About Urban Boatbuilders:

Urban Boatbuilders is a youth development organization based in St. Paul, MN. Our mission is "to empower youth to build the skills they need to succeed in school, work, and life through woodworking and experiential learning." Through our Partnership and Apprenticeship Programs,, hundreds of youth develop technical woodworking and STEAM skills, social and emotional learning skills, and a connection to both their local waterways and employment networks. Our Commitment to

Diversity and Inclusion:

Diverse perspectives and backgrounds create a rich work environment that enhances our ability to pursue our mission and support youth. We are committed to building an organization that fosters inclusivity and equity. We actively seek a diverse pool of candidates for all positions and are committed to supporting and training our employees.

Position Summary:

Urban Boatbuilders is seeking a Communications and Development Coordinator to manage our external communications, support development and supporter operations, and help run Urban Boatbuilders' special and community outreach events portfolio. You will work closely with the Urban Boatbuilders staff, partners, and program participants to develop and implement strategic communication strategies and additional deliverables within the different communication and development channels, engaging with a variety of stakeholders across the organization. Communication, copywriting, storytelling, and data management are critical components of this role, in addition to gathering information from multiple sources to synthesize and craft the appropriate messaging for the diverse audiences we work with at Urban Boatbuilders. This role also supports the Office Manager to help track, process, reconcile, and recognize supporter contributions of all types, as well as helping coordinate outreach and partnership events. At Urban Boatbuilders, we embrace an "all hands on deck" culture where every team member, regardless of title, is ready to pitch in. We are looking for a proactive problem-solver with strong communication skills and a commitment to equity and youth development. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, small-team environment, is comfortable inviting support, and managing multiple, concurrent, and often competing priorities.

Position:

Development and Communications Coordinator Position Status:

Full-time, exempt Compensation and Benefits

Compensation:

$54,000 - 58,000 depending on experience and qualifications

• Comprehensive benefits package including: ○ 100% employer-paid health insurance premium ○ Health Savings Account (HSA) match of up to 3% of salary ○ Employee-paid group dental ○ Simple IRA match of up to 3% of salary ○ Ten paid holidays ○ PTO begins at 15 days/year and increases based on the length of service with the organization up to 25 days/year ○ Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.

○ Six-week paid sabbatical after seven years

DUTIES INCLUDE

• Develop and implement effective external communication strategies for digital, electronic, print, and social media
• Manage CRM and various database platforms to include Little Green Light, Levitate, Auctria, and GiveLively
• Coordinate funder, donor, and supporter gift and stewardship letter processes
• Develop and organize regular data-gathering initiatives from program teams
• Collaborate with teams to produce annual reports, newsletters, and donor reports
• Support execution around fundraising appeals, events, and outreach opportunities
• Capture stories from young adults impacted by Urban Boatbuilders
• Other duties as assigned Development
• Develop and organize regular data-gathering and impact reporting initiatives from staff and partnerships
• Coordinate fundraising appeals
• Liaise with finance and operations to ensure accurate and timely reconciliation
• Record and enter revenues (i.e., contributions, gifts, grants, fee for service/earned income/sales) into Little Green Light
• Assist with donor and supporter cultivation efforts Marketing and Communications
• Develop and implement effective external communication strategies for partnerships and social media
• Develop annual communications calendar around fundraising, community, program, and outreach events
• Develop, manage, and refresh content on Urban Boatbuilders website
• Collaborate with staff to produce accurate reporting for grant reports, annual reports, and public-facing marketing materials,
• Capture stories from young adults impacted by Urban Boatbuilders
• Create custom appeal/campaign, and/or event-related registration and landing pages Events
• Support execution around fundraising and outreach events
• Support volunteer recruitment for events

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience as an effective and strategic communicator
• Ability and desire to collaborate with other teams
• Experience in copywriting and editing
• Experience with social media management
• Solid understanding of project management principles and can work independently
• Working knowledge of MS Office, Google Drive, Canva; photo, video-editing, and design software is an asset
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and presentation skills
• Outstanding organizational and planning abilities
• Proficient command of English
• Previous work experience in a diverse non-profit environment is a plus

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in web design and social content production is a plus
• Comfort in navigating various CRM and stakeholder engagement platforms
• Graphic design experience is a plus
• A degree in public relations, English, communications or a relevant field is a plus

To Apply:

Please send your cover letter and resume to Noah Gerding, Director of Development and Community Engagement, by email to hr@urbanboatbuilders.org with the subject line "Development and Communications Coordinator". Priority will be given to applications received by October 19th, however, the position will remain open until filled.