Communications Coordinator
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
United Way of Weld County builds powerful partnerships to bring about lasting community-wide change. With the support of United Way donors, volunteers and partners, together we are building a better Weld County, one where every household has the opportunity to succeed.
JOB OVERVIEW
The Communications Coordinator plays a key role in shaping and sharing the organization’s story. This position leads the development and management of digital communications — including websites, e-newsletters, and social media — to strengthen community engagement and brand awareness. In addition, the Communications Coordinator designs compelling visual and written content across print and digital platforms, ensuring a cohesive and professional look and feel for all organizational materials. Working collaboratively with internal departments, this role turns ideas into creative campaigns and resources that inspire action and reflect the organization’s mission and impact.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
General Duties
- Lead on the design, maintenance and updating of website (UnitedWay-Weld.org) including use of website analytics tools.
- Manage online giving platforms (company pledge portals), submission forms, job boards, events calendar, registration forms, etc.
- Manage the design and use of e-newsletters to constituents using Constant Contact.
- Production of short videos for sharing electronically.
- Strong copywriting and line editing skills with a keen eye for clarity, tone, and accuracy.
- Design online and print collateral using Adobe Creative Suite and Canva for all organizational departments.
- Serve on event project teams providing communications support including development of invitations, mailing lists, materials, messages, program scripts, online registration, etc.
- Develop and maintain professional relationships with assigned vendors.
- Become familiar with and maintain knowledge of communication and design trends.
- Become familiar with and maintain knowledge of aspects of printing and invoicing process (newspaper, magazine, radio, print shops, etc.).
United Way of Weld County General
- Support and promote the mission, values, goals and objectives of United Way, including representing United Way in professional organizations and the community (as assigned).
- Support fundraising efforts of United Way and activities that support United Way.
- Support United Way annual events, disaster response, and other activities as assigned.
- Participate in staff meetings and in service opportunities.
- Contribute to organizational promotions including writing promotional copy, proofreading informational and campaign materials, participation in outreach, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
United Way Worldwide Core Competencies for all Staff
- Mission-Focused: Catalyze others’ commitment to mission to create real social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities. This drives their performance and professional motivations.
- Relationship-Oriented: Understands that people come before process and is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal.
- Collaborator: Understands the roles and contributions of all sectors of the community and can mobilize resources (financial and human) through meaningful engagement.
- Results-Driven: Dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good; creating, resourcing, scaling, and leveraging strategies and innovations for broad investment and impact.
- Brand Steward: Steward of the brand and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater network.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- A strong understanding of Search Engine Optimization
- Self-motivated; proven excellent performance standards and quality of work.
- Ability to multi-task with changing priorities and excellent follow-through skills; develop goals and action plans; handle multiple projects and priorities.
- Above-average written communications.
- Excellent customer service and phone skills.
- Effective interpersonal communication skills including group presentations, training, and one-on-one conversations.
- Public speaking ability.
- Organizational skills, detail-oriented, and attention to deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and as a team player.
- Financial management, including managing an operational budget of $223k.
- Knowledge of CRM systems.
- Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Associate’s degree in communications field and/or two years’ experience in communications-related work.
- Computer ability including Microsoft Office, WordPress, social media platforms, Constant Contact, Canva, Google Analytics, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Graphic design experience.
POSITION INFORMATION
- Full-time, (40 hours) non-exempt
- Salary Range H4: 18.21-20.50
- Plus .72 per hour Spanish speaking differential, if applicable
- Supervisory duties: None
- Reports to: Director of Communications and Executive Support
- Eligible for remote work: Yes, limited remote after 90 days of employment with supervisors’ approval
- Background check required
BENEFITS
- Insurance options include voluntary medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance, as well as automatic life insurance, and an available FSA plan.
- The leave plan includes vacation, sick, parental leave, short-term disability, and at least 14 paid holidays.
- The retirement plan is open to all employees after one year, and the employer contribution is determined by the Board of Directors.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT
United Way of Weld County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and conducts its recruitment and hiring based solely upon job-related qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.
COMPENSTATION STATEMENT
At United Way of Weld County, we believe in fairness and equity in our hiring process. We recognize that negotiating pay can create inequality, as it often rewards the best negotiators rather than the most qualified candidates. To ensure consistency and eliminate this bias, our salary bands are based on education and experience, and we do not negotiate salary once an offer is made. The only exceptions to the offer will be based on new, relevant information regarding experience or education. Due to budget constraints, we are unable to offer compensation outside of the posted salary range. Please consider this when applying.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please apply on United Way of Weld County’s website at
https://www.unitedway-weld.org/careers. Applications should include a resume and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Bilingual and multilingual candidates encouraged to apply. All questions should be directed to Nicole Quinn, Director of Communication and Executive Support,
nicole@unitedway-weld.org. No phone calls please.