemeteries and burial grounds.

The Publicity Coordinator helps communicate MOCA's activities, events, projects, and educational resources to members, partner organizations, local communities, and the general public. The coordinator helps raise awareness of Maine's rich cemetery heritage and the work being done to preserve it.

Responsibilities Include

• Promoting MOCA events, workshops, and programs.
• Assisting with social media and online communications.
• Preparing news releases and public announcements.
• Supporting newsletter and website content.
• Helping publicize preservation projects and volunteer opportunities.
• Building relationships with historical, genealogical, and preservation organizations.

Qualifications

The ideal volunteer has strong communication skills, enjoys working with people, and has an interest in history, genealogy, cemetery preservation, or nonprofit outreach. Experience with social media, writing, or public relations is helpful but not required.

Time Commitment

This is a flexible volunteer position requiring only a few hours each month, with occasional additional time during major events or projects.

Download the Full Position Description [PDF]

For complete information about the duties, qualifications, and expectations of this position, please download the PDF using the link above.

Interested in Serving?

Volunteers are essential to MOCA's success. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or discuss how your skills and interests might contribute to the organization, please contact the MOCA Board of Directors via President Walter Guptill.

Thank you for helping preserve and promote Maine's historic cemeteries.