Business Development Coordinator – Communications
Department of Economic Development
$40-45K Dependent on experience and education
Performs with excellence, the following tasks, including but not limited to:
- Content Creation
- Oversees social media presence on relevant platforms
- Maintains Economic Development Page of the Campbell County website
- Drafts and designs monthly newsletter from department
- Coordinate ongoing communication from Department to business community through website
- Set up and conduct interviews with business owners and farm for business spotlights
- Responsible for drafting and distribution of press releases pertaining to grants and other Economic Development projects.
Technical Writing
- May assist all County departments in the preparation of grant proposals and applications that will enhance department efficiency and service to the public.
- Draft necessary press releases as related to grants and programs from Economic Development.
- Coordinates and drafts the annual report from the
Collaborative
- Works closely within the Economic Development team and Campbell County Organization to achieve consistent messaging and brand cohesion
- Regularly connect with regional partners to coordinate communication and promotion of events
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Desired: 2 years of related experience in detailed document preparation.
- Additional education and/or training may be substituted where applicable.
- Valid Virginia Drivers’ License and insurable under the County’s policy.
- Completion of National Incident Management System (IS-100 and IS- 700 or NIMS equivalent) within 90 days of employment.
Core Skill Sets:
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment and to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Comfortable engaging with the public and business community on a regular basis.
- Creativity- demonstrate the ability to develop strategies for keeping Economic Development engaged with the local business community.
- Strong verbal and written communication.
- Experienced with Graphic Design – proficient with Canva may have access to Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Excellent technical skills including the use of Microsoft Office Suite
- Skilled in analytical research, problem solving, and decision-making.
- General understanding and ability to utilize the County’s adopted software platform.