What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Relations & Marketing Coordinator - Oceanside, CA position at CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE, INC.?
Job Details
Why Join our Team?
As a Canine Companions employee, you’ll enjoy knowing that every day you make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. You’ll give independence and give a dog a job!
Canine Companions dedication to our mission is only equaled to our dedication to our employees.
BENEFITS:
- Comprehensive benefit program including employer-paid medical, dental and vision for staff
- 14 paid holidays, including an Inclusion Holiday
- 17 paid days off during your first year (Paid time off, PTO), including additional hours to serve your community
- Employer matched 403(b) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program/Wellness Programs
- Diversity and Inclusion Committee dedicated to ongoing efforts to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by setting actionable goals and evaluating progress.
“The organization really lives out the core values in daily actions and decision making. I enjoy coming to work as I know that my day will be filled with integrity as the organization does what is right, guided by honesty, accountability and sincerity.”
-Canine Early Care Team Member
About the Position
As a Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator, you will be an integral member of our team as you generate public awareness and support for Canine Companions. You will work closely with regional and national staff and stakeholders, to develop and implement strategic public relations and marketing plans to achieve the organization’s goals and objectives.
A typical day as a Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator may include:
- Public Relations:
- Implementing the annual regional media plan including broadcast, online and print targets
- Developing and maintaining professional relationships with local and regional media contacts
- Working with regional staff to coordinate participation of stakeholders in public relations activities
- Acting as a spokesperson for Canine Companions
- Marketing:
- Managing the preparation and distribution of communication pieces including: direct mail, newsletter content, graduation and event materials, e-communications
- Maintaining inventory of marketing materials
- Incorporating and promoting cause marketing objectives into annual communication plans
- Website/ Social Media:
- Creating stories and content for website and social media channels
- Promote and document regional events, through taking photographs and writing articles
- Special Events:
- Providing publicity support for regional special events, volunteer groups and recruitment programs
- Coordinating production and distribution of all event collateral
- Ensuring the website includes up to date event information
- Coordinating videos and photography for use at graduation ceremonies and other special events
EXPECTATIONS:
To be successful in this position:
- Must Haves:
- Previous public relations, marketing and/ or journalism experience
- Public speaking experience
- Nice to Haves:
- Web design experience
- Video and photography experience
- Degree in Marketing or Communication
SCHEDULE:
Full Time
RATE OF PAY: $28.00-$30.00/hour
The base salary range above represents the low and high of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of total compensation package for employees.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.
Pursuant to local Fair Chance Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Salary : $28 - $30
