Communication and Development Coordinator

Salt Lake County•Salt Lake City, UT

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

Salt Lake County is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team and contribute to the community. They offer a supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance, great benefits, and opportunities for growth and development. The culture emphasizes teamwork, making a difference, and connecting people within the community. This role is crucial in overseeing communications, community relations, social media, grant development, fundraising, and sponsorship programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Marketing, Communication, or other closely related field, plus two (2) years of directly related experience; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program.
Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position.
Will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing.
May be subject to post-accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of social media strategy and management
Knowledge of public and media relations techniques and methodologies
Knowledge of technical writing and editing, including AP and Chicago style guides
Knowledge of interpersonal communication techniques
Knowledge of basic principles of graphic design, printing, and broadcast media and advertising
Knowledge of grant writing and grant management (preparation and monitoring full application cycle)
Knowledge of customer service skills
Knowledge of fundraising techniques and best practices
Knowledge of donor database management
Confident in public speaking while facing the camera
Work with computer software related to job specific duties (MS Office, Canva, Adobe, etc.)
Organize workloads and prioritize tasks to adhere to deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to develop relationships and communicate will all levels of staff, community, and business partners
Understand, implement, and follow policies and procedures
Flexibility with assignments, environments, and co-workers
Professionally represent organization both externally and internally
Manage several projects simultaneously
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Responsibilities

Assists in the development and implementation of communication strategies and social media, creating and curating compelling content.
Coordinates press releases, stakeholder communications, and prepares live on camera interviews to announce public information regarding the agency.
Assists with short- and long-term division planning and program implementation.
Supports the execution of strategic communications, public relations, marketing, and branding initiatives for the division.
Creates design and artwork for diverse purposes, including program materials, advertising, events, and informational content.
Serves as primary point of contact for inquiries from media representatives, stakeholders, and community members.
Maintains and updates agency websites with current information while understanding backend systems for content management and updates.
Markets, engages, and secures financial gifts, donations, and in-kind contributions from prospective and existing donors.
Researches and identifies new government, corporate, foundation, and private funding prospects.
Plans for the annual gala and other fundraising events.
Solicits sponsorships and in-kind donations to support fundraising events.
Writes, edits and formats grants, proposals, reports, and other funding correspondence.
Ensures compliance with all grant fulfillments and reporting as required by donor organization.
Oversees the donor database and nurtures relationships, ensuring consistent recognition of donors through donor acknowledgment program.
Manages Gala and event expenses ensuring expenditures remain within designated targets.
Records and monitors incoming and outgoing monetary donations as well as in-kind contributions.