Community Relations Coordinator, Program

Are you passionate about connecting people, building vibrant communities, and promoting programs that make a real difference? We're looking for a creative and driven Community Relations Coordinator – Program & Facility Marketing to join our Community Relations team and help shape the voice of our recreation and cultural services.

In this exciting and multifaceted role, you will bring your marketing, communications, and community engagement skills to the forefront—supporting diverse initiatives that enrich community life.

Please include a cover letter with your application and resume. We'd love to hear from you

Why Join Us?

• Make a difference: Your work directly supports programs that enrich lives and bring communities together.
• Collaborative team: Join a supportive, energized team that values innovation and creativity.
• Growth & development: Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your career in a dynamic public-sector environment.

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesMarketing:

Assist with development of a comprehensive plan outlining a business approach to reaching and engaging the target audiences for the Highlands Ranch Mansion, the Highlands Ranch Senior Center and the Metro District's recreation programs. Work with the facility and programming teams to achieve established goals.

Serve as the marketing lead in developing specific strategies to market these unique and popular facilities and programs. Measure and track marketing efforts as well as results for each of these facilities and program areas.

Maintain a professional and consistent brand for each facility and program, following the Metro District's style guide standards.

Responsibilities include assisting facility and program teams in the marketing of and supporting special events.

Responsible for the design of accessible social media messaging and graphics, flyers, postcards, brochures/marketing collateral, photography and development of video briefs and clips. Also, responsible for the content, design and coordination of accessible e-Newsletters and newsletters.

Media Relations:

Assist the Community Relations Manager and team with media relations, social media management, news releases, website news posts, as well as other Community Relations projects as needed.

Assist the Community Relations Manager with mansion, senior center and recreation articles for the printed Messenger magazine, the website, marketing materials and industry publications/news outlets.

Peripheral Duties:

Miscellaneous projects such as providing support for marketing the Highlands Ranch Park & Recreation Foundation and the Friends of the Highlands Ranch Senior Center.

There will be opportunities to assist the Community Relations Manager and team with other projects and activities including the Highlands Ranch Citizens Academy, community outreach, public speaking and special projects.

Other related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in marketing or communications; and
• Applicants for this position must have a minimum of five (5) years' working experience in the related field. Marketing experience in a business-to-business environment is a plus; and
• Must hold a valid driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

Necessary Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite.
• Knowledge and ability to design, edit, and create websites.
• Proficient in the use of Office 365 including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint, as well as Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Preferred experience with Adobe Premier or other video editing software.
• Photography experience a plus.
• Must have superior verbal, written, and presentation skills, enabling clear and effective communication with diverse audiences.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials of the public and vendors.
• Must possess exceptional organizational skills.
• Represent the District in a professional manner, exemplifying integrity and excellence always.
• Skilled in operating the listed tools and equipment, demonstrating a strong understanding of their functionality and maintenance requirements.
• Ability to perform the essential duties listed above.
• Physically able to move about on work sites and under adverse field conditions.
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours, when necessary, which includes evenings and weekends throughout the metro area. This flexibility ensures timely participation in critical discussions and events.

Supervision Received

Works under the direct supervision of the Community Relations Manager.

Supervision Exercised

No supervisory duties are currently included in this position; however, this person may exercise supervision over events staff, the Community Relations Intern, temporary staff or volunteers as assigned.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, mainly Monday through Friday in the office. Due to the nature of this position, some evening and weekend hours will be required. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Tools and Equipment Used

Computers, related hardware, computer-aided-design software, Microsoft Windows 10 Pro, Adobe, Microsoft products (Excel, Forms, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Word, etc.), web and database software, and multi-line VoIP phone. General office equipment such as multi-function printer/scanner/copier, plotter, web-fax, etc. Operation of motor vehicles in tight spaces.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear; use hand to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office type setting and occasionally in outside weather conditions, including inclement weather.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Selection Guidelines

Formal applications, rating of education and experience; panel interview(s) and reference check; job related tests might be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

About Us

The Highlands Ranch Metro District, as the local government in our community, is committed to providing the following high-quality municipal services while managing resources wisely for Highlands Ranch such as; construction of major roads, installation and maintenance of landscaping and fences adjacent to major roads, installation of traffic signals and street lights on major roads, construction and maintenance of parks and trails, youth and adult outdoor recreation and sports programs, management and maintenance of extensive natural open space areas and so much more.

Our Benefits

We prioritize your well-being and recognize the importance of a work/life balance by offering outstanding benefits:

Health & Retirement

• 100% paid employee-only medical insurance premiums
• 100% paid employee-only dental & vision insurance premiums
• 100% paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance premiums
• 100% contribution match for the pension plan
• Up to 6% employer contribution for the optional retirement plan

Work/life Balance 

• 80 hours of earned vacation per year, increasing after 5 years
• 80 hours of annual sick leave
• 32 hours of annual personal leave
• 10 paid holidays
• 200 hours of medical leave with certification

Wellness & Improvement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support, guidance, and resources for employees and their families.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for additional medical expenses.
• Up to $2,000 a year for education reimbursement.
• Highlands Ranch Community Association recreation center pass for a discounted fee. 

Saving, Planning & Other

• Optional 457 deferred compensation plan to help employees plan for their retirement.
• Generous stipend for personal cell phone.
• Discounts for employees on over 1,000 products and services.

Application Information

Pre-employment screening includes a background check, illegal substances screening and motor vehicle record review.

We will be accepting applications for at least two weeks or until the position is filled.

Submit applications at or if viewing this posting from our career center, click "Apply" below.

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, mainly Monday through Friday 8:00 - 5:00 in the office. Due to the nature of this position, some evening and weekend hours will be required. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

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