CENTRALINA COUNCIL-GOVERNMENT
Centralina is Hiring: Communications Administrator
CENTRALINA COUNCIL-GOVERNMENT, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Centralina is Hiring: Communications Administrator
October 23, 2025
Be part of a creative team in a dynamic & diverse region!
Who We Seek:
A Communications Administrator is needed to coordinate department and/or program/grant-specific communications and outreach initiatives, oversee social media, website content, apps, etc. and help to develop content and strategies for outreach, promotional and educational materials, including the Centralina annual report. Must be well‑organized and able to work collaboratively with cross‑departmental teams and have a strong communications and marketing background.
Our Organization:
Centralina Regional Council is an innovative regional planning agency located in Charlotte, NC with a membership that includes 60+ local governments throughout the Greater Charlotte Region. Centralina works with individual communities and leads major projects that transcend local and regional boundaries. Our mission is to lead regional collaboration and spark local action to expand opportunity and improve quality of life. Learn more about our work at www.centralina.org.
The Centralina Team:
Centralina strives to provide an inclusive, creative and supportive work environment for its employees. Centralina’s staff of nearly 50 individuals serve as subject‑matter experts to ensure our organization is able to meet critical business needs and is responsive to the needs of those that need our help the most. Centralina’s staff of friendly, talented and professional individuals helps ensure Centralina remains a trusted source of data and analysis that informs decision makers and calls attention to important trends. Centralina is a great place to work, learn and grow in your career.
Centralina offers its employees an excellent benefits package including membership in the NC Local Government Retirement System, 401k, medical, dental, vision and flexible benefits programs.
Description of the Work:
Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Supporting the assigned program(s) to develop and implement tactical marketing communications projects and provides a variety of specialized activities for Centralina programs, boards, committees, activities and initiatives.
Developing a variety of print and digital outreach materials including flyers, brochures, banners, fact sheets, event invitations, etc. as needed.
Preparing a distribution plan for these materials utilizing established communication channels such as social media, websites and e-newsletters.
Overseeing the development and maintenance of electronic communications channels including organization websites and social media.
Managing event promotion and digital outreach including push emails and our monthly e-newsletter.
Overseeing the communications planning calendar and our event management system and managing relationships with associated vendors.
Working with Centralina staff and external stakeholders to write and edit success story articles to market assigned program areas and/or the organization.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
include but are not limited to:
Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills, considerable attention to detail and the ability to multitask and manage multiple and simultaneous priorities.
Must demonstrate the ability to comprehend and transform sometimes complex information into clear, concise, useful and exciting messages.
Must possess strong, creative problem‑solving skills including the ability to apply sound judgment and innovative ideas to meet challenges.
Ability to change priorities quickly while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
Familiarity with content management systems such as WordPress.
Knowledge of social media trends and scheduling software such as Loomly.
Familiarity with Adobe and MS Office 365 Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, InDesign and Illustrator.
Familiarity with video editing software.
Strong project management and time management skills.
Knowledge of AP style and principles of grammar and usage.
Ability to work within a team and take independent initiative.
Familiarity with brand implementation and brand compliance through established communications channels.
Minimum Experience at a Glance:
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, business communications/marketing or related field and 5 to 7 year’s experience in marketing and public outreach/education. Video editing and graphic design experience is desired but not required. Local government experience preferred. Hiring Salary: $60K – $65K depending on experience with excellent benefits including NC Local Government Retirement System, 401k, medical, dental, vision, etc.
Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license and have the ability to lift 10 pounds of force occasionally and possess the visual acuity to prepare data, proof work, and do extensive reading.
How to Apply:
Interested individuals are encouraged to send a résumé and cover letter when applying to admin@centralina.org. Deadline: Open until filled with rolling interviews. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early. EOE.
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Be part of a creative team in a dynamic & diverse region!
Who We Seek:
A Communications Administrator is needed to coordinate department and/or program/grant-specific communications and outreach initiatives, oversee social media, website content, apps, etc. and help to develop content and strategies for outreach, promotional and educational materials, including the Centralina annual report. Must be well‑organized and able to work collaboratively with cross‑departmental teams and have a strong communications and marketing background.
Our Organization:
Centralina Regional Council is an innovative regional planning agency located in Charlotte, NC with a membership that includes 60+ local governments throughout the Greater Charlotte Region. Centralina works with individual communities and leads major projects that transcend local and regional boundaries. Our mission is to lead regional collaboration and spark local action to expand opportunity and improve quality of life. Learn more about our work at www.centralina.org.
The Centralina Team:
Centralina strives to provide an inclusive, creative and supportive work environment for its employees. Centralina’s staff of nearly 50 individuals serve as subject‑matter experts to ensure our organization is able to meet critical business needs and is responsive to the needs of those that need our help the most. Centralina’s staff of friendly, talented and professional individuals helps ensure Centralina remains a trusted source of data and analysis that informs decision makers and calls attention to important trends. Centralina is a great place to work, learn and grow in your career.
Centralina offers its employees an excellent benefits package including membership in the NC Local Government Retirement System, 401k, medical, dental, vision and flexible benefits programs.
Description of the Work:
Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Supporting the assigned program(s) to develop and implement tactical marketing communications projects and provides a variety of specialized activities for Centralina programs, boards, committees, activities and initiatives.
Developing a variety of print and digital outreach materials including flyers, brochures, banners, fact sheets, event invitations, etc. as needed.
Preparing a distribution plan for these materials utilizing established communication channels such as social media, websites and e-newsletters.
Overseeing the development and maintenance of electronic communications channels including organization websites and social media.
Managing event promotion and digital outreach including push emails and our monthly e-newsletter.
Overseeing the communications planning calendar and our event management system and managing relationships with associated vendors.
Working with Centralina staff and external stakeholders to write and edit success story articles to market assigned program areas and/or the organization.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
include but are not limited to:
Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills, considerable attention to detail and the ability to multitask and manage multiple and simultaneous priorities.
Must demonstrate the ability to comprehend and transform sometimes complex information into clear, concise, useful and exciting messages.
Must possess strong, creative problem‑solving skills including the ability to apply sound judgment and innovative ideas to meet challenges.
Ability to change priorities quickly while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
Familiarity with content management systems such as WordPress.
Knowledge of social media trends and scheduling software such as Loomly.
Familiarity with Adobe and MS Office 365 Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, InDesign and Illustrator.
Familiarity with video editing software.
Strong project management and time management skills.
Knowledge of AP style and principles of grammar and usage.
Ability to work within a team and take independent initiative.
Familiarity with brand implementation and brand compliance through established communications channels.
Minimum Experience at a Glance:
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, business communications/marketing or related field and 5 to 7 year’s experience in marketing and public outreach/education. Video editing and graphic design experience is desired but not required. Local government experience preferred. Hiring Salary: $60K – $65K depending on experience with excellent benefits including NC Local Government Retirement System, 401k, medical, dental, vision, etc.
Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license and have the ability to lift 10 pounds of force occasionally and possess the visual acuity to prepare data, proof work, and do extensive reading.
How to Apply:
Interested individuals are encouraged to send a résumé and cover letter when applying to admin@centralina.org. Deadline: Open until filled with rolling interviews. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early. EOE.
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