Communications Coordinator III

Job#: 3017261

Job Description:

Role: Lead Communications Coordinator

Rate: 37/hr W2

Location: Austin, TX (78744)

Contract Duration: Long Term W2 Contract

Develops strategic campaigns that drive engagement, elevate brand presence, and support key organizational initiatives. Leads social media efforts to promote the Division's strategy, work efforts and accomplishments. This role requires an IT background to ensure technical alignment and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Strategy & Execution

o Build out, implement, and manage a comprehensive social media strategy.

o Develop and deliver creative assets (posts, graphics, videos) that align with organizational objectives.

o Monitor engagement trends and adjust strategies to maximize impact.

Communication Campaigns

o Plan and execute targeted communication campaigns around major implementations, initiatives, and organizational changes.

o Ensure messaging consistency across all platforms and mediums.

Brand Management

o Maintain and reinforce brand identity through all communications.

o Review newsletters, press releases, and other materials for consistent messaging and branding.

o Identify photo and media opportunities to enhance visibility.

Strategic Planning & Evaluation

o Create, implement, and evaluate communication strategies aligned with the organization's strategic plan.

o Set measurable goals and monitor effectiveness using analytics and market research.

o Stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies.

Accessibility & Compliance

o Understand and apply EIR Accessibility requirements throughout the project lifecycle (planning, design, development, testing).

o Ensure resources and processes are in place to meet accessibility standards

Requirements

8 years or more of experience as a Marketing Communications Coordinator.

Minimum of 3 years of experience with external documents such as newsletters or demonstrated equivalent of writing and publishing design skills; public relations, marketing, targeted marketing, especially social media, promotional marketing, lead nurturing, marketing automation tools, and web analytics for any agency.

Excellent understanding of email marketing concepts and metrics such as Sender Score, deliverability, and sender reputation.

Min 2 years of experience in email marketing and marketing automation technology.

Highly analytical and able to derive meaning from data through A/B testing and email and landing page optimization.

Demonstrated intermediate experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher and PowerPoint; Access, and report-writer and/or Adobe Creative Suite experience preferred.

Knowledge of Associated Press Style.

Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Communications, Organizational Change Management or related field.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.