Advancement Communications Coordinator

Coe College seeks qualified candidates for the position of Advancement Communications Coordinator. The Communications Coordinator supports the goals of the Coe College Advancement Office and is the department’s primary communications liaison. The role entails scheduling, implementing, and reviewing the overall Advancement communications plan and calendar, while working closely with all members of the Advancement Office to develop and execute content strategies.

Responsibilities include ensuring all deadlines are met, content is accurate, and details are meticulously handled.

• Collaborate with all members of the Advancement Office to document and maintain the annual communications calendar, ensuring appropriate integration and timing of Advancement communication materials across all media.
• Develop content plans, gather information, draft articles and profiles for distribution in the monthly e‑newsletter, and provide follow‑up tracking and reporting.
• Serve as the Advancement Office’s project manager and liaison to the Marketing Office for communication and design projects, from initial idea to final product.
• Write and edit content for the President, including external letters and other pieces as needed and requested.
• Manage the Coe Alumni social media networks, maintaining a posting schedule coordinated with the overall college social media channels.
• Collaborate regularly with Alumni Engagement and Annual Fund to review, proofread, and edit content, serving as a quality‑control resource to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency in voice, and alignment with Advancement messaging and goals.
• Partner with Advancement and Marketing colleagues to produce the Courier magazine three times a year, contributing across all stages of ideation, content development, and proofing.
• Develop landing pages and microsites to support Advancement communications, campaigns, and engagement efforts.
• Support events and programs through preparation, coordination, and on‑site assistance as a member of the Alumni Engagement team.
• Help build and maintain a collection of stories featuring alumni, students, faculty, and staff for use across Advancement communications.

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• A minimum of 2–4 years of experience in communications/writing, project management, or a related field.
• Proficient in computer skills and Microsoft applications, with a working knowledge of social media platforms such as Facebook and Linked In.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
• Successful completion of a background check in accordance with Coe College policy.

• Strong communication, project management and organizational skills.
• Strong commitment to working collaboratively within a high‑performance team, with demonstrated ability to collaborate with team members and other offices and provide excellent follow‑through on projects.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and balance multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proven ability to write efficiently and with skill.

• Dedication to the educational mission of a private, residential liberal arts college.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships in a collaborative and diverse team atmosphere.
• Commitment to excellent customer and/or student service.
• Demonstrated ethical and responsible decision making.
• Consistent attendance and accountability necessary to meet position objectives.

• Typical office setting – stationary for several hours at a time.

Coe College is an equal opportunity employer.