Marketing & Community Coordinator

Are you a highly organized professional who thrives on keeping projects, events, and teams running smoothly behind the scenes? Do you enjoy coordinating details, solving problems, and ensuring people have what they need to be successful? IdeaTek is looking for a Marketing & Community Coordinator to support our Marketing and Community teams through a variety of administrative, logistical, and event‑coordination activities. In this role you will be the go‑to person for ensuring community events, sponsorship initiatives, employee engagement activities, and marketing campaigns have the supplies, support, and coordination they need to succeed. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their work, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and takes pride in keeping people, projects, and materials organized. This position is a hybrid opportunity. You will work from both our Buhler and Wichita offices, with occasional remote work and travel to events and other locations as needed. Candidates should expect to work on‑site a minimum of 2–3 days per week and occasionally support evening or weekend events. A Day in the Life You'll start your day reviewing event timelines, sponsorship requests, supply inventories, and marketing material needs. One morning may be spent coordinating logistics for an upcoming community event, while the afternoon involves preparing marketing materials for field teams, scheduling meetings, or assisting with employee engagement activities. No two days are exactly alike. You'll work closely with Marketing, Community Relations, and other departments to ensure projects move forward, materials arrive on time, events run smoothly, and employees feel supported. Throughout it all, you'll serve as a key connector between teams, helping to turn ideas into action. What You’ll Do Coordinate logistics for community events, parades, information meetings, celebrations, and sponsorship activities Organize event materials including promotional items, branded apparel, banners, giveaways, tablecloths, and other supplies Support event planning activities including volunteer coordination, event communication, preparation meetings, logistics management, and post‑event debriefs Manage incoming donation and sponsorship requests, including evaluation support, form submission, tracking, and follow‑up Coordinate the preparation, packaging, shipping, and delivery of marketing materials to field teams and remote employees Manage marketing‑related mail, including prizes, awards, employee appreciation items, and promotional materials Maintain inventory and organization of marketing materials, brochures, flyers, apparel, and promotional items Keep sales and marketing inventory areas organized, stocked, and readily accessible Support scheduling, meeting coordination, presentation preparation, and administrative correspondence Assist with employee engagement initiatives, internal events, and company culture activities Capture, organize, and report event participation statistics and community engagement data Serve as a liaison between the Community Relations and Marketing teams to ensure alignment and communication Coordinate print orders and vendor relationships, including tracking budgets, delivery timelines, and material distribution Provide backup support for office operations, including mail handling and ordering office snacks and beverages Assist with process improvements that increase efficiency, organization, and overall team effectiveness Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting marketing, community engagement, or public relations initiatives Experience coordinating vendors, sponsorships, or community events Prior experience in the telecommunications industry Experience tracking budgets, invoices, or event‑related expenses Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related field Desired Attributes Highly organized – create structure, manage details, and keep projects on track Proactive – anticipate needs and take initiative without being asked Adaptable – pivot quickly as priorities change and new opportunities emerge Collaborative – support others and build strong working relationships Resourceful – find solutions and remain calm when challenges arise Efficient – have a strong sense of urgency and continuously look for ways to improve processes Dependable – team members know they can count on you to follow through Why Join IdeaTek? IdeaTek is a cutting‑edge telecommunications company dedicated to bringing fast, reliable internet to underserved communities. We are a passionate team of innovators and problem‑solvers committed to making a difference in the lives of our customers. At IdeaTek, we value our employees and foster a culture of collaboration, growth, and community involvement. Competitive base pay Medical, dental, vision, life, and 401(k) with match Free coaching and counseling for employees and families Free internet service (if available) or internet reimbursement Tuition reimbursement for personal and professional growth Community engagement and volunteer opportunities Culture that values results, effort, and integrity Our Core Values Trustworthy – build confidence through transparency, follow‑through, and dependability Big Thinkers – imagine the future, create it with bold, actionable ideas Resilient Spirit – embrace challenges, bounce back from setbacks, and keep striving for more Belief – everyone deserves access to technology that helps them learn, grow, and thrive Connectedness – build real connections within our team and communities Innovation – always look for ways to improve and redefine what’s possible Ready to Apply? If you’re ready to make an impact and help support the events, partnerships, and initiatives that connect our communities, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today! This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship or relocation. Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience. Equal Opportunity Employer. Requirements What We’re Looking For High school diploma or equivalent 2+ years of experience in administrative support, event coordination, scheduling, project coordination, or a related role Experience coordinating meetings, events, conferences, lunches, or similar activities Strong organizational and time‑management skills Excellent attention to detail and follow‑through Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and competing priorities Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, calendars, and collaboration tools Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new systems quickly Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with others Ability to travel between Wichita, Buhler, and other event locations as needed #J-18808-Ljbffr