Communications Coordinator

Overview

The Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS (GCAAR), one of the nation’s largest local real estate associations serving more than 11,000 members, is looking for a creative and detail-oriented content marketing whiz to fill our communications coordinator role. Our desired candidate is adept at writing for multiple channels and publishing brief, compelling content efficiently and accurately for email, website, social media and print communications.

A background and interest in graphic design is a bonus!

Reporting to the communications manager, the role will be an integral part of the Communications team. This position is required to be in the Rockville, MD office 1-2 days per week.

• Write copy for newsletters/emails and social media
• Format newsletters and emails
• Create monthly social media plan and schedule posts
• Monitor social media accounts, repost stories and respond to DMs/comments
• Update GCAAR website, other GCAAR communications channels
• Compile monthly digital analytics and email bounce reports
• Design graphics and create/update flyers and other print collateral using Canva
• Keep collateral in public areas up to date

• Monitor departmental email inbox
• Assist with event logistics (as needed) and attend events, including some in the evenings
• Assist with ordering collateral and production of publications, including mailings, and manage mailing lists, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

• Excellent writing, editing and communication skills (a writing test will be required)
• Experience in posting to social media sites (Instagram, Facebook, Linked In, You Tube and X) and in using email marketing tools and website content management systems (CMS)
• Ability to balance multiple, time-sensitive assignments simultaneously and exercise sound judgment
• Self-motivated, organized and highly resourceful team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience with graphic design and ability to create graphics that support content
• Familiarity with/hands-on experience writing in Associated Press (AP) style

• Four-year degree from an accredited college or university in communications, journalism, public relations or marketing
• One to three years of related work experience

Applicants cannot hold an active real estate license. If you want to be considered for employment, you would have to put the license on “Inactive” status prior to employment.

Please include a cover letter and salary expectations when you apply.