Job Description

LC State invites applications for the position of Communications Coordinator.


Salary and rank based on experience and qualifications: $60,000 - $65,000

Degree Required:

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field from a regionally accredited college or university.

Required Qualifications:

1. Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

2. Experience in news release writing and/or journalism.

3. Experience and skill in proofreading and editing.

4. Experience and skill in coordinating projects.

5. Experience with social media.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience publishing news and information through a website CMS.

2. Experience in media and public relations.

3. Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud software.

4. Experience in photo editing and photo collection management.

5. Experience in coordinating communications projects and initiatives among multiple team members and offices.

Responsibilities:

The Communications Coordinator assists the director of Communications & Marketing in media and public relations, including the identification and dissemination of stories with news value, editing and writing of press releases, features, social content, internal communications and other copywriting assignments for the college website, publications, social media, and media sources. The position also plays a key role in helping to coordinate communications projects and initiatives within the department and across campus.


Essential functions include:

1. Provide updates to media, community, and campus through press releases and internal announcements concerning college activities.

2. Coordinate communications projects and initiatives within the department and across campus.

3. In the absence of the director, serve as the college's Public Information Officer during emergencies. This includes managing the college's emergency notification system.

4. Supply content for college publications including the college's commencement programs, website, and social media.

5. Aid in the compiling, organizing, and maintenance of public information records and resources.

6. Cultivate, monitor, and evaluate news coverage.

7. Other duties as assigned, including various writing assignments.


Additional duties include direct and indirect activities to support recruitment and retention of students.

Application Procedure:

Please upload all of the following documents or your application may not be considered for review.

Cover Letter/Letter of Interest Resume/Curriculum Vitae Contact Information or Letters for three (3) Professional References Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts requested upon hire)

This position is open until filled. Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check and may also be subject to an education verification. LC State is an EEO/VETS employer.