Communications and Outreach Coordinator

The Communications & Outreach Coordinator will provide capacity by coordinating communication efforts across WFD and its regional teams, developing messaging and content for a variety of audiences and platforms, and supporting outreach initiatives throughout the state. The position will help ensure that information about WFD programs and services is current, accurate, accessible, and presented in a clear and consistent manner. The position will also strengthen WFD's ability to promote and support public-facing activities, including job fairs, hiring events, workshops, and community outreach.

What You Will Do

Developing messaging and content for a variety of audiences and platforms, coordinating promotional efforts, working with community and employer partners, and maintaining and strategically managing promotional materials. The coordinator will also provide backup capacity for media inquiries and assist with public information, meetings, FOIA requests, and other external communications.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The coordinator must be equally comfortable developing a communication strategy, writing and editing content, coordinating an event, working with partners, and responding to emerging communication needs. The position requires someone who can translate complex programs and services into clear, engaging communications; work across regions and programs; manage competing priorities; and move projects from concept through completion.

Requirements

• Two (2) years or more of experience in communications, public or media relations, marketing, policy writing, or consumer education
• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, advertising, English, or technical and business writing

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program