Project Coordinator

Position Type: Full-time
Location: Bakersfield, CA
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Providence is a full-service communications firm headquartered in Bakersfield, California. Providence specializes in developing strategic communications plans with extensive expertise in public affairs campaigns designed to produce successful project permitting. Our firm provides public relations support, website development and manages multiple social media accounts for our clients daily. Our current clients include those in the agriculture, water, oil and gas, transportation, healthcare, nonprofit, retail and telecommunications industries.

Job Description

The Project Coordinator is a pivotal role at Providence Strategic Consulting, directly reporting to the Project Managers. As a full-time, non-exempt employee, the primary responsibility involves assisting in the development and execution of marketing campaigns tailored for Providence clients. This role is based in our Bakersfield office and is not eligible for remote work.

Working hours are typically 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. The position requires flexibility, with occasional evening and weekend work necessary to meet client needs and project deadlines.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, including all important aspects of the job - whether performed daily, weekly, monthly or annually; and any duty that occurs at irregular intervals. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Strategic Communication: Assist in crafting and implementing communication plans to advance business objectives for our agency and clients in the Central Valley.
  • Event Management:
  • Plan and execute community events.
  • Organize meetings with key stakeholders.
  • Represent our agency and clients at important local meetings (e.g., chamber of commerce, water associations).
  • Manage promotional items and event setup.
  • Presentation Development: Create impactful PowerPoint presentations.
  • Research & Writing:
  • Conduct research for client projects and agency initiatives.
  • Write articles and stories for client newsletters, transforming technical information into engaging content.
  • Graphic Design: Utilize Canva to create compelling visuals for clients.
  • Social Media & Digital Marketing:
  • Collaborate on social media content for platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
  • Create and manage engaging social media reels.
  • Support digital marketing efforts, including strategy development and execution.
  • Manage social media profiles, run campaigns, and measure success.
  • Media and Community Relations: Build and maintain relationships with local media and engage in community relations activities across various sectors.
  • Public Affairs Support: Contribute to public affairs campaigns through grassroots engagement.
  • Client Support: Provide prompt assistance to clients for urgent needs.
  • Training: Conduct training sessions for staff as required.
  • Performance Expectations: Achieve a utilization rate of 75%-80%.
  • Miscellaneous Duties: Complete other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • At least two years of experience in public relations or a related field.
  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, political science, journalism, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in communications, marketing, or public affairs.
  • Strong community connections and multitasking abilities.
  • Excellent organizational, speaking, and writing skills.
  • Flexibility for day, evening, and weekend work.
  • Valid California driver’s license and reliable vehicle for travel in the Central Valley.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Fluent in English, with excellent communication skills.

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Public relations: 2 years (Required)

Language:

  • English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Bakersfield, CA 93301 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

  • 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits & Perks

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Providence Strategic Consulting, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinance.

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