Social Media Coordinator

Closing Date: 04/03/2026

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.

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.

• 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

• 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, Garage Band, 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

• 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

• 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, M-F office hours with occasional travel, which may include nights and weekends

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