Marketing And Communications Assistant

Overview:Company Overview
Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services.
If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.
Responsibilities:Position Overview
Under the general supervision of the CCO with dotted line to Director of Marketing & Communications and Director Digital Strategy & Creative Services, the Marketing & Communications Assistant assists with administrative duties, special projects, and various digital, public relations and communications projects. Performs other related duties as assigned or directed to meet the goals and objectives of the department. Works with Chief Communications Officer on administrative tasks, reports and other needs. This role is perfect for someone extremely organized, creative, detail-oriented, proactive, and communicative who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Our ideal candidate is a team player with excellent problem solving and communication skills.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Creates and maintains news media lists and databases using Cision, Google Alerts, TalkWalker Alerts, manual searches or other tools.
• Support internal company-wide internal weekly newsletter with writing articles, taking photos and sourcing information as needed. Assist with handling editorial calendar.
• Monitors print and broadcast media for Youth Villages coverage and assists with organization and maintenance of digital clip files.
• Distributes electronically news releases and press materials.
• Supports media relations efforts, including special projects and events.
• Prepares publicity and other department reports (such as quarterly board reports) as requested.
• Helps maintain the Public Relations archives.
• Organizes and updates Intelligent Bank photo database, including but not limited to tagging, uploading of photos, etc.
• Take part in assisting with in-person Youth Villages events to facilitate their success and photography needs.
• Assists with uploading of information to the Newsroom on youthvillages.org.
• Conducts 2-3x annually audit of all Youth Villages trademarks to safeguard against any infringement.
• Works closely with vendors (i.e., printers, mail houses, videographers) as necessary on getting jobs out effectively.
• Supports administratively Chief Communications Officer by managing accounts payable (invoicing, reconciling of credit card accounts, receipt collection, etc.), mail collection, calendar/meeting management as well as other administrative tasks as needed.
• Organizes and manage the storage closet, video equipment, banners, etc. including ordering office supplies for department.
• Manages all shipping requests and tracking for department
• Distributes monthly dashboard reports which includes soliciting information from both digital and PR teams and inserting into template.
• Must have the ability to work collaboratively across various teams and departments to ensure integration and sharing of information.
• Proficient writer with the ability as needed to write copy for news releases, annual report and marketing communications materials at the request of manager or director; assists with editing and proofreading upon request; familiar with AP Style.
• Assist with the execution of digital marketing initiatives and provide administrative support when needed.
• Performs additional duties at the request of the Director of Marketing and Communications; Director of Digital Strategy; or the Chief Communications Officer.

Qualifications:Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications or integrated marketing (required)
• 1 to 2 years of experience in digital marketing, public relations and/or communications (required)
• Previous internship experience may be considered as part of applicable work history

Benefits
Affordable access to medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance plans Tuition Reimbursement and Licensure Supervision
Paid Parental Leave Retirement savings pension plan, a 401k and FSA
2 weeks of paid time off for vacation 10 paid holidays 12 sick days annually Priority consideration for leadership openings throughout the organization
Supportive leadership and coworkers Mileage and cell phone reimbursement (if applicable)
Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.