Communications Specialist

Communications Specialist


We are looking for someone with a can-do attitude who is innovative, resourceful, energetic, and passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children and families.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and create content for newsletters, website updates, social media, email campaigns, and other communication channels.
• Promote the Coalition's programs, services, and community impact through strategic communications and outreach efforts.
• Identify and participate in community events and opportunities that increase awareness of the Coalition.
• Develop presentations and communication materials tailored to families, community partners, and stakeholders.
• Monitor engagement metrics and use data insights to improve outreach and family participation.
• Assist with the design and development of marketing, outreach, and awareness materials.
• Support updates and content management for the Coalition's website using WordPress.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all platforms.

Education and Experience

• Associate's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Early Childhood Education, or a related field required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in communications, marketing, community outreach, customer service, or a related field preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Experience with social media, website content management, and digital communications preferred.
• Experience with WordPress, graphic design, or email marketing platforms is a plus.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Background Checks

Employment in this position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining satisfactory:

Verification of Required Education and/or Credentials

• Level II Background Check
• Drug Screen
• Valid Florida Driver License
• Valid Automobile Insurance - if applicable
• Access to Reliable Transportation - if applicable
• E-Verify
• High Speed Internet Access that can be maintained daily, with at least 50Mbps when working in a secure home location.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION WILL BE MADE FOR OTHERWISE QUALIFIED INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY.

Benefits Offered


Our compensation package includes the following options (these details are for information purposes and are subject to any policy or plan changes):
• Eligibility for health and dental coverage, 401(k) plan and flexible spending accounts, subject to plan terms
• Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance and short-term disability, subject to applicable waiting periods
• Paid time off (PTO) earned on an accrual basis
• Company-paid holidays
• Eligibility to participate in the company incentive bonus program, subject to the terms and conditions specified in the incentive bonus plan document and approval by the Board of Directors

Job offers are contingent upon any or all of the following:
• Completion of a satisfactory Level 2 background check
• Passing a drug test
• Satisfactory reference checks
• Documentation of highest level of education completed
• Completion of all onboarding documents including, but not limited to ELCNWF employment application and execution of an employment/noncompete/confidentiality agreement


Job Type: Full-Time

Closing Date: Open until filled


Salary Range: $20-$25 hourly


COVID-19 considerations: Initial interviews may be conducted virtually.


Early Learning Coalition of Northwest Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace