People & Communications Coordinator

People & Communications Coordinator BranchPattern - 3.0 Kansas City, MO Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee stock ownership plan Flexible schedule Qualifications Project task coordination Collaborative technology platforms Newsletters (communication methods) Productivity software Full Job Description BranchPattern is seeking an organized and creative People & Communications Coordinator to support our Human Resources, office operations, and internal communications functions. This individual will play a key role in creating a positive employee experience by coordinating recruiting and onboarding activities, helping maintain efficient office operations, and contributing to the company's internal and social media communication efforts. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities. They enjoy working with people, have strong communication skills, and possess a creative eye for content development and design. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Canva is highly desirable. Recent graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply! Essential Responsibilities Human Resources Support Assist in coordinating new hire onboarding schedules and logistics, including orientation meetings, technology setup coordination, and welcome communications. Assist with recruiting activities, including interview scheduling, career fairs, candidate communication and interview coordination. Assist with employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, wellness activities and company events. Support HR projects, training initiatives and compliance-related administrative activities. Assist with preparation and distribution of HR communications and resources. Office Operations Serve as a primary point of contact for office vendors and service providers. Coordinate office supplies, equipment and facility needs across office locations. Manage inventory and ordering of office supplies, kitchen supplies and company merchandise. Support office organization, maintenance and workplace experience initiatives. Assist with meeting and event logistics, including catering, room preparation and visitor coordination. Help identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and employee experience within the workplace. Internal Communications & Social Media Assist in drafting and distributing internal communications, newsletters, announcements and employee updates. Create and schedule engaging social media content that aligns with BranchPattern's brand and culture. Support content development for company events, recruiting campaigns, employee spotlights and culture initiatives. Collaborate with leadership and teams across the organization to gather stories and content for internal communications and social media. Assist with maintaining communication calendars and ensuring consistent messaging across platforms. Develop basic graphic design and visual content using Canva and Adobe Creative Suite. Qualifications Required Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. 2+ years of experience in an administrative, HR, office management, communications, marketing, or related role. Internship experience is welcome! Strong organizational and project coordination skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools. Preferred Experience creating content for social media and internal communications. Proficiency with Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar design platforms). Photography, graphic design, or content creation experience. BranchPattern is a great place to work! Named a 'Best Places to Work' in 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025, BranchPattern is an award-winning firm built by engineers and building scientists who genuinely care about improving people's lives. We are advocates for building a better environment and community. Our employees are progressive, passionate, and innovative change agents who strive to deliver high quality projects. If you are ready to make a difference and improve the lives of our communities, apply today. Flexible work hours that allow you to balance work and life. Casual work environment where you can dress for your day. Employee ownership and the freedom to be an entrepreneur. Paid volunteer time and parental leave so you can care for others. Paid birthday holidays and wellness initiatives so you can care for yourself. Genuine and progressive leadership who put people first. Clear career paths and mentors that want you to excel. Paid certifications and memberships to build your leadership in the industry. Medical, dental, and vision insurance for all employees. Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Shares and Profit Sharing. 401k with a company match. As an employee-owned company, BranchPattern provides outstanding benefits, culture, and growth opportunities for professionals dedicated to improving life through better built environments. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.