Marketing and Communications Specialist

$42,682 - $42,682/Yr

College of Lake County - Gages Lake, IL

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Gages Lake, IL

Educational Services

About the position

The College of Lake County Foundation is seeking a Marketing and Communications Specialist who will play a pivotal role in supporting fundraising and advancement activities. This position is essential for creating various fundraising and stewardship materials that support the Annual Giving, Alumni Relations Programs, and Restricted Scholarship Program. The Marketing and Communications Specialist will report directly to the Community Giving Manager and will collaborate closely with other CLC Foundation staff, faculty, and staff members, as well as select Foundation Board members, alumni, students, and community volunteers. The role requires a creative and organized individual who can manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively while maintaining a high standard of quality in all communications and marketing materials. In this position, the specialist will be responsible for planning and implementing content strategies across various social media platforms, managing multiple accounts, and ensuring brand consistency in all designs and communications. The role also involves logistical support for events, including organizing venue and vendor contracts, coordinating attendees, and preparing necessary materials for meetings and events. The Marketing and Communications Specialist will also be tasked with producing donor and scholarship reports, tracking the progress of events and projects, and analyzing fundraising performance to inform future strategies. This position is integral to the success of the College of Lake County Foundation's mission to enhance student success and community engagement through effective communication and marketing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement content strategies across social media platforms.
• Manage multiple social media platforms, including Facebook and LinkedIn.
• Create high-quality designs for multiple pieces per project and maintain brand consistency.
• Collaborate with external agencies and vendors as needed, managing the production process and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality design assets.
• Provide event logistical support, organizing venue and vendor contracts, attendees, and special guests.
• Schedule meetings, coordinate meeting logistics, prepare required meeting/event materials, and take detailed notes/minutes at meetings.
• Collect and prepare advancement materials under the direction of the Community Giving Manager and other CLC Foundation leadership.
• Produce requested donor and scholarship reports.
• Assist with the planning and execution of Foundation events.
• Track progress of event/project plans and budgets.
• Provide and analyze fundraising progress and performance reports leading to and following projects and events.
• Recruit and coordinate event volunteers before and during events.
• Assess volunteer needs and responsibilities and provide training and feedback to event leaders.
• Perform any and all other assigned duties in support of the mission and vision of the College of Lake County and the CLC Foundation.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or certificate in marketing, digital media design, graphic design, communications or a related field from an accredited college.
• Demonstrated knowledge, creativity and skill applicable to the position duties as reflected in a robust media portfolio, writing samples or other materials.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, active listening and written).
• Must be well-organized with superior attention to detail and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability and willingness to work nights and weekends as required for events.
• Proven ability to work effectively and constructively with persons of diverse cultures, language groups, and abilities.

Benefits

• BlueCross/BlueShield of Illinois Health insurance
• Delta Dental insurance
• Superior vision insurance
• Tuition support for employees and qualified family members
• Three retirement plans
• Disability insurance
• Group and supplemental life insurance
• Health and dependent care flexible spending account plans
• Generous vacation, sick and personal time off
• 13 paid holidays each year
• Compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays)