Communications and Outreach Coordinator

Overview

The Workforce Development Division (WFD) is seeking a Communications & Outreach Coordinator to ensure Vermonters, employers, and community partners are aware of and able to access the employment, training, and workforce development services available through the Vermont Department of Labor and its partners. As WFD's programs, partnerships, and outreach efforts continue to evolve, consistent, accessible, and coordinated communication is essential to increasing awareness and engagement. The Communications & Outreach Coordinator will provide this capacity by coordinating communication efforts across WFD and its regional teams, developing messaging and content for a variety of audiences and platforms, and supporting outreach initiatives throughout the state.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate communication efforts across WFD and its regional teams
• Develop messaging and content for a variety of audiences and platforms
• Serve as a point person for public-facing activities such as job fairs, hiring events, workshops, and community outreach
• Maintain and strategically manage promotional materials
• Contribute to broader department communication needs as part of the Department's communications team within the Commissioner's office
• Provide backup capacity for media inquiries and assist with public information, meetings, FOIA requests, and other external communications
• Translate complex programs and services into clear, engaging communications
• Work across regions and programs
• Manage competing priorities
• Move projects from concept through completion
• Develop a communication strategy
• Write and edit content
• Coordinate an event
• Work with partners
• Respond to emerging communication needs

Requirements

• Two (2) years or more of experience in communications, public or media relations, marketing, policy writing, or consumer education
• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, advertising, English, or technical and business writing (preferred)

Qualifications

• Ability to translate complex programs and services into clear, engaging communications
• Experience working across regions and programs
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to move projects from concept through completion

Skills

• Strong writing and editing skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop and implement communication strategies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

The State of Vermont offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• A low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Pay

Total compensation is approximately 30% of your total compensation, which includes:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• A low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Schedule

The schedule for this position is typically full-time, but may vary based on the needs of the department.