Communications and Engagement Coordinator Jobs
Communications and Engagement Coordinator jobs are open across nonprofits, healthcare, higher education, and government agencies, from entry-level to senior coordinator, with specializations in internal communications, community outreach, and stakeholder engagement. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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What We're Looking For
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.This opportunity entails planning, developing, and leading public involvement strategies and programs for clients to facilitate communication and acceptance of projects and initiatives.
What You’ll Do:
- Manages day to day operations and oversees the creation of marketing and communications collateral to ensure that it is consistent with client brand guidelines and quality standards including fact sheets, presentations, press releases and reports.
- Implements public involvement, communications, and outreach strategies and programs for clients to facilitate communication and acceptance of projects and initiatives and monitor their success.
- Develops content to provide consistent, targeted, and impactful messages
- Directs the development of and approves speeches, presentation materials, correspondence, digital media (such as social media, email newsletters, and websites) and other media for client review.
- Engages with client to develop, recommend and determine appropriate communications vehicles to disseminate project or program information with stakeholders as directed by the communications plan and the client.
- Identifies stakeholder perceptions of the initiative and its services, and makes recommendations necessary to improve perceptions, build support and advance project or program goals.
- Defines and reports key performance indicators (KPIs) to indicate a campaign's level of effectiveness.
- Plans and coordinates community meetings including scheduling, determining location, and ensuring proper setup and materials are present.
- Oversees compliance with rules and laws specifically outlined by state and federal regulations and those that may be requested by clients.
- Implements quality control procedures to ensure team is producing high quality programs.
- Contributes ideas for new initiatives through research and recommends innovative communications and outreach techniques
- Responsible for the recruitment, hiring, mentoring, development, and retention of staff, including performance and compensation reviews.
- Contracts with and manages sub-consultants for public/community relations, graphic design, and other outside work when needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism or related field and 8 years of relevant experience, or
- In lieu of education, 12 years of relevant experience
Additional Information
Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. #AR #MarketingSalesCommunications.
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NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
What We're Looking For
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.This opportunity entails planning, developing, and leading public involvement strategies and programs for clients to facilitate communication and acceptance of projects and initiatives.
What You’ll Do:
- Manages day to day operations and oversees the creation of marketing and communications collateral to ensure that it is consistent with client brand guidelines and quality standards including fact sheets, presentations, press releases and reports.
- Implements public involvement, communications, and outreach strategies and programs for clients to facilitate communication and acceptance of projects and initiatives and monitor their success.
- Develops content to provide consistent, targeted, and impactful messages
- Directs the development of and approves speeches, presentation materials, correspondence, digital media (such as social media, email newsletters, and websites) and other media for client review.
- Engages with client to develop, recommend and determine appropriate communications vehicles to disseminate project or program information with stakeholders as directed by the communications plan and the client.
- Identifies stakeholder perceptions of the initiative and its services, and makes recommendations necessary to improve perceptions, build support and advance project or program goals.
- Defines and reports key performance indicators (KPIs) to indicate a campaign's level of effectiveness.
- Plans and coordinates community meetings including scheduling, determining location, and ensuring proper setup and materials are present.
- Oversees compliance with rules and laws specifically outlined by state and federal regulations and those that may be requested by clients.
- Implements quality control procedures to ensure team is producing high quality programs.
- Contributes ideas for new initiatives through research and recommends innovative communications and outreach techniques
- Responsible for the recruitment, hiring, mentoring, development, and retention of staff, including performance and compensation reviews.
- Contracts with and manages sub-consultants for public/community relations, graphic design, and other outside work when needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism or related field and 8 years of relevant experience, or
- In lieu of education, 12 years of relevant experience
Additional Information
Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. #AR #MarketingSalesCommunications.
Locations:
Austin, TX.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in communications and engagement coordinator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, or a related field
- Experience writing and editing communications for diverse internal or external audiences
- Proficiency with email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp, Constant Contact, or similar tools
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Experience coordinating events, community outreach programs, or stakeholder engagement initiatives
- Familiarity with content management systems, social platforms, and basic graphic design tools
Tips for Your Communications and Engagement Coordinator Job Search
Tailor your resume to the channel
Highlight the specific communication channels you've managed, whether email campaigns, intranet content, or public-facing newsletters. Hiring managers want to see the medium, not just the message, so name the platforms and audience size where you can.
Quantify your engagement outcomes
Open rates, event attendance, survey response rates, and community growth numbers make your impact concrete. Pull these figures from your past campaigns before applying, since generic claims about 'increasing engagement' are easy to overlook without data behind them.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists communications and engagement coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Read the stakeholder map before applying
Job postings for this role often mention specific audiences, such as employees, donors, community members, or elected officials. Match your cover letter to that exact audience, drawing on your experience with the same stakeholder group rather than writing a general pitch.
Prepare a writing and campaign sample
Most hiring panels ask for a work sample or short writing exercise. Bring two or three clean examples that show range, one internal communication, one external-facing piece, and ideally one that shows how a campaign performed after launch.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate pay
In interviews, ask whether the role owns content creation, strategy, or both. Coordinators who inherit fragmented responsibilities often face conflicting priorities from day one, so clarifying ownership early helps you evaluate the offer on its actual workload, not just the title.
Communications and Engagement Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most communications and engagement coordinators?
Apple, ISS World, and WilmerHale are hiring the most communications and engagement coordinators right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nonprofits, health systems, and universities consistently account for a large share of active postings in this role.
How many communications and engagement coordinator jobs are remote?
About 85% of communications and engagement coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for flexible arrangements in this field. Internal communications and digital content roles tend to have the highest remote availability, while community outreach and event-focused positions are more likely to require in-person presence.
How do you become a communications and engagement coordinator?
Start with a degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a closely related field, then build hands-on experience through internships, volunteer communications work, or entry-level roles in marketing or community outreach. Develop a portfolio that demonstrates writing range and campaign management. Familiarity with email marketing tools, content management systems, and stakeholder engagement practices will strengthen your candidacy significantly.
Can you get a communications and engagement coordinator job with little experience?
Yes, many entry-level coordinator roles are designed for candidates with one to two years of experience, often gained through internships, campus communications offices, or volunteer work with nonprofits. Focus your applications on organizations that mention onboarding support or team-based environments, and lead with any demonstrated writing, event coordination, or community outreach work, even if unpaid.
What does the communications and engagement coordinator interview process look like?
Most hiring processes for this role include an initial phone or video screen, a panel interview with communications or program staff, and a practical exercise such as a writing sample, mock campaign brief, or short presentation. Some employers add a second-round conversation with leadership or cross-functional partners. The practical component is common, so prepare polished work samples in advance.
Where can I find and apply to communications and engagement coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to communications and engagement coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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