Title: MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS COORDINATOR State Role Title: PR & Mktg Spec II Hiring Range: $50,000 - $70,000 Pay Band: 4 Agency: Southwest VA Higher Educ Ctr Location: Southwest Va Higher Ed Center Agency Website: www.swcenter.edu/employment. Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center, a GREAT PLACE, doing GREAT THINGS, because of GREAT PEOPLE, is seeking applicants to fill a Marketing & Public Relations Coordinator position. This is a full-time/salaried positon with benefits. Examples of benefits provided include paid time off that includes 13 holidays, annual leave, sick and personal leave. Other leave may be available based on eligibility and includes parental leave, military leave, civil and work related leave, and school assistance and volunteer service leave. Membership in the Virginia Retirement System, access to medical, dental, vision and hearing insurance, along with prescription drug coverage. An employee assistance program is available, as are flexible spending accounts, premium rewards, and wellness programs. Group life and optional life insurance is also available. The Center also offers an educational assistance program that provides assistance for college/university tuition once program eligibility requirements are met. Employment may also qualify the employee to receive student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional benefit information is available at https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits ABOUT THE POSITION The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center is seeking a dynamic and creative Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator to join our team. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the primary point of contact for the Center's marketing and public relations objectives. The position is responsible for marketing support, social media and website management, content creation, media relations, and community engagement. The position works with key stakeholders and college, university, and facility partners to promote Center activity and programs. The position also serves as a liaison to local and regional media outlets to provide positive and informative messaging related to Center activity. The incumbent will also perform other related duties in the furtherance of the Center's educational mission. Minimum Qualifications * Considerable experience in marketing, public relations, communications, or a related field. * Experience writing, editing, and creating content along with graphic design. * Ability to craft compelling and informative written content in various formats (email copy, website content, brochures, social media posts, etc.). * Strong understanding of social media platforms and best practices. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Strong organizational and time management skills with special attention to detail. * Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Additional Considerations * Experience in video editing and production. * Experience in community engagement and public relations. * Proficiency in Canva Pro, Adobe Creative Suite or other video editing software. Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. * Finalists for this positon will be required to undergo a criminal history background check. * Valid driver's license required in order to travel to offsite events. * The incumbent must be able to work a variable schedule, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. You may apply for this position at jobs.virginia.gov. AMERICORPS, PEACE CORPS, AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. More information is also available at www.swcenter.edu/employment. State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:59 pm on the closing date through the Recruitment Management System (RMS). Applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the state application form, and or in resumes. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application, resume, or other relevant documents provided; therefore, it is essential for applicants to supply detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application/resume, or a state application/resume lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your RMS Account to check the status of your application for this position. Contact Information Name: Taris Harmon Phone: 804-225-2532 Email: taris.harmon@dhrm.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.