The Marketing Coordinator performs professional work developing and implementing communication, public relations, and marketing strategies to promote and expand public participation in recreational and cultural programs and activities. Work involves conceptualizing marketing and promotional plans for designated programs; producing and managing content on the department’s website and social media platforms; writing and designing print and digital marketing materials including brochures, flyers, advertisements, newsletters, and signage; representing the department in community events; engaging corporate sponsorships to support special events and programs; and managing the budget and procurement processes for marketing activities. This position involves frequent weekend and evening hours reflecting the department’s program activities.

Examples of Duties:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must:

• Have bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Marketing, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Recreation Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Have a valid driver’s license in the state of North Carolina
• Be proficient with Desktop Publishing (Adobe Creative Suites) and MS Office.
• Have a CPR and/or First Aid certification or be able to obtain within 6 months, training will be provided for the selected candidate if needed.

Three (3) or more years of experience in planning, marketing, promotions, graphic design, website management, sponsorships, and advertisements related to special events and recreation programming strongly preferred.

Additional Information:

The salary range shown is the hiring range. The starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate's skills and qualifications.

Initial interviews may be conducted before the application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employer