Position Summary
The Communications Coordinator is responsible for overseeing internal and external Purdue Extension Marion County communications including ongoing employee and board correspondence, managing our social media presence, creating and distributing electronic news, collaborating on press releases, designing and reviewing promotional materials, and developing organizational content for our website. The City of Indianapolis prioritizes and celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. This position values diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city whom they serve.
Agency Summary
Purdue Cooperative Extension provides relevant and research-based educational services to Marion County residents and organizations who share passion for building young leaders, creating strong families and healthy communities, developing profitable businesses and trusted employees, and growing a vibrant natural environment. Purdue Extension Marion County serves all areas of Indianapolis and Marion County.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve.
Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or journalism required; 2+ years experience in a communications or marketing role preferred Superior time management and organizational skills and an ability to meet deadlines. An analytical mind and ability to think critically. Exceptional writing, editorial and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Familiar with MS Office Suite, Google Suite and capable of creating visually compelling content. Knowledge of email marketing software such as Constant Contact, Hootsuite, Mail Chimp, or other similar programs. Proven knowledge of communications and marketing ethics and best practices. Versatility as a writer; must be able to communicate well using various writing styles and methods that appeal to diverse audiences. Ability to promote cooperation and collaboration among internal team members. Strong project management skills and the demonstrated ability to produce results. Desire to communicate with diverse audiences through various outlets. Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with the College of Agriculture, City of Indianapolis, and Purdue University partners. Must be able to work independently while supporting the efforts of an overall team.
Independent Judgment
Position requires the knowledge or ability to confirm and follow all established county and agency policies and procedures. The position requires integrity and compliance with ethical communications practices that are inclusive and respectful of different cultures, values, beliefs, races, ethnicities, abilities, sexual preference and gender orientation.
All rates are bi-weekly.
2025 Rate Sheet - To view our rate sheet, please copy and paste this link into your web browser: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:5891862d-46b3-4120-b7af-391882e8e0e0
Life Insurance Employee Only (rates per $1,000 per month):
Basic: Employer Paid
Optional Life Insurance Employee Only (rates per $1,000 per month)
Additional
<25-29 $0.058
30-34 $0.083
35-39 $0.099
40-44 $0.132
45-49 $0.223
50-54 $0.363
55-59 $0.600
60-64 $0.795
65-69 $1.329
70 + $2.054
Important Perf Update
Pension - The pension portion of the retirement benefit is funded by contributions made by the employer over the course of the employee's career and separate from the annuity savings account. Employees enrolled in the PERF Hybrid plan are eligible for retirement benefits at age sixty-five (65) if they have ten (10) or more years of creditable service. After June 30, 1995, employees may retire at age sixty (60) with at least fifteen (15) years of credible service or if the member's age in years plus the years of credible service equals at least 85 and the member is at least fifty-five (55) years of age. With fifteen (15) or more years of creditable service, the employee may retire as early as age fifty (50) with a reduced pension.
Part one - This consists of the mandatory employee contribution of three (3%) percent of compensation (made for the employee by the City), plus interest credits or earnings. You're always vested in your ASA portion - it's always yours.
Part Two - This Consists Of An Additional Variable Rate Contribution Paid By The City Toward Your ASA. This Variable Rate Contribution Is Currently 1% Of Your Gross Wages. Vesting In The Value Of The Variable Rate Employer Contribution Will Vary By Length Of Participation. You Are
Pension - The pension portion of the retirement benefit is funded by contributions made by the employer over the course of the employee's career and separate from the annuity savings account. Employees enrolled in the PERF Hybrid plan are eligible for retirement benefits at age sixty-five (65) if they have ten (10) or more years of creditable service. After June 30, 1995, employees may retire at age sixty (60) with at least fifteen (15) years of credible service or if the member's age in years plus the years of credible service equals at least 85 and the member is at least fifty-five (55) years of age. With fifteen (15) or more years of creditable service, the employee may retire as early as age fifty (50) with a reduced pension.
Employees who separate from the city within their first ten (10) years of employment need to contact INPRS - PERF regarding their ASA account.
Questions relating to PERF may be directed to INPRS - PERF at:
Indiana Public Retirement System
Public Employees' Retirement Fund
One North Capitol, Suite 001
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
(888) 236-3544
The Communications Coordinator is responsible for overseeing internal and external Purdue Extension Marion County communications including ongoing employee and board correspondence, managing our social media presence, creating and distributing electronic news, collaborating on press releases, designing and reviewing promotional materials, and developing organizational content for our website. The City of Indianapolis prioritizes and celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. This position values diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city whom they serve.
Agency Summary
Purdue Cooperative Extension provides relevant and research-based educational services to Marion County residents and organizations who share passion for building young leaders, creating strong families and healthy communities, developing profitable businesses and trusted employees, and growing a vibrant natural environment. Purdue Extension Marion County serves all areas of Indianapolis and Marion County.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve.
- This position is located at the Purdue Extension Marion County Office on the Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1202 E 38th Street, Indianapolis IN 46205.*****
- Write and edit a variety of different content to support communications and marketing efforts, including but not limited to newsletters, website copy, and brochures and press releases.
- Work with Cooperative Extension Educators in developing and implementing an annual communications strategy designed to further agency objectives.
- Monitor analytics and create reports detailing the successes and failures of communications campaigns and strategies.
- Monitor incoming communications from external audiences to ensure a timely response. Perform outreach to press outlets, magazines, influencers and build strategic partnerships to grow brand notoriety.
- Work closely with Extension Educators to support the development of content for social medical channels and marketing collaterals.
- Support logistics and overall meeting planning for staff and Board meetings.
- As needed, provide support, and develop materials, graphics, branded proposals, and presentations to support the work of Extension Educators.
- Ensure all PEMC content includes inclusive language, is created in an accessible format and is equitably distributed to diverse communities. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or journalism required; 2+ years experience in a communications or marketing role preferred Superior time management and organizational skills and an ability to meet deadlines. An analytical mind and ability to think critically. Exceptional writing, editorial and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Familiar with MS Office Suite, Google Suite and capable of creating visually compelling content. Knowledge of email marketing software such as Constant Contact, Hootsuite, Mail Chimp, or other similar programs. Proven knowledge of communications and marketing ethics and best practices. Versatility as a writer; must be able to communicate well using various writing styles and methods that appeal to diverse audiences. Ability to promote cooperation and collaboration among internal team members. Strong project management skills and the demonstrated ability to produce results. Desire to communicate with diverse audiences through various outlets. Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with the College of Agriculture, City of Indianapolis, and Purdue University partners. Must be able to work independently while supporting the efforts of an overall team.
Independent Judgment
Position requires the knowledge or ability to confirm and follow all established county and agency policies and procedures. The position requires integrity and compliance with ethical communications practices that are inclusive and respectful of different cultures, values, beliefs, races, ethnicities, abilities, sexual preference and gender orientation.
All rates are bi-weekly.
2025 Rate Sheet - To view our rate sheet, please copy and paste this link into your web browser: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:5891862d-46b3-4120-b7af-391882e8e0e0
Life Insurance Employee Only (rates per $1,000 per month):
Basic: Employer Paid
Optional Life Insurance Employee Only (rates per $1,000 per month)
Additional
<25-29 $0.058
30-34 $0.083
35-39 $0.099
40-44 $0.132
45-49 $0.223
50-54 $0.363
55-59 $0.600
60-64 $0.795
65-69 $1.329
70 + $2.054
Important Perf Update
- For more information on eligibility options, refer to Proposal 21-288 https://bit.ly/3exq8yR
- All employees hired/rehired after 1/1/2022 have a choice to select the PERF Hybrid plan (3% + Pension) or the INPRS My Choice: Retirement Savings plan (3% + 1% Contribution). The Hybrid plan consists of two components:
Pension - The pension portion of the retirement benefit is funded by contributions made by the employer over the course of the employee's career and separate from the annuity savings account. Employees enrolled in the PERF Hybrid plan are eligible for retirement benefits at age sixty-five (65) if they have ten (10) or more years of creditable service. After June 30, 1995, employees may retire at age sixty (60) with at least fifteen (15) years of credible service or if the member's age in years plus the years of credible service equals at least 85 and the member is at least fifty-five (55) years of age. With fifteen (15) or more years of creditable service, the employee may retire as early as age fifty (50) with a reduced pension.
- Employees hired/rehired by the City and County between 1/1/2017 and 12/31/2021 will be automatically enrolled in the PERF My Choice: Retirement Savings plan. This plan is an annuity savings account (ASA) only plan and does not have a pension component. Any service that an employee has in the My Choice: Retirement Savings Plan will not count toward the service time requirements for pension eligibility in the Hybrid Plan.
Part one - This consists of the mandatory employee contribution of three (3%) percent of compensation (made for the employee by the City), plus interest credits or earnings. You're always vested in your ASA portion - it's always yours.
Part Two - This Consists Of An Additional Variable Rate Contribution Paid By The City Toward Your ASA. This Variable Rate Contribution Is Currently 1% Of Your Gross Wages. Vesting In The Value Of The Variable Rate Employer Contribution Will Vary By Length Of Participation. You Are
- 20 percent vested after 1 full year of participation
- 40 percent vested after 2 full years of participation
- 60 percent vested after 3 full years of participation
- 80 percent vested after 4 full years of participation
- 100 percent vested after 5 full years of participation
- All employees hired/rehired prior to 1/1/2017 are grandfathered into PERF Hybrid plan. The Hybrid plan consists of two components:
Pension - The pension portion of the retirement benefit is funded by contributions made by the employer over the course of the employee's career and separate from the annuity savings account. Employees enrolled in the PERF Hybrid plan are eligible for retirement benefits at age sixty-five (65) if they have ten (10) or more years of creditable service. After June 30, 1995, employees may retire at age sixty (60) with at least fifteen (15) years of credible service or if the member's age in years plus the years of credible service equals at least 85 and the member is at least fifty-five (55) years of age. With fifteen (15) or more years of creditable service, the employee may retire as early as age fifty (50) with a reduced pension.
- City Employees hired/rehired between 1/1/2017 and 12/31/21 that are members of the City AFSCME labor union can choose to enroll in either the PERF My Choice: Retirement Savings plan or the PERF Hybrid plan. Both plans are described above. Employees have 60 days to choose which option they want, and by state law this cannot be changed. If no choice is made, the employee will then be automatically added to the PERF My Choice: Retirement Savings plan.
Employees who separate from the city within their first ten (10) years of employment need to contact INPRS - PERF regarding their ASA account.
Questions relating to PERF may be directed to INPRS - PERF at:
Indiana Public Retirement System
Public Employees' Retirement Fund
One North Capitol, Suite 001
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
(888) 236-3544