Green Building Marketing Coordinator

Be part of an exciting organization that is transforming an industry for the betterment of business and the environment!

The U.S. Green Building Council, a Washington, DC-based national nonprofit organization of over 6,200 corporate and organizational members that is dedicated to promoting environmentally-responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work is currently seeking an energetic and polished marketing professional to be an integral part of its dynamic, hard-working Marketing team working to propel the green building movement through strong branding and effective messaging. 

Job Overview: 

The Marketing Coordinator will function primarily in a project manager capacity. S/he will manage department projects from conception through completion on time and on budget. The position is responsible for carrying out day-to-day marketing-related activities as well as aiding in the development of market strategies for USGBC. 

Specific Responsibilities Include: 

• Plan, conduct and coordinate a range of Marketing activities  
• Serve as project manager for program directors and/or senior staff, coordinating specific program initiatives, e.g., development/production of brochures, presentations, publications, direct mail pieces, etc., meeting budget and schedules  
• Effectively screen, retain and manage work with outside resources (graphic designers, printers and other service providers) to accomplish projects  
• Assist in research of target markets, publications, etc.  
• Help develop strategy on project-specific Marketing activities as well as program marketing strategy  
• Write general marketing correspondence and copy for collateral materials, etc.  
• Develop/maintain Marketing information systems  
• Oversee/coordinate special events  
• Coordinate implementation of corporate identity, direct mail programs, electronic/digital asset acquisition and advertising

• Effectively communicate USGBC's marketing messages to all audiences  
• Promote USGBC programs and products to support fiscal growth for the Council through various forms of marketing/communications media  
• Develop and maintain the USGBC's image graphically  
• Competently manage the marketing budget for projects

• Minimum 2-4 years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience  
• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications or Business (Marketing) or equivalent combination of education and experience  
• Technical skills, including: 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe InDesign  
  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator preferred 
  • General understanding of relational databases (e.g., Access)
• Ability to understand principles of layout and apply to marketing materials  
• Knowledge of the print/publication process from design through delivery  
• Detail-oriented with ability to prioritize and multitask  
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team  
• Good organization, writing and communication skills  
• Commitment to USGBC's mission

Compensation:

Salary range in the $30K's along with excellent benefits package, including 100% employer-paid premiums on healthcare and employer-matching 401(k) program.

To Apply:

Please forward rsum and letter of interest by email or fax, with title of position applying for to the attention of:  E. Tarring.