This position is no longer receiving applications.

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
Minneapolis Parks Foundation is about fulfilling the almost limitless potential that great parks and inspiring public spaces have in building stronger connections between neighbors, fostering better outcomes for kids, driving economic opportunity for all, and even helping cities find new solutions to our most challenging problems from inequality to climate change.

Founded in 2003, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation is an independent, donor-supported nonprofit organization that transforms human lives through parks and public spaces by aligning philanthropic investment and community vision. As a thought leader, catalyst, and fundraiser, the Parks Foundation is uniquely positioned to help clarify the community’s interest and drive philanthropic investment, collaboration, and private sector expertise in support of the Minneapolis Park system.

The Parks Foundation partners with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) and other public agencies to guide transformative public realm initiatives and leads private fundraising and implementation of signature projects. We help donors invest in important park projects in Minneapolis and champion innovations within parks through curated events.

MISSION: The Minneapolis Parks foundation transforms human lives through parks and public spaces by aligning philanthropic investment and community vision.

VISION:  While celebrating all the varied benefits of Minneapolis’s nationally renowned and locally treasured system, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation focuses on elevating the capacity of our parks to deliver the following outcomes.

ADVANCE EQUITY AND CULTURAL INCLUSION
When all people have access to valued parks and public spaces, feel welcome, and see themselves reflected in those spaces, a community is healthier, safer, and happier.

FOSTER COMMUNITY HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Parks provide healthy air, water, and soil, and places to play and exercise, on both the individual and community level. Parks also provide places where we can learn about our neighbors and form new and deeper connections.

DEEPEN CONNECTIONS TO THE NATURAL WORLD
In our increasingly urbanized world, maintaining places of natural beauty, respite, and awe helps us maintain our humanity.

STRENGTHEN CLIMATE CHANGE RESILIENCY
Cities must adapt and develop new methods to protect and restore natural systems and clean water and to mitigate the economic impact of climate change.

SPARK ECONOMIC VITALITY
Thriving parks and public spaces can attract investment and bring prosperity to the broader community without sparking displacement.

OUR TEAM
There is nothing more powerful than collaboration. The pursuit of our mission requires everyone on the team to work hard and to support one another. We encourage relying on one another for the greater good of our work, our culture, and our community.We are “all hands-on deck”, we show-up and we may even get our hands dirty to reach desired outcomes.

POSITION: COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR
The Communications Coordinator is a member of the development department and reports to the Development Manager. The main responsibility of this position is to create and distribute positive branding messages and collateral that represent the foundations mission and vision. This includes all digital communications including email communications, MPF’s website, and social media content.

The Communications Coordinator ensures all communications meet the Parks Foundation’s brand standards and that all messaging is consistent with the foundation’s guiding themes, platform, and visual voice.

This position collaborates with experienced partners and consultants and offers the opportunity for growth and expanded responsibilities in the future.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Act as staff point-person for the MPF’s website including making updates, working with contractors, and auditing for needed changes.
• Manage the Parks Foundation’s social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Linked-In, creating posts and engaging followers and partners.
• Manage the posting of video material to online platforms such as YouTube and Vimeo.
• Primary relationship manager with web developer, photographer, graphic designer & videographer, the print, and mail house.
• Schedule and email content for monthly newsletters, events, fundraisers, and solicitations.
• Monitor digital analytics and report to team as needed.
• Assist the Chief Development Officer and Director of Development with fundraising and special event communications and activities.
• Assist in developing mailed donor collateral and solicitations.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Travel within the Twin Cites metro area for meetings and events.
• An understanding and appreciation of the diverse communities that use and support Minneapolis parks.

Experience and Education:

• At least 2 – 3 years’ experience working in a professional communication &/or marketing position preferred.
• Experience in promotional sales, customer service, &/or fundraising is a plus.
• Strong technical skills and experience with WordPress, Mailchimp, Hootsuite, Google Analytics, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Vimeo.
• Experience prioritizing a variety of tasks and working independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds at times.
• Independently navigate across uneven ground, hillsides, and other outdoor environments.

SUPERVISED BY: Development Manager

HOURS: Monday through Friday, including some regularly scheduled evenings and weekends

STATUS: Exempt; minimum of 40 hours/week

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

• 4 Weeks Paid Time Off
• 12 paid Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision Group Benefit Plan
• Foundation contribution Retirement Plan
• Hybrid/Flexible working arrangements
• Cell Phone Allowance

Salary Range: $42,000 to $50,000

Equal Employment Opportunity
Minneapolis Parks Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We want applicants of diverse background, and we hire without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is no longer receiving applications.