Marketing Communications Coordinator

SUMMARY:

As a Communications Coordinator you would be responsible for representing Goodwill of the Southern Arizona (GISA) in the public media. You will be responsible for writing press releases, mission stories and developing content for GISA’s website and social media accounts. You will also represent Goodwill as a key point of contact for the local news and other media outlets. This role provides support in the operations of the Marketing department by assisting on various day-to-day tasks with an emphasis on PR and internal communications.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

*Demonstrate company’s values at all time.

*Vendor/community partner management

*Project management for events

Work with HR and other departments on internal communication and signage requests

Writing and editing copy for GISA website, newsletters, and social media

Identify and propose internal/external stories to help promote mission awareness and other company initiatives

*Speak publicly to promote Goodwill’s mission

Represent company in the public media as requested

*Promote a positive public image to create awareness of company and its brand

*Connect people to our Goodwill’s Mission by developing content for social media and blog by use of stories, photos, and video

*Cultivate relationships with media-both traditional and new media

*Communicate with media outlets to submit news articles, press releases, and for advertising needs

Travel to company locations to promote marketing initiatives

Markets company by educating customers, vendors, and the general public about Goodwill's mission

Work with the Marketing team to increase awareness and drive traffic to Goodwill’s social media channels

Assist with various Marketing/Outreach related tasks where needed

Follow all company and department policies and procedures.

Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

Adhere to all safety rules and report accidents or injuries immediately.

Implement/ maintain CARF standards as it relates to marketing efforts.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Communications strongly preferred, two years' experience in public relations preferred, or combination of education and experience considered.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive material with appropriate level of confidentiality
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite preferred
• Ability to connect with others and gain their trust to author stories
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet quick deadlines
• Ability to work independently
• Possess good organization, and planning skills and be able to provide creative ideas when needed
• Ability to travel around Southern Arizona on a periodic basis, if needed
• Must have reliable transportation, possess a valid AZ driver’s license and meet Goodwill’s insurance requirements to travel throughout the Southern Arizona area

Perks & Benefits

This position offers a very competitive wage. We offer fantastic benefits including generous amounts of paid time off, paid sick leave, medical, vision, dental insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan (with 100% vesting from day 1 and employer matching at 1 year, disability and life insurance, a COMPANY PAID employee assistance plan (EAP) for mental health and COMPANY PAID telemedicine plan for all employees and their households, tuition reimbursement, identity theft protection, and a 30% store discount.