Communications Coordinator at Village of Woodmere | Beachwood, OH | $60/hr – $150/hr

Village of Woodmere

Communications Coordinator

Beachwood, OH (On-site)

$60/hr – $150/hrEntry LevelContract

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive municipal communications by managing social media, creating digital content, and coordinating amphitheater permits and public communications.

Own social media planning, posting, monitoring, and responding to public inquiries.
Must-have: Strong writing, editing, and photography skills for public communications.
Standout: Experience coordinating public events or government communications.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain the Village’s official social media platforms, including content planning, posting, monitoring, and responding to public inquiries.
Develop and produce original digital content (photography, graphics, short-form video/reels, carousels, and written communications) to promote Village programs, services, and events across social media platforms.
Attend select Village meetings and community activities to capture photos and highlight initiatives.
Draft public announcements other communications materials.
Maintain a consistent, professional municipal voice aligned with Village policies and community standards.
Coordinate with Village staff, elected officials, and community partners to gather accurate information for public communication.
Assist in coordinating Village events and meetings
Serve as the primary administrative contact for amphitheater event permit applications and public inquiries related to facility use.
Receive and review applications for completeness, verify eligibility requirements, and confirm receipt of required forms, deposits, or documentation.
Maintain and update a shared amphitheater scheduling calendar to prevent conflicts and ensure Village priority use.
Coordinate internal administrative review with Village departments (e.g., Mayor’s Office, Service Department, Police, or Administration) based on event size, logistics, or operational needs.
Provide applicants with clear guidance regarding timelines, rules, operational hours, and Village expectations.
Prepare permit documentation, issue approvals or notices consistent with Village policy, and communicate any conditions or restrictions to applicants.
Maintain organized records of permits, correspondence, inspections, and event documentation consistent with public records requirements.
Assist with pre-event communications, including reminders regarding cleanup responsibilities, parking guidance, and facility rules.
Coordinate post-event follow-up by reviewing event sites to ensure permit regulations and guidelines have been met, tracking inspections conducted by the Service Department, and assisting with administrative processing related to deposit returns or compliance documentation.
Support communications and logistics for approved amphitheater events, including promotional coordination when appropriate and aligned with Village policy.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, digital media, or a related field.
Proven experience managing social media accounts or digital communications for an organization, business, nonprofit, or government entity.
Strong writing, editing, and photography skills.
Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and maintain professionalism in public communications and administrative coordination.

Preferred

Experience coordinating event logistics, community or public events.
Familiarity with social media content scheduling tools, basic graphic design platforms, and content management systems.
Experience with or supporting local government, scheduling systems, or administrative workflows is a plus.

Village of Woodmere

Woodmere, Ohio is the Gateway to the Chagrin Valley, offering over 300 unique businesses, a quaint residential community, and one of the best districts in Ohio. Woodmere Village is located 11 miles outside downtown Cleveland, between Beachwood, Pepper Pike and Orange Village—and is ripe with opportunity. Newly-elected Mayor Benjamin Holbert has a grand vision for the area, with goals to support local businesses, beautify the area and tell our story to NEO and beyond. Woodmere Village is a must-see destination for serious shoppers and food-lovers with rare, upscale shops, unmatched services and award-winning restaurants. New businesses and startups will find a welcome and supportive home in Woodmere, where over 20,000 vehicles pass through every day. We are proud to support our local residents, businesses and empower the next generation.

Founded in 1944

Beachwood, Ohio, USA

21 employees

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