Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Monticello, IA
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Thank you for your interest in a career with Innovative Ag Services, an equal opportunity employer. As we expand our markets and develop new services, we are looking for talented individuals to be part of our fast-paced and dynamic team environment. Our business continues to grow with people from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities, coming together for a common goal: to make Innovative Ag Services our customer’s preferred business partner.
Our corporate office is located in Monticello, Iowa with 30 additional locations scattered throughout Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. We employ 250 fulltime people in Operations, Transportation, Sales, Grain Merchandising, Management, Customer Service, Accounting, IT, Human Resources and Communications. We also hire an additional 120 seasonal employees and interns throughout the year.
As a progressive leader in the agricultural industry, we offer challenging careers in a variety of areas. From accountants to agronomists, our employees enjoy competitive salaries, an exceptional benefits package and a safety-focused work environment.
All applications are reviewed by Human Resources. If and when your background and availability match the requirements for the position for which you have applied, you may be contacted for an interview.
*You must have a valid email address to apply. If you currently do not have an email address.
Innovative Ag Services is an Equal Opportunity employer and is proud to have a drug-free environment. All employment offers are contingent upon applicant successfully completing drug and background screenings.
Position Summary
The Marketing & Communications Coordinator serves as the primary liaison between Innovative Ag Services (IAS) and the Company's external marketing partner. This position is responsible for coordinating internal and external communications, supporting social media and website initiatives, gathering content across business units, and ensuring a consistent and professional brand presence throughout the organization.
The Communications Coordinator is a member of the HR team but works closely with leaders across all departments to identify communication opportunities, coordinate and executing marketing requests, support employee and customer communications, and assist with community engagement activities. While marketing strategy, advertising, website development, and digital campaigns are managed by the external marketing partner, this role is instrumental in ensuring successful execution, alignment, and communication of company initiatives.
The Communications Coordinator will be expected to leverage modern technology and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency, support content development, enhance communications, and help IAS continue advancing its use of innovative workplace solutions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Communications & Content Coordination
- Coordinate internal and external communications across the organization.
- Assist with the development and distribution of employee communications, announcements, newsletters, and promotional materials.
- Gather information, stories, photos, and content from departments and locations throughout the company.
- Ensure messaging is consistent with IAS branding and communication standards.
- Support leadership communications and company-wide initiatives.
Agency Liaison
- Serve as the primary point of contact between IAS and the external marketing partner.
- Coordinate project requests, content submissions, approvals, and timelines.
- Facilitate communication between agency representatives and internal stakeholders.
- Track project progress and ensure deliverables are completed on schedule.
- Review marketing reports and coordinate follow-up activities.
Website & Digital Content Support
- Coordinate website content updates and communicate website needs to the marketing partner.
- Support blog development and content management efforts.
- Assist with gathering information for digital marketing campaigns.
- Help maintain current and accurate online content.
Social Media Support
- Coordinate content for company social media channels.
- Gather photos, videos, employee highlights, customer success stories, and community involvement content.
- Assist with social media content calendars and campaign support.
- Monitor social channels and identify opportunities for engagement and promotion.
Event & Community Engagement Support
- Assist with company events, sponsorships, trade shows, career fairs, and community outreach initiatives.
- Coordinate promotion of community involvement activities.
- Support event communications, photography, and content development.
Brand Support
- Help maintain consistency in company branding and messaging.
- Coordinate marketing materials and communication assets.
- Assist with podcast, video, and promotional project coordination.
- Identify opportunities to improve communication effectiveness and employee engagement.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Business, or related field preferred.
- Two or more years of experience in communications, marketing coordination, public relations, administrative support, or a related field preferred.
- Experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and digital communication tools.
- Ability to build relationships and collaborate across departments.
- Professional judgment and discretion when handling company communications.
- Strong customer-service mindset and ability to represent IAS professionally.
Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability
- Regular use of a computer, telephone, and standard office equipment.
- Occasional travel to company locations, community events, and industry functions.
- Ability to occasionally work outside normal business hours to support events and communications activities.
- Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or, on occasion, carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds. Also flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Some tasks involve repetitive motion.
- Agricultural Environment – seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agricultural products.
Innovative Ag Services is built on its purpose statement: Growing Relationships to Maximize Success! We provide value-added products and services to over 5,000 members in the grain, agronomy, feed, energy and markets. Our 30 locations are conveniently located throughout northeast & central Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. Grow with us!
Innovative Ag Services is an Equal Opportunity employer and is proud to have a drug-free environment. All employment offers are contingent upon applicant successfully completing drug and background screenings.