Economic Development Marketing Coordinator

TOWN OF APEX

invites applications for the position of:

Economic Development Marketing Coordinator

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $53,851.20 - 83,470.40

WORK LOCATION: 220 N Salem St, Apex, NC 27502 USA

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

POSTING CLOSING DATE: May 16, 2025

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Performs a multitude of tasks for the Economic Development department including marketing, communications, social media, graphics/design, website maintenance, and industrial project responses. Also provides support and collaboration on various economic development initiatives for small business programs and promotions. This position reports directly to the Economic Development Director and has no supervisory duties.

A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:

• Creates and develops a variety of marketing and communication materials in support of department wide needs and opportunities.
• Creates and implements a comprehensive marketing strategic plan for the department.
• Maintains three (3) websites, including content upgrades, design, graphics, photos and tracking analysis:

• Serves as initial respondent for industrial project inquiries, including research into project viability in Apex, and completing any required RFP’s and RFI’s.
• Maintains an industrial buildings and sites inventory.
• Serves on the LaunchAPEX Board as Communications Manager, which includes implementation of all communication with class participants and mentors, development of all marketing materials, and maintaining a FaceBook page for each Cohort.
• Performs research on economic trends, issues and initiatives, and on business and industry.

• Leads or assists various special projects and/or duties that arise as directed by the Economic Development Director.
• Serves as a departmental representative on Town employees committees and/or task forces as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Position requires a minimum of an Associate's Degree and 1-3 years of experience; or any combination of education and experience.

Possession of a valid NC Drivers License

WHO WE ARE:

Known as "The Peak of Good Living", the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of more than 75,000 and was ranked in 2015 as Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 680 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefits package and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the 96% job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey conducted with our employees.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Not only is the Town "The Peak of Good Living", but it's also a great place to work! We strive to "reach the peak" of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

• Paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees

• 5% contributions to the NC401(k) retirement plans (no matching required)

• Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS), 6% contribution by employee

• Traditional sick and vacation leave

• 80 hours Peak Paid Time Off per year (after completion of probation)

• $1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit to pay for health and wellness activities (after completion of probation)

• Paid parental, caregiver, and bereavement leave

• 13 paid holidays

• Longevity pay

• Tuition assistance

• Expansive wellness program, and more!

KEEP IN MIND:

Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license checks prior to employment.

The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.