Communications Coordinator

Who We Are:

For nearly 150 years, JFS of St. Louis has offered compassionate support and practical solutions to help people in greater St. Louis navigate life’s challenges. Our professional staff assist the elderly, protect children at risk, provide food and services to those in need, support families, and enhance community connections. We serve people in need, inclusive of all ages, races, religions, ethnicities, genders and sexual orientations. JFS is a dynamic organization, with committed volunteers and talented staff dedicated to an inspiring mission.

Summary:

The Communications Coordinator (CC) implements a robust marketing plan that ensures high visibility in order to meet programmatic and financial goals. The CC designs, writes, edits, publishes and disseminates all internal and external communications; writes and distributes press releases; develops and implements social media strategy; and manages website edits/changes.

Essential Functions:

• Implements the JFS marketing plan.
• Compiles and drafts monthly newsletters.
• Develops and implements social media strategy.
• Drafts and designs annual reports and manages production.
• Maintains the website.
• Produces printed materials for internal and external use and oversees adherence to brand guidelines.
• Facilitates the design & production of e-news, flyers, postcards, posters, cards, brochures, signs, and ads for internal and external use.
• Writes and distributes press releases.
• Develops and maintains media relationships.
• Updates email database for e-news recipients.
• Maintains and updates the annual communications calendar.
• Posts and updates JFS events with other organizations and sources.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.
• Complies with all company policies and standards.

Qualifications:

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with varying abilities to perform the essential functions.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in communications or other related field required.

Work Experience: Minimum of five years of experience in related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Software knowledge
  • Canva, Photoshop, Page Maker, Microsoft Office Suite, and others.
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge on the use of social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.) in marketing and communication.
• Demonstrates teamwork and support of the JFS mission and values.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of the use of office equipment, computers and related software applications.

Licenses, Certifications and Professional Affiliations: N/A

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Work Environment:

Work is typically performed in an inside office environment.

PhysicalDemands:

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Travel:

Travel within the community is required.

Benefits: JFS offers the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Traditional PPO or High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) Medical Plans.
  • $50 per month for employee only coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Healthcare Savings Account (HSA)
  • JFS contributes $100 per month to your HSA after establishing an account.
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer paid short-term disability.
  • 60% of your weekly salary.
  • Eligible first of the month after employment.
• Employer paid life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
  • 2X your salary.
  • Eligible first of the month after one year of employment.
• Employer paid long-term disability.
  • 60% of your monthly salary.
  • Eligible first of the month after one year of employment.
• Voluntary Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment.
• Voluntary Accident
• Voluntary Critical Illness
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Voluntary Pet Insurance

Other:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

JFS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.