What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Coordinator position at Visitation Catholic Church Kansas City?
Description
Visitation Church is seeking a part-time Communications Coordinator to coordinate print and digital parish communications. Responsibilities will include preparation of weekly parish bulletin, administration of parish email database, construction of weekly parish e-mail, creation/scheduling of social media posts and collaboration with parish staff to market parish ministries, programs & events. The Communications Coordinator will also manage the development of a new parish website and maintain that website. The successful applicant will have a background in marketing/communications, proficiency in digital design/publishing software (Canva preferred) and experience in website construction/content management systems. Schedule is flexible, subject to bulletin publication deadlines.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications & Job Requirements
Education & Experience
Associate's or bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Journalism, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related role preferred.
Experience working in a church, nonprofit, or faith-based organization is preferred but not required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong written, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet recurring publication deadlines.
- Experience creating engaging content for print, email, websites, and social media.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks independently.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with parish staff, ministry leaders, volunteers, and outside vendors.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling parish communications.
Technical Requirements
- Proficiency with Canva (preferred) or similar graphic design software (Adobe Creative Suite, etc.).
- Experience with email marketing platforms (such as Mailchimp, Flocknote, Constant Contact, or similar).
- Experience managing website content through a Content Management System (CMS) such as WordPress, Squarespace, Wix, or similar.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Familiarity with major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
- Basic photography, videography, and photo editing skills are preferred.
Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire.