Marketing and Communications Coordinator

About this role

Job Description The Indian River State College is seeking a creative and motivated Marketing & Communications Coordinator to support marketing, outreach, and engagement efforts that connect donors, alumni, and the community with the life-changing opportunities made possible by philanthropy. From crafting compelling communications and social media content to supporting fundraising campaigns and special events, this role is instrumental in telling the stories behind student success and community impact.

Join a collaborative team dedicated to advancing educational opportunities and strengthening connections throughout the communities we serve. About Us Indian River State College is a leading public institution on Florida’s Treasure Coast, serving students across multiple campuses in four counties. We are committed to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, offering associate and bachelor’s degrees, workforce training, and continuing education programs that meet the needs of our region.

At The River , we believe every student’s and every employee’s story matters. We value the diverse perspectives, experiences, and talents that come together across our campuses, creating a learning environment and workplace that is supportive, inclusive, and inspiring.

With flexible learning options online, on campus, and hybrid, we meet students where they are and prepare them for real-world success. Programs like the Promise Program expand access by providing eligible students with tuition-free opportunities, ensuring every learner has the chance to thrive.

Why Join The River When you join Indian River State College, you become part of a collaborative and mission-driven community where your work makes a meaningful impact. Here, your role is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to shape futures, support student success, and contribute to a college that is changing lives every day.

What We Offer We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional growth of our employees through a comprehensive and competitive benefits package: • Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; supplemental plans; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Affordable Coverage: PPO and HMO options starting at approximately $50/month for individual coverage and $180/month for family coverage • Retirement Security: Florida Retirement System (FRS) participation, plus optional tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans • Work-Life Balance: Generous paid vacation, personal, and sick leave • Perks & Discounts: Reduced rates on services and access to local attraction discounts • Growth & Development: Professional development opportunities, leadership training, and career advancement pathways

JOB SUMMARY: Under general supervision, this position coordinates marketing, communications, and promotional activities that support the mission of the Indian River State College Foundation. The Marketing & Communications Coordinator coordinates with marketing department, graphic designers, web designers and other vendors to develops and distributes marketing materials, coordinates digital communications, assists with fundraising campaigns and special events, and helps communicate the impact of philanthropy to donors, alumni, and the community. Working collaboratively with Foundation staff, College departments, and external vendors, this position manages multiple marketing projects simultaneously while ensuring consistent branding, timely communications, and high-quality deliverables that support fundraising and donor engagement.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Coordinate marketing and communications projects from concept through completion while managing multiple deadlines. • Develop, edit, and distribute newsletters, donor communications, email campaigns, brochures, event materials, presentations, and other Foundation publications. • Create and schedule content for Foundation social media platforms and assist with digital engagement initiatives. • Update Foundation website content and coordinate website revisions as needed. • Assist with the planning, promotion, and execution of Foundation events, donor recognition activities, and fundraising campaigns. • Coordinate production of printed materials by working with vendors, printers, photographers, and graphic designers. • Gather stories, photographs, and content highlighting student success, donor impact, scholarships, and Foundation initiatives. • Maintain Foundation branding standards across marketing materials and communications. • Draft press releases, announcements, invitations, and promotional materials. • Utilize Asana to coordinate marketing calendars and communication schedules. • Work with Marketing to report on report basic marketing metrics including website traffic, email performance, and social media engagement. • Maintain marketing files, photo libraries, templates, and digital assets. • Collaborate with Foundation staff, College departments, alumni, and community partners to support Foundation initiatives. • Assist with budget tracking and invoice processing for marketing projects. • Complete other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Business, or a related field. • Three (3) years of professional marketing, communications, public relations, or related experience. Internship experience may be considered. • Excellent written, editing, and verbal communication skills. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. • Experience managing social media platforms for an organization. • Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar graphic design software preferred. • Experience with project management systems,

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