What You’ll Do:
- Lead marketing and communication efforts that increase awareness, engagement, and support for the Foundation.
- Create compelling content for newsletters, email campaigns, fundraising appeals, social media, web, and donor communications.
- Plan and execute fundraising, recognition, and community events, including logistics, vendor coordination, volunteer support, and on-site leadership.
- Manage the Foundation’s social media presence, email marketing platform, and content calendar.
- Coordinate awards and recognition programs that celebrate students, educators, and community partners.
- Support positive donor experiences through timely acknowledgments and thoughtful engagement.
- Collaborate with board members, school partners, volunteers, and community sponsors.
- Provide administrative and database support related to donors, events, and communications.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in marketing, communications, social media, and event coordination.
- Minimum revenue generation of $250k yearly.
- Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with CRM systems and design tools (Canva or Adobe) preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and a service-oriented mindset.
- Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends for events.
- Mission-Driven Impact: Your work directly supports students, educators, and schools, helping strengthen educational opportunities in our community.
- Creative & Collaborative Environment: You’ll have the opportunity to shape messaging, lead projects, and bring new ideas to life.
- Community Connection: Build meaningful relationships with donors, volunteers, educators, and local businesses.
- Varied & Engaging Work: No two days are the same—this role blends creativity, strategy, and hands-on event execution.
- Supportive Culture: Flexible scheduling and a collaborative team that values initiative, creativity, and purpose.
Position Details:
This is a full-time, exempt position with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer-sponsored retirement plan; paid time off; and employer-paid life and disability coverage. Flexible scheduling is available to accommodate evening and weekend events.
Essential Physical/Mental Requirements:
- Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally in person and on the phone to provide information and assistance.
- Must have the ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
- Must have the ability to periodically lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. But this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with this position. Job duties are subject to change at any time.
The Gretna Public Schools Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.
Please email a cover letter and resume to Holly Radke: hradke@gpsne.org. The position is open until filled.
