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4/7/2026: Marketing Coordinator

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GREATER MANKATO AREA UNITED WAY

Job Description

(Non-exempt)

TITLE:                    Marketing Coordinator

REPORTS TO:        Chief Operating Officer

HOURS:                  40 hours per week. Includes some evenings and weekends.

POSITION SUMMARY:   

This full-time position provides comprehensive and effective marketing/communications, design, and web coordination, as well as support for outreach, events, and general activities of the organization.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

Designs and creates marketing and support materials and services, including print, digital, and social media. Manages website and online webforms. Develops and implements Greater Mankato Area United Way’s marketing and communications materials, including for general activities, events, community outreach, campaign, special projects/programming, and campaign, both external and internal.

Possesses Greater Mankato Area United Way’s core values of Integrity, Commitment, Collaboration, and Accountability and believes in United Way’s mission of improving people’s lives.
 

MAJOR FUNCTIONS & TASKS:

1. Perform marketing/communications activities and services.

• Create communications and marketing materials (including print materials, flyers, newsletters, mailings, e-newsletters, email campaigns, social posts, videos, etc.), working with external parties as relevant
• Manage marketing calendar for events and other activities
• Manage social media calendar and content posting
• Manage Greater Mankato Area United Way website and work with support as needed
• Take photos and videos
• Assist in media relations

• Provide comprehensive coordination and follow-through on all components of a project from start to finish
• Represent United Way at community events, fairs, and expos
• Assist in preparation and execution of events and activities
• Make in-kind requests for outside services
• Coordinate RFPs and ordering of marketing and promotional materials, as needed

2. Perform support activities for campaign, community impact, initiatives, and special projects.
   
   • Assist in marketing needs for events, business development activities, and community initiatives
   • Engage with sponsors, businesses, and community members to promote United Way’s mission and work
   • Support volunteer and impact communications

3. Other duties, as assigned

DESIRED SKILLS:

Experience in marketing, communications, social media, design, or similar role. Must have demonstrable design skills, with experience in Adobe InDesign preferred. Must be highly detail-oriented, creative, resourceful, willing to learn, and passionate about helping others. Must be a good communicator who is excited to engage others in United Way’s mission to improve lives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, Constant Contact (or similar email platform), website management, and social media management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Takes initiative and understands the comprehensive needs of a project
• Ability to multitask and problem-solve
• Works well both independently and collaboratively with the entire team
• Ability to represent the organization and its work to the public

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position requires occasional lifting of items
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds and use a handcart

ABOUT US:            

Greater Mankato Area United Way is a dynamic nonprofit organization located in Mankato, Minnesota, serving Blue Earth, Le Sueur, Nicollet, and Waseca counties. We focus on the impact areas of basic needs, health, and education to ensure our region stays strong and balanced. The programs and initiatives we support serve more than 65,000 people each year. Supported by over 1,800 annual volunteers, we convene and connect the community to build a better tomorrow for all.

TO APPLY:

Please send resume and cover letter to:

Rachel Volkman, Executive Assistant

rachelv@mankatounitedway.org

1/13/2026: Director of Finance & Administration

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GREATER MANKATO AREA UNITED WAY

Job Description (Exempt)

TITLE:                               Director of Finance and Administration

REPORTS TO:                   CEO

POSITION/HOURS:          Full-time; exempt. Includes occasional evenings and weekends.

PAY RANGE:                    $72,800 to $95,000 per year ($35.00 to $45.67 per hour), depending on qualifications

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Performs all of the accounting and financial-related functions of the organization and is part of the administrative team. Possesses Greater Mankato Area United Way’s core values of Integrity, Commitment, Collaboration, and Accountability and believes in United Way’s mission of improving people’s lives.

ABOUT US:

Greater Mankato Area United Way is a dynamic nonprofit organization located in Mankato, Minnesota, serving Blue Earth, Le Sueur, Nicollet, and Waseca counties. We focus on the impact areas of basic needs, health, and education to ensure our region stays strong and balanced. Our programs are thoroughly vetted by community-led impact teams and serve more than 65,000 people each year. Supported by over 1,800 annual volunteers, we convene and connect the community to build a better tomorrow for all.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

1. Ensure accountability by preparing accurate quarterly financial statements, monthly bank reconciliations, verification of deposits, and all aspects of the annual budget, all government reports, journal entries (adjusting, clearing and closing), and reconciling subsidiary ledgers.

2. Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll coordination with our outsourced payroll managers and CEO. Prepare event/sponsor invoices and post payments. Work with the administrative team to ensure accurate and timely reports. Prepare monthly campaign accounts receivable and update reports along with quarterly financial reports for Executive Committee and Board of Directors.

3. Work with employee group benefit insurances as well as the corporate liability insurances and worker’s compensation insurance.

4. Attend and participate on Finance Committee, Executive Committee, and Board of Directors. Updated: 2026

5. Act as United Way staff liaison to ensure successful completion of annual audit, federal 990, United Way Worldwide reports and certifications, and state annual reporting. Conduct RFP’s when needed and investment analysis.

6. Be a link between Donation Tracker accounts receivable and QuickBooks financial software. Work with the Data Systems Manager to reconcile the records between Donation Tracker and QuickBooks to ensure accurate reporting and collecting of donation receivables.

7. Assist with data entry and report generation relating to campaign pledges when needed during peak campaign months.

8. Ensure the completion of United Way reports such as but not limited to: Data Base II, Membership Certification, and other required reports.

SECONDARY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

1. Act as a backup in handling campaign statistical reports.

2. Maintain allocation statistical reports as required.

3. Prepare other reports for staff as requested and as time permits.

4. Complete and submit annual State Combined Campaign application.

5. Provide general office support.

6. Perform other duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. Preferably a degree with accounting, bookkeeping, or business emphasis.

2. Preferably nonprofit experience.

3. Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping functions.

4. Knowledge and experience with QuickBooks accounting software.

5. Experience with MS Office applications with an emphasis in Excel.

6. Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work and complete it accurately within established time frames.

7. Ability to effectively communicate via written and verbal communication with people at all levels.

8. Demonstrate integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TO APPLY:

Please send cover letter and resume to:

Rachel Volkman, Executive Assistant

RachelV@mankatounitedway.org