Grant & Marketing Communications Coordinator | WERMEC

$48,743 - $73,114/Yr

Washington State University - Spokane, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Spokane, WA

Educational Services

About the position

The Grant & Marketing Communications Coordinator at WSU Extension is responsible for executing marketing and promotional activities, managing web content, and overseeing administrative and fiscal tasks related to the Western Extension Risk Management Education Center's competitive grants program. This role involves communication with various stakeholders, development of promotional materials, and budget administration, ensuring effective outreach and program support across 13 western states.

Responsibilities

• Perform marketing and promotional work including promoting activities and programs.
• Coordinate, design, and oversee web and listserv layouts.
• Prepare brochures, press releases, and related promotional materials.
• Assist in developing web content and regularly communicate with internal and external constituencies.
• Administer the competitive grants program for the Western Extension Risk Management Education Center.
• Oversee budget administration related to sub-award invoicing processes and control.
• Gather information for projects using independent judgment and sensitivity.
• Contribute to the national Extension Risk Management Education communications plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, public relations, communications, or related field.
• Three years of professional level experience in marketing, promotional, or related work.
• Experience coordinating graphic design and web programming for outreach.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel within targeted counties.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with occasional night and weekend shifts.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the agricultural industry.
• Experience planning, writing, and formatting email marketing and outreach.
• Knowledge of USDA agencies and programs.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with varying levels of responsibility.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and Workday.
• Experience in higher education or local/state agency.

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance for employees and dependents
• Retirement and deferred compensation options
• Optional supplemental retirement accounts