Development and Communications Coordinator

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for supporting the Thurston County Food Bank’s Development Director. Primary responsibilities include: social media coordination, database support, website updates, and related tasks. Duties include supporting annual fundraising campaigns and special events (Give Local, Hunger Walk, Well Few Well Read, Breakfast event, etc.).

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

• Create, schedule, and publish social media content across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube, using Meta Business Suite and other relevant tools. Write and proofread blog posts to support storytelling and engagement efforts.
• Manage the company’s social media presence, including content creation, posting and engagement.
• Prepare reports as required by the Development Director and Executive Director.
• Manage the Food Bank website.
• Prepare marketing and communication materials for internal and external use.
• Coordinate review and approval for outgoing organizational materials.
• Align communications and promotional activities with organizations goals and objectives
• Supports the planning and development of special events.
• Participates in special events and tabling as needed. This may include evenings and weekends.
• Assist in the onboarding of new staff.
• Serve as an active Food Bank staff member, including participation in meetings, training, fundraising efforts, and other planned activities.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as with teams.
• Washington State Driver’s License and reliable transportation to be used on the job.

COMPUTER/TECHNOLOGY SKILLS/EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE SKILLS:

The following is the common technology used in this position and is not all-inclusive:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms).
• Demonstrated experience with Canva for graphic design and content creation.
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms, including Constant Contact.
• Experience managing and updating websites using WordPress.
• Strong working knowledge of major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and management tools such as Meta Business Suite.
• Familiarity with video recording and editing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Regularly sit
• Regularly use hands to finger, grip, handle, or feel.
• Regularly walk, stand, and drive a car to sites and meetings.
• Occasionally reach above your head with hands and arms.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Team lift or equipment should be used over 25 pounds.

DISCLAIMER:

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

This position requires availability for extended or non traditional hours as needed to perform job duties. The position also requires periodic participation and attendance at related program events and training.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Full-time: 40 hrs per week
• Salary: $25.25 - $27.59/hourly starting wage (d.o.e.), $25.25 - $34.95 hourly full salary range (svc yr based)
• Benefits package includes PTO, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program, and a SIMPLE IRA 3% match after one year in a benefit-eligible