Communications Coordinator

Communications Coordinator Performs full professional level communications and promotional work involved in preparing, implementing, and presenting a variety of departmental informational campaigns, communications, and knowledge-based materials for city operations. Works closely with senior executives to establish organizational messages and keep staff informed of key work initiatives and developments. Coordinates internal employee communications programs, including employee newsletters, brochures, policies and procedures manuals, and related communications. Creates, coordinates, and oversees the distribution and delivery of information across divisions.

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• 6-12 weeks of paid parental leave available
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

• Participates in planning, developing, and implementing communication strategies and engagement plans, projects, or programs. Ensures all plans are in alignment with the department’s overall mission and strategic plan.
• Research, plan, draft, design, edit, and distribute various materials, including press releases, fact sheets, brochures, news articles, annual reports, and presentations.
• Develops comprehensive timelines for projects and events, implements agreed upon communications strategy within budget.
• Synthesizes complicated matters and data into an understandable context and follows through on inquiries, research requests, and drafting messages for approval.
• Disseminates information pertinent to targeted audiences through newsletters, presentations, print, or other communication techniques.
• Supports social media output by creating communications for internal and external audiences and distributing information and materials for social media platforms.
• Supports emergency communication efforts and media management during a crisis.
• Monitors and evaluates communication effectiveness to ensure target audiences utilize the information provided.
• Updates and manages website to create a more user-friendly experience.
• May supervisor part time employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in English, Marketing, Communications, or a closely related field plus two to four years of professional-level experience performing communications, marketing, and/or public relations. Education and experience may be substituted one for the other on a year-for-year basis.
• Creative ability to devise effective communication strategies.
• Knowledge and familiarity with information technology, basic design, and digital editing is essential.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to resolve highly complex issues; develop and communicate new policies and procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and at various levels of the organization.

• Generally comfortable working conditions requiring light physical effort. Intermittent sitting, standing, and walking. May require frequent travel between office and department or meeting location.
• Considerable exposure to stress as a result of human behavior and job requirements.

Full time 40