What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications and Marketing Coordinator position at College of the Redwoods?
Position Information
College of the Redwoods
Position Title
Communications and Marketing Coordinator
Position Type
Staff
Department
Communications and Marketing
Location
Eureka
Summary
Provides support to the District’s external and internal communications functions by researching, preparing, and communicating timely and accurate information, ensuring consistent quality of content and dissemination using a variety of communication platforms. Operates a centralized document publishing service for staff and students.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Operates a digital print, work flow system that scans document originals into a file server for printing or conversion to other useable file formats. Retrieves printable files sent through electronic mail or in ticketing system.
- Oversee print jobs and distribution of print materials for the District.
- Provides general maintenance and working order of printing equipment.
- Operates high speed production copier or other copy machines, binding equipment or other related printing equipment. Sets machine for desired function and other settings. Prepares documents to be presentation quality and for distribution.
- Uses desktop publishing or other computer software, including Adobe InDesign, produces documents such as business cards, certificates, print ads and posters.
- Produce tracking reports and analyses for all media channels, including, but not limited to: television, newspaper, radio, website, and social media.
- Prepares presentation materials which could include charts, graphs, and images by integrating content to graphics, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing applications.
- Accounts for and posts financial transactions or other data and maintains various department information onto establish data entry formats. Searches out information in departmental records and files.
- Supports media relations activities and requests, including personal contact with media, preparation of media press releases and other written communications, and providing appropriate responses to media inquiries.
- Maintains event calendars on the website using a content management system.
- Broadcasts email communications using group email applications.
- General purpose photography for the District, including but not limited to: photographs of various campus functions and activities.
- Monitors inventory of outreach and marketing materials, such as brochures and posters, and re-orders them for availability and distribution throughout the CR District.
- Processes routine documents of moderate complexity requiring knowledge of the special terminology, policies and procedures of department or area of specialized function.
- Prepares and posts general news content for conveyance to internal and external audiences via printed (e.g., newsletters, brochures, and articles) and web-based platforms. Researches, organizes, writes, and prepares layout for written products.
- Provides general support for District public relations and marketing activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills
The position requires working knowledge of communications media techniques and administrative support to internal and external communications. Requires knowledge of and skill at using personal software applications for document design and production, broadcasting communications, content management, and social media. Requires the ability to operate digital cameras. Requires a working knowledge of copy, binding, and ancillary equipment used for making copies and assembling completed materials. Must know how to perform routine maintenance on equipment and resolve problems such as paper jams and image quality. Knowledge of basic record keeping and clerical duties required. Requires good English, grammar, spelling, punctuation and math skills. Must have sufficient communication skills to project a positive image and convey basic information to customers.
Abilities
Must be able to produce work with limited supervision. Requires the ability to prioritize projects in order to meet deadlines and established schedules. Must be able to operate required equipment in a safe manner. Must be able to communicate courteously with staff and students on routine matters. It is essential that the incumbent be able to perform duties in a manner that follows accepted safety standards for lifting, carrying and moving of heavy materials or objects.
Physical Abilities
Requires standing for prolonged periods, lifting, carrying or moving medium weight materials (up to 50 pounds), bending and stooping. Requires sufficient visual acuity and accommodation to bring items into sharp focus, to read diagrams, words and letters; hand eye coordination to operate buttons and dials; sufficient forearm, hand, and finger dexterity to move and place objects; to observe safety rules and procedures. There may be exposure to fumes from printing chemicals.
Working Conditions
Work is performed indoors where some safety considerations exist from physical labor, and handling of light-to-medium weight, yet, awkward materials.
Working Conditions
Work is performed indoors where some safety considerations exist from physical labor, and handling of light-to-medium weight, yet, awkward materials.
Education and Experience
The position typically requires an Associate of Arts degree in graphic arts, business communications, or equivalent discipline and one year of experience (which may be concurrent) in a media communications, publishing, or graphic arts capacity.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Workplace Diversity
It is the policy of College of the Redwoods not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in its educational programs and its employment practices.
Position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
College of the Redwoods values all members of our community and strives to create a diverse, nurturing, honest, and open environment. CR is committed to equal employment opportunity in its employment and encourages applications from underrepresented group members.
Licenses and Certificates
Hours
Part-Time
10 Months/Year, 1300 Hours/Year, 32 Hours/Week
10 Months/Year, 1300 Hours/Year, 32 Hours/Week
Salary Grade
115
Salary
$27.39 - $30.82/Hourly (20-step salary range continues to a maximum of $48.01/Hourly)
Contact(s)
Human Resources
Contact Phone
707-476-4140
Contact Email
hr@redwoods.edu
Start Date
TBD
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S00371P
Requisition Number
25-123
Job Open Date
01/29/2025
Job Close Date
02/19/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Posting
https://employment.redwoods.edu/postings/4249
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful clearance of a criminal background check, pre-employment physical examination, freedom from tuberculosis, and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States prior to the first day of work. The District may select additional qualified candidates should unexpected vacancies or needs occur during the recruitment/selection process. When education is a requirement for the position, official academic transcripts from the accredited college/university will be required.
California School Employees Association is the exclusive bargaining representative for College of the Redwoods classified employees. Each employee hired into a classified position shall contribute to the administration of this contract by membership dues or service fees.
The salary range indicated is reflective of a 20-step salary schedule.
California School Employees Association is the exclusive bargaining representative for College of the Redwoods classified employees. Each employee hired into a classified position shall contribute to the administration of this contract by membership dues or service fees.
The salary range indicated is reflective of a 20-step salary schedule.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance is provided by the District for all full-time employees and their dependents.
Application Process
Required Materials
Apply online at https://employment.redwoods.edu/
You will need to attach the information below to complete the online application process. Attachments are accepted in .doc or .pdf file formats.
1. Letter of introduction expressing interest in and qualifications for this position
2. Professional resume
3. Transcripts of all college degrees and courses (unofficial is sufficient for application, official copies will be required of the successful candidate)
Incomplete application packets will not be forwarded for consideration by the screening committee.
Apply online at https://employment.redwoods.edu/
You will need to attach the information below to complete the online application process. Attachments are accepted in .doc or .pdf file formats.
1. Letter of introduction expressing interest in and qualifications for this position
2. Professional resume
3. Transcripts of all college degrees and courses (unofficial is sufficient for application, official copies will be required of the successful candidate)
Incomplete application packets will not be forwarded for consideration by the screening committee.
Salary : $27 - $31
