Marketing & Communications Specialist

Description
The Marketing & Communications Specialist plays a central role in ensuring CHRIS 180’s marketing and communications efforts are organized, aligned, and effective. This role leads marketing project management and workflow coordination across the organization while also supporting the development of clear, consistent, and mission-driven communications.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives on organization and collaboration, brings strong attention to detail, and can balance execution with thoughtful communication. The Specialist ensures projects move forward efficiently while helping shape messaging that reflects CHRIS 180’s voice, values, and commitment to serving children, youth, and families.

30% Project Management | Workflow Coordination | Cross-functional collaboration

Manage day-to-day marketing and communications projects from intake through completion

Develop and maintain project timelines, ensuring deadlines are met across internal teams and agency partners

Track deliverables across campaigns, events, and ongoing communications

Identify risks, bottlenecks, or competing priorities and proactively recommend solutions

Maintain organized systems for project tracking (e.g., Monday.com, Microsoft teams, or similar tools)

30% Communications & Content Coordination

Contribute to the development of clear communications that reflect CHRIS 180’s voice and values

Capture content for photo/video content for digital storytelling across all platforms

Draft and edit content across channels, including email campaigns, newsletters, event communications, and internal messaging

Support the planning and execution of integrated content calendars (social media, email, campaigns)

Ensure messaging is accurate, consistent, and accessible for diverse audiences

Collaborate with program teams to translate complex information into clear, audience-centered content

Review content for clarity, tone, and alignment with brand standards before distribution

15% Project Intake & Internal Coordination

Serve as the primary point of contact for marketing requests across the organization

Lead a structured intake process to gather clear goals, audience, timelines, and required assets

Help internal teams clarify and refine requests to ensure alignment with organizational priorities

Prioritize requests in partnership with the Marketing & Communications Director

Ensure all projects are properly scoped, and delivery expectations are clear before moving into execution

10% Agency & Vendor Coordination

Act as a day-to-day liaison between CHRIS 180 and external contractors/agency partners

Ensure contracted/agency partners have clear briefs, timelines, and feedback

Track agency deliverables and ensure quality and consistency

Support the Director in managing workflow and expectations

15% Administrative & Organizational Support

Maintain organized files, templates, and asset libraries

Document processes and improve systems for efficiency and consistency

Support meeting coordination, agendas, and follow-ups related to marketing initiatives

Assist with reporting preparation and performance tracking

TOTAL REWARDS for CHRIS 180

Competitive Salary

Competitive 403 (b) benefit defined contribution plan

Healthcare insurance options including HMO or PPO

Dental and vision insurance options

Short term disability paid by CHRIS 180

Basic life insurance 1x times your salary

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

11 paid holidays

PTO

Discounted college tuition for select colleges and universities

Hybrid/ in-office schedule based on department needs

Requirements

A minimum of an associate’s degree required in either Marketing, Communications, Project Management, Business

A minimum of 3 years of experience in marketing, communications, or project management

Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail

Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience working with cross-functional teams and external partners

Familiarity with Canva, adobe creative suite and project management tools (Asana, Teams, Monday.com, Trello, etc.)

Experience in nonprofit, social services, or mission-driven organizations preferred

Core Competencies

Organization & Accountability: Keeps projects moving and details on track

Clear Communication: Translates needs into actionable plans

Collaboration: Works effectively across teams and with external partners

Problem Solving: Anticipates challenges and offers solutions

Adaptability: Manages shifting priorities with professionalism

Emotional Intelligence: Communicates with empathy and respect

Schedule
Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm (Hybrid)

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

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