Social Media Coordinator
Catholic Diocese of Peoria, Peoria, IL, United States
Position Type:
Curia/Support
Date Posted:
2/25/2026
Location:
Curia
Closing Date:
04/25/2026
Job Title: Social Media Coordinator
Location: Diocese of Peoria, Spalding Pastoral Center
Reports to: Director, Office of Communications
Job Type: Full-time
The Office of Communications is seeking a creative and mission-driven Social Media Coordinator to manage and grow the Diocese's social media presence. This role is responsible for developing, creating, and scheduling engaging content across our diocesan social media platforms in alignment with our brand, voice, and messaging priorities.
About the Role
The Social Media Coordinator (SMC) fosters meaningful digital engagement, monitors platform analytics, and provides regular performance reports to inform strategy. The SMC plays a key role in executing and refining the Diocese's social media strategy, ensuring timely, accurate, and mission-centered communication. As a collaborative member of the Communications Team, the SMC works closely with diocesan departments, parishes, and ministries to amplify stories, promote initiatives, and strengthen our online community.
What You Will Do
Develop, write, design, publish, and schedule daily content for the CDOP & Bishop Louis Tylka social media accounts
Create graphics, short-form videos, reels, and other multimedia content
Maintain a content calendar that aligns with broader Communication campaigns
Assist at Diocesan events and travel locally with Bishop Lou for photography and content development
Coordinate photography and content for events that are not local when necessary
Manage engagement: respond to comments, messages, and inquiries, and foster community and social media engagement
Share content curated by our Parishes and other Diocesan partners across all CDOP channels as needed
Manage, track, and report on analytics; implement a strategy to increase reach, engagement, and audience growth
Identify trends, emerging platforms, and opportunities to expand digital presence
Collaborate with diocesan departments, parishes, ministries, and leadership to promote events, initiatives, and stories
Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of the Diocese and the Office of Communications
What You Need Associate's degree or higher in communication, graphic design, or a related field.
2-3 years of experience and success with social media management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone for various audiences and platforms
Working knowledge of social media platforms and publishing tools
Proficiency or working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, etc.)
Experience with audio and video editing tools ( iMovie, GarageBand, or similar applications)
Basic photography and videography skills, including recording and editing short-form digital content
Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and social media accounts simultaneously
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage comfortably with clergy, parish staff, and community members at events
Demonstrated ability of effective collaboration with a team environment
Ability to analyze basic social media metrics and apply insights to improve engagement and performance
Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling sensitive communications
Preferred Qualifications Basic photography and videography skills, including recording and editing short-form digital content
Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and social media accounts simultaneously
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage comfortably with clergy, parish staff, and community members at events
Demonstrated ability of effective collaboration with a team environment
Ability to analyze basic social media metrics and apply insights to improve engagement and performance
Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling sensitive communications
Physical and Work Requirements 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, M-F office hours with occasional travel, which may include nights and weekends
What You Will Get Our goal at The Catholic Diocese of Peoria is for you to have a rewarding career.
We value our employees and offer a Total Rewards package to support your overall well-being, including: Salary Range: $40,000 - $50,000 per year
Medical, dental, prescription, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy
Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Retirement Savings: 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions Long-term disability coverage
Life Insurance
How to Apply Submit your application through Applitrackby Friday, April 3, 2026
The Catholic Diocese of Peoria is committed to ensuring that all recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and other employment-related programs are provided fairly to all persons on an equal opportunity basis. As such, the Diocese prohibits discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation of any kind against an applicant or employee on the basis of their actual or perceived race or traits associated with race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, disability or association with a disabled person, military or veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, order of protection status, or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.
Curia/Support
Date Posted:
2/25/2026
Location:
Curia
Closing Date:
04/25/2026
Job Title: Social Media Coordinator
Location: Diocese of Peoria, Spalding Pastoral Center
Reports to: Director, Office of Communications
Job Type: Full-time
The Office of Communications is seeking a creative and mission-driven Social Media Coordinator to manage and grow the Diocese's social media presence. This role is responsible for developing, creating, and scheduling engaging content across our diocesan social media platforms in alignment with our brand, voice, and messaging priorities.
About the Role
The Social Media Coordinator (SMC) fosters meaningful digital engagement, monitors platform analytics, and provides regular performance reports to inform strategy. The SMC plays a key role in executing and refining the Diocese's social media strategy, ensuring timely, accurate, and mission-centered communication. As a collaborative member of the Communications Team, the SMC works closely with diocesan departments, parishes, and ministries to amplify stories, promote initiatives, and strengthen our online community.
What You Will Do
Develop, write, design, publish, and schedule daily content for the CDOP & Bishop Louis Tylka social media accounts
Create graphics, short-form videos, reels, and other multimedia content
Maintain a content calendar that aligns with broader Communication campaigns
Assist at Diocesan events and travel locally with Bishop Lou for photography and content development
Coordinate photography and content for events that are not local when necessary
Manage engagement: respond to comments, messages, and inquiries, and foster community and social media engagement
Share content curated by our Parishes and other Diocesan partners across all CDOP channels as needed
Manage, track, and report on analytics; implement a strategy to increase reach, engagement, and audience growth
Identify trends, emerging platforms, and opportunities to expand digital presence
Collaborate with diocesan departments, parishes, ministries, and leadership to promote events, initiatives, and stories
Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of the Diocese and the Office of Communications
What You Need Associate's degree or higher in communication, graphic design, or a related field.
2-3 years of experience and success with social media management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone for various audiences and platforms
Working knowledge of social media platforms and publishing tools
Proficiency or working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, etc.)
Experience with audio and video editing tools ( iMovie, GarageBand, or similar applications)
Basic photography and videography skills, including recording and editing short-form digital content
Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and social media accounts simultaneously
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage comfortably with clergy, parish staff, and community members at events
Demonstrated ability of effective collaboration with a team environment
Ability to analyze basic social media metrics and apply insights to improve engagement and performance
Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling sensitive communications
Preferred Qualifications Basic photography and videography skills, including recording and editing short-form digital content
Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and social media accounts simultaneously
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage comfortably with clergy, parish staff, and community members at events
Demonstrated ability of effective collaboration with a team environment
Ability to analyze basic social media metrics and apply insights to improve engagement and performance
Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling sensitive communications
Physical and Work Requirements 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, M-F office hours with occasional travel, which may include nights and weekends
What You Will Get Our goal at The Catholic Diocese of Peoria is for you to have a rewarding career.
We value our employees and offer a Total Rewards package to support your overall well-being, including: Salary Range: $40,000 - $50,000 per year
Medical, dental, prescription, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy
Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Retirement Savings: 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions Long-term disability coverage
Life Insurance
How to Apply Submit your application through Applitrackby Friday, April 3, 2026
The Catholic Diocese of Peoria is committed to ensuring that all recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and other employment-related programs are provided fairly to all persons on an equal opportunity basis. As such, the Diocese prohibits discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation of any kind against an applicant or employee on the basis of their actual or perceived race or traits associated with race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, disability or association with a disabled person, military or veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, order of protection status, or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.