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Position Title: Communications Coordinator / Staff Position: PAID
Ministry Purpose:
The Communications Coordinator helps share Bluffton Presbyterian’s mission of Growing in Faith, Sharing God’s Love through our various communication channels. The individual should have a good understanding of the congregation, contributing their communication skillsets, expertise, and creativity while being collaborative and team oriented. This position is for one year with the possibility of re-hire for future years.
Primary Areas of Responsibility:
• Manage designs for electronic sign (to be installed February 2021) and associated request/ approval/ publishing process (approved sign policy is in place). • Create graphics and layout for the weekly congregation email. • Provide communications/graphics support and development to the congregation with guidance from the direct supervisor, Pastor and/or other church leaders.
Relationships and Indirect Position Responsibilities:
• Works with direct supervisor or Pastor for direct guidance and coordination of priorities and messaging intent. • Works with the Administrative Assistant who is responsible for managing the calendar and verifying the accuracy of information related to the church activities. • Works on any ad hoc materials upon request with a team of volunteers and staff responsible for bulletin boards, displays within the church, public website, social media, online videos/livestream, and monthly newsletter.
Pay Rate and Hours:
• Flexibility is afforded in the development of the weekly work schedule. Compensation is commensurate with education and experience with a range of $10-$20 an hour. Hours are variable based on need. However, initially forecasting 4-6 hours with the potential of up to 10 hours per week.
Job Description:
• Execute areas of responsibility. • Be polite, friendly and courteous. • Attend periodic worship services at Bluffton Presbyterian Church, as agreed. • Participate in periodic check-ins, as agreed with the direct supervisor or Pastor • Report to the direct supervisor or Pastor and Personnel Chairs, who will conduct employee performance reviews. • Communicate in advance, by phone to the direct supervisor or Pastor any absences. • In the case of last-minute illness or emergency, contact the direct supervisor or Pastor as soon as possible prior to the start of any event so other arrangements can be made.
Key Skillsets:
Ability to develop appealing, relevant, and concise messages that conveys the mission and activities of Bluffton Presbyterian Church. • Accountability • Time Management • Verbal and written communication skills • Organization • Process Oriented • Coordination and collaboration with others • Able to tailor messages to intended audiences
Requirements:
• Degree in communications, graphics design, marketing, or related field; or equivalent experience.• Must have access to any required graphics software.
• Willing to submit to background and drug screenings. • Criminal background checks and fingerprinting prior to employment and in some cases an FBI records check due to prior residences.
Church Support Provided to Communications Coordinator:
To create a cooperative working environment, we will: Provide periodic check-ins with the direct supervisor or Pastor. Immediately seek to rectify any problems that may arise.  Allow grievances to be taken to the direct supervisor or Pastor and Personnel committee.Compensate fairly. Welcome suggestions for how to improve our program. Provide further mutually agreed upon opportunities for growth and leadership. A periodic performance review shall be conducted by the direct supervisor or Pastor and Personnel committee. To apply for this position, please submit a resume with a cover letter and the names of 2-3 references to Rev. Karol Schilling (pastor@blufftonpc.org).