What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Coordinator position at Southwest Strategies Group?
Description:Southwest Strategies Group is seeking a full-time, entry-level Account Coordinator to join our team. If you thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and are eager to grow in a multi-faceted role, we’d love to hear from you! This role is ideal for someone with strong writing and interpersonal skills, who is highly organized, efficient, and able to multitask effectively. You will support project managers with community outreach, media relations and social media for the agency’s wide range of development, transportation, infrastructure and energy clients.About Southwest Strategies GroupSouthwest Strategies Group is focused on building leaders in our industry and community. With more than 130 professionals from diverse backgrounds and experience, our team is uniquely positioned to communicate with stakeholders where they are in a way they understand. We approach every project as a trusted partner, leveraging decades of expertise to provide custom strategies that help our clients get results. PositionLocation and Travel: This person must be located in Riverside County. This role is primarily remote with varying expectations of visits to satellite offices and clients. Travel is required up to 10-15% of the time. Additional travel may arise to accommodate project demands and conference participation. This role will include early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required. Compensation:The annual base amount for this position is dependent on several factors, including the candidate’s geographic location, experience, and qualifications. The annual base amount may be adjusted based on market conditions in the location where the employee resides.A typical annual base range for this role is: $52,000– $62,000 - non-exempt, hourly (actual compensation may vary by location and will follow local regulations).Essential Functions/ResponsibilitiesCultivate community awareness and support for projects through targeted outreach, canvassing, phone calls, meetings and eventsProvide general account support to clients needing community relations, digital advocacy and strategic communication servicesDevelop engaging and innovative content for social media, advertising, videos, websites, fact sheets, presentations, newsletters and other collateralAssist with special event planning and coordination including conducting preliminary research and supporting event execution and staffingAssist with client-related media coverage and social media trackingConduct in-depth client-related research and develop stakeholder databasesRespond to stakeholder inquiries and track outreach and activities in project logsManage client action item and task listsAssist in coordinating public hearings or open houses, including managing invites, tracking RSVPs, and supporting set up and cleanup activitiesAdditional responsibilities as assignedRequirements:Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Public Administration or similar preferred3 years' experience in public relations or public outreach fieldsWhy You’ll Love Working Here:Competitive salary with clear paths for growthHybrid work model to support flexibility and work-life balanceComprehensive benefits, including a no-cost medical plan, dental, vision, FSA, 3 weeks PTO, 14 paid holidays, and 401(k) profit sharingProfessional development stipend and internal training programs to boost your skills and careerCompany wellness stipend for ClassPass to support your health and well-beingMentorship from experienced professionals to guide your growthWork on impactful projects that shape the future of our communitiesOpportunities to connect with some of the region’s most influential stakeholdersCompany events and celebrations to recognize, support, and bring our team togetherEmployee recognition program celebrating achievements and contributions
Salary : $52,000 - $62,000