Job Title: Communications and Outreach Coordinator

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Advancement

Reports To: Director of Advancement

Creative Minds is seeking a dynamic and creative Communications and Outreach Coordinator. The Communications and Outreach Coordinator at Creative Minds implements Creative Minds communication strategy, manages social media posts and campaigns, coordinates website updates, assists with planning and execution of public outreach events, and works on the development of marketing and written materials.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• In partnership with the Chief Projects Officer and Director of Advancement, develops the schools communication strategy and implements plans.
• Collaborate with all teams to understand priorities and identify opportunities to integrate them into the overall communication efforts.
• Oversee Creative Mind’s social media accounts, develop strategies, and monitor content to enhance engagement.
• Monitor and respond to posts on family engagement tools to ensure effective communication with the school community.
• Create and update content for the school’s website, ensuring it is current and engaging.
• Collect, analyze, and report on various communications and outreach metrics to inform strategy and ensure effectiveness.
• Work closely with the staff to highlight and promote Creative Minds' mission and successes through various communication channels.
• Lead the implementation of Creative Minds’ recruitment and engagement strategy, including developing marketing materials, planning and hosting events, and attending community fairs.
• Develop and distribute Creative Minds print and online publications for education, development, and administrative purposes, such as e-blasts, newsletters, videos, annual reports, appeal letters, brochures, and marketing materials.
• Coordinate the production of various high-quality marketing materials, ensuring consistency and brand alignment.
• Writes and/or edits documents as assigned, maintaining high standards of clarity and professionalism as part of the Advancement Team, and assists with hosting various family engagement activities and events.
• Maintains the school’s calendar(s) to ensure accurate and timely scheduling of events and activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations, education, or a related field
• A minimum of three years of experience
• An excellent storyteller
• Excellent writing, proofreading, and editing skills
• Knowledge of social media platforms
• Collaborative, team-oriented, positive attitude
• Proficient in web-based programs or applications
• Proven track record in managing and coordinating complex projects
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Meet all employment requirements, including a satisfactory background check
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
• Experience working with diverse communities and families preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A deep commitment to Creative Minds' core values and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrated capability in exercising initiative and exploring creative solutions.
• Ability to work as a team player, independently, and adhere to deadlines.
• Experience organizing, tracking tasks, and scheduling for multiple projects at once.
• Full proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.

EEO Statement

CMI does not discriminate against, or tolerate discrimination against, employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race, color, national origin, immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal, DC, state, or local law), religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity or expression), marital status (including domestic partnership status), genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, family responsibilities, personal appearance, veteran status, uniform service member status, status of being unemployed, status of victim a survivor of domestic violence, sexual offense or stalking, matriculation or any other protected class under federal, state, DC, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,554.00 - $69,830.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Washington, DC 20011 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Washington, DC 20011: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person