Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County is searching for a Communications Manager. The Communications Manager is responsible for developing and implementing the Coalition’s Strategic Community Relations and Marketing plan. The Communications Manager creates, implements and oversees internal and external communications to proactively extend the reach and reputation of the Coalition.  

Essential Duties include:

• Develop and implement comprehensive marketing and public relations strategy to increase brand awareness and recognition of the organization;
• Develop relationships with key media to secure and grow positive media coverage of Coalition programs, events, and initiatives.
• Manage creative development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral including, but not limited to, brochures, annual report, e-newsletters, corporate videos and website.
• Develop and monitor communication standards, stylesheets, templates and tools to ensure consistency in image and branding.
• Source and interface with graphic designers, printers and vendors on a variety of projects.
• Lead community involvement projects and events in partnership with internal departments and community partners.
• Grow our social media channels, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
• Design and administer annual giving campaign.
• Track and measure the level of engagement within the network over time.

 Requirements include:

• BA/BS in Mass Communications, Marketing, Business, Public Relations or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years successful experience in community relations/outreach and communications.

To be the best fit, a candidate will need the following skills/experience:

• Ability to work with people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and skill levels.
• Excellent organization and time management skills with the ability to work independently.
• Proficient knowledge of office practices and procedures including MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint in a Microsoft Windows environment.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Publisher, and Constant Contact, Photoshop, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Familiar with a Content Management System, including ability to edit website through a Visual Editor program.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills and the ability to interact with all levels of management.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to work with short deadlines.
• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers to include:
  • Prompt and courteous response to provider and parent inquiries via telephone and email.
  • Prompt and courteous response to inquiries from other staff via telephone and email Interact as part of a team by exhibiting dependability, cooperation, initiative, and punctuality.

 Salary: $45,000 - $65,000

Hours:  This is a full-time position. Coalition hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 40 hours per week. Flexibility for evening and weekend events.

Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County is searching for a VPK Provider Contract Specialist. The VPK Provider Contract Specialist assists with the certification, management, and training for Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) provider program requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES include:

• Manage caseload for VPK provider certification
• Responsible for Annual Provider Updates for contracted providers.
• Complete onsite and/or desk monitoring of VPK providers for compliance with ELC policy and OEL guidelines. Prepares reports and forward to supervisor for review.
• Create and maintain a tracking list for VPK providers.
• Communicates provider changes to staff.
• Assist with the development and training materials for VPK providers.
• Provide technical assistance and/or resources to VPK providers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree in field related to business and five years of experience in early childhood, elementary or special education or a related field.
• Knowledge of Federal and State Florida statutes and other policies relevant to the VPK program is a plus.

To be the best fit, a candidate will need the following skills/experience:

• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers to include:
  • Prompt and courteous response to provider inquiries via telephone and email.
  • Prompt and courteous response to inquiries from other staff via telephone and email.
• Interact as part of a team by exhibiting dependability, cooperation, initiative, and punctuality.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Public speaking and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to multitask, and able to prioritize work to meet deadlines.

Salary: $36,000 - $50,000

Hours: Normal Coalition Hours are Monday- Friday, 8am- 5pm. 40 Hours per week

Travel is required.