Communications Coordinator- OMWBD
Salary
$44,428.80 Annually
Location
City County Building, IN
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
09913
Department
Department of Minority and Women Business Development
Opening Date
06/22/2026
Closing Date
7/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Overview
Position is responsible for implementing minority outreach and diversity programs as well as developing and implementing training and marketing strategies. This position is also responsible for disseminating information on office services to the media and the general public, as well as coordinating community needs with departmental programs and activities. This position values diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city whom they serve.
Agency Summary
The Office of Minority and Women Business Development (OMWBD) is dedicated to supporting small businesses and those owned by minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with ADA disabilities. OMWBD assists certified businesses in accessing contract opportunities from various projects in Central Indiana funded by the city, county, municipality, and private sector.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve.
Position Responsibilities
Develops action plans and implements minority business and diversity outreach activities, including but not limited to business networking events, business development marketing, community events, diversity fairs, assists with the coordination of minority business outreach initiatives, and other special projects including the Mayor's Celebration of Diversity Awards, Martin Luther King Program, Indiana Black Expo and others as assigned. Serves as department's liaison to designated partner and/or minority groups regarding OMWBD's programs and activities under the direction of the Director and/or the Director's designee. Assists in the development and/or facilitation of training programs to educate minority - women - veteran - and disability owned business enterprises, well as City/County and municipal agencies on contracting and purchasing procedures and other relevant business opportunities. Serves as a designated contact for City/County departments and municipal government agencies regarding MBE/WBE/VBE/DOBE Participation, Reporting requirements and applicable procedures. Coordinates the development and implementation of OMWBD marketing strategies including development of and distribution of OMWBD deliverable notices, website, shared folders, and other social media coverage. Prepares press releases, arranges news conferences, and coordinates interaction between the media and OMWBD. Advises director and staff on current media events and issues Leads and coordinates program displays at multiple settings. Oversees media relations and public information for agency. May be required to meet with citizens, business groups, and civic clubs in an effort to promote the department/city. Attends business and community meetings as needed; presents and explains MBE/WBE/VBE/DOBE utilization/participation requirements. May be required to develop and prepare grant proposals as needed and assist with solicitation of sponsorship for events. Researches best practice models from the nation, state and the city and makes recommendations regarding policies and strategies. Writes, edits, and produces brochures, catalogs, newsletters, and specialized publications as needed. Prepares and submits weekly/monthly program progress report. Responsible for responding to public records requests. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Business, Communications, Marketing, or related field. Must have a minimum of three (3) years' experience in communication, adult training, marketing, or related area. An equivalent combination of work experience may be substituted for each year of education. Experience in local government and/or federal grants management is preferred Strong communication and organizational skills. Effective communications, research/analytical, and computer skills are required. Ability to plan and establish priorities. Ability to work with people with diverse backgrounds. Knowledge of desktop publishing software preferred.
Working Conditions
Work is conducted primarily in a standard office environment with periodic travel to meetings outside the office. Some after hours and weekend work may be expected.
All rates are bi-weekly.
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Life Insurance Employee Only (rates per $1,000 per month):
Basic: Employer Paid
Optional Life Insurance Employee Only (rates per $1,000 per month)
Additional:
<25-29 $0.058
30-34 $0.083
35-39 $0.099
40-44 $0.132
45-49 $0.223
50-54 $0.363
55-59 $0.600
60-64 $0.795
65-69 $1.329
70 + $2.054
IMPORTANT PERF UPDATE:
Annuity Savings Account (ASA) -This consists of the mandatory employee contribution of three (3%) percent of compensation (made for the employee by the City), plus interest credits or earnings. Youre always vested in your ASA portion - its always yours.
Pension - The pension portion of the retirement benefit is funded by contributions made by the employer over the course of the employees career and separate from the annuity savings account. Employees enrolled in the PERF Hybrid plan are eligible for retirement benefits at age sixty-five (65) if they have ten (10) or more years of creditable service. After June 30, 1995, employees may retire at age sixty (60) with at least fifteen (15) years of credible service or if the members age in years plus the years of credible service equals at least 85 and the member is at least fifty-five (55) years of age. With fifteen (15) or more years of creditable service, the employee may retire as early as age fifty (50) with a reduced pension.
With the PERF My Choice: Retirement Savings Plan, the ASA is split up into two parts:
Part one - This consists of the mandatory employee contribution of three (3%) percent of compensation (made for the employee by the City), plus interest credits or earnings. Youre always vested in your ASA portion - its always yours.
Part two - This consists of an additional variable rate contribution paid by the City toward your ASA. This variable rate contribution is currently 1% of your gross wages. Vesting in the value of the variable rate employer contribution will vary by length of participation. You are:
Annuity Savings Account (ASA) -This consists of the mandatory employee contribution of three (3%) percent of compensation (made for the employee by the City), plus interest credits or earnings. Youre always vested in your ASA portion - its always yours.
Pension - The pension portion of the retirement benefit is funded by contributions made by the employer over the course of the employees career and separate from the annuity savings account. Employees enrolled in the PERF Hybrid plan are eligible for retirement benefits at age sixty-five (65) if they have ten (10) or more years of creditable service. After June 30, 1995, employees may retire at age sixty (60) with at least fifteen (15) years of credible service or if the members age in years plus the years of credible service equals at least 85 and the member is at least fifty-five (55) years of age. With fifteen (15) or more years of creditable service, the employee may retire as early as age fifty (50) with a reduced pension.
The Indiana General Assembly has enacted a provision that allows public employees to make voluntary contributions in addition to the mandatory three percent (3%) contributions. Employees may contribute up to an additional ten- percent (10%) of their compensation per pay period to the annuity savings account. This means that the maximum level of contributions to the annuity savings account under this new provision is thirteen percent (13%) of an employees compensation per pay period.
Employees who separate from the city within their first ten (10) years of employment need to contact INPRS - PERF regarding their ASA account.
Questions relating to PERF may be directed to INPRS - PERF at:
Indiana Public Retirement System
Public Employees Retirement Fund
One North Capitol, Suite 001
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
(888) 236-3544
Employer City of Indianapolis and Marion County
Address 200 E. Washington Street
CCB 1501
Indianapolis, Indiana, 46204
Phone 317-327-5211
Website http://www.indy.gov