Communications Coordinator

Company Description NAPEO – The National Association of Professional Employer Organizations is The Voice of the PEO IndustryTM. PEOs provide payroll, benefits, workers’ comp, regulatory compliance assistance and other HR services to more than 230,000 small and mid-size businesses employing 5.4 million people nationwide. NAPEO represents the interests of the PEO industry on behalf of a membership that includes both PEOs and companies that provide services to PEOs. Role Description: The communications coordinator works with other professionals in all areas of the organization to develop, edit and manage distribution of the association’s communications, including newsletters, email alerts, promotional materials and online information, ensuring that all communications are presented in a professional, insightful and effective way. This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Old Town Alexandria, VA, requiring three days in-office and two days remote.Responsibilities:·        Write, edit and/or proofread NAPEO member communications, including meeting notices, promotions, government affairs alerts and all other member-related materials. ·        Coordinate and execute distribution of mass emails. ·        Compile weekly online newsletter of PEO industry news and bi-weekly update on NAPEO activities and issues. ·        Oversee relationship with social media vendor, including coordinating the content calendar, providing strategic direction, recommending and approving content, and ensuring consistent, high-quality messaging across all platforms. ·        Navigate association management system to run queries and lists for distribution of NAPEO member communications. ·        Update and organize information on NAPEO’s website. ·       Facilitate development and production of NAPEO’s year in review and conference materials. ·       Assist in management and production of NAPEO’s monthly magazine, including uploading articles to the website, coordinating mailing lists and follow-up mailings and serving as a liaison with magazine authors. ·       Provide support, input and ideas for NAPEO’s efforts to create consistent messaging about the industry that advances the association advocacy efforts. ·        Other duties as assigned.Requirements:·        1-3 years of experience in a position that included writing, editing/proofreading, scheduling and project coordination·        Basic layout skills and competency with design tools such as Illustrator, InDesign and Canva·        Familiarity with WordPress·        Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related fieldSkills:·        Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels and disciplines within the organization·        Excellent written and verbal communication skills·        Keen attention to detail·        Proficiency in Microsoft Office software products, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. Additional Requirements:·        Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time.·        Ability to stand for long periods of time during trade shows, conferences and other events. ·        Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. without assistance.·       Ability to travel 2-3 times per year.