Project Coordinator (Marketing) – HigherEdJobs

Department: Marketing & Communications

Work Location: Main Campus

Duties

Under the direction of the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, the project coordinator coordinates the copywriting, editing, proofreading, production, distribution and other functions for college marketing projects; manages production schedules; sees a project through from intake to completion; and assigns work to project team members as appropriate.

The Project Coordinator is dedicated to the learning college concepts by developing programs and facilitating activities that enhance the collegiate environment, promote access to college programs and services, and support student success and lifelong learning.

• Intakes projects and provides college clients with input and guidance in regard to their marketing and communications needs, project requests and deliverables, and informs them of departmental procedures and college brand standards.
• Maintains and annually leads the update of the department’s branding and style guide.
• Utilizes editing and proofreading skills to review copy for publications, videos, webpages, advertisements, letters, signage, college documents, etc., as requested, and ensures continuity in messaging across platforms.
• Serves as the primary liaison between clients and the production team.
• Maintains project schedules and manages client expectations to ensure jobs can be completed with accuracy, on time and within budget.
• Runs the department’s project management solution by routinely reviewing processes, procedures and product features to ensure maximum effectiveness for all users; provides training as needed.
• Serves on institutional committees and task forces as requested.
• Coordinates activities of consultants and vendors on related projects.
• Manages Duplicating Services staff; makes recommendations and leads efforts for continuous process improvement within Duplicating Services.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree required; Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of related work experience required. Project Management, Marketing, Communications or related field preferred. Please ensure qualifications are represented in resume materials.

Qualifications

In addition to the above requirements, qualifications sought include:

• Ability to use project management software to move projects through to completion
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities; Ability to produce appropriate materials under deadlines successfully
• Work with writers, graphic designers, visual media team members and web staff, serving as a reliable and responsive liaison with college clients
• Ability to proofread publications and selected media projects
• Familiarity with Associated Press (AP) editorial style
• Knowledge of project management solutions and best practices for online collaboration
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; interpersonal skills and problem-solving ability
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, managers and others
• Knowledge of digital platforms and effective marketing communications/strategies, design concepts, large-scale print publications, direct mail and bidding processes is beneficial.

Hours

General Hours:
Monday through Thursday – 8:00 am to 5:15 pm
Friday – 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Salary/Wage

$60,370-$80,745

Hourly/Salary: Salaried

Benefits

ACMS (Administrative) Position

Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include:

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Life insurance, Optional life
• Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Tuition waiver
• SURS Retirement plan
• Vacation Days
• Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Personal days
• Bereavement days
• Tax-sheltered annuity plans

Visit these links to learn more about specific benefits for this position:
Benefit Highlights
Benefit Guide-Details

Posting Number: AP00510P

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit required materials and complete application at jobs.morainevalley.edu. Please do not use third party sites such as Indeed. Upon successful submission, you should receive a confirmation email. For assistance, contact hr@morainevalley.edu or 708-974-5704.

• Please complete the application with references and detailed employment history.
• Required: Resume, Cover Letter, Complete Application
• Upload materials requested. Certify and e-sign the application.