Who We Are:
At Challenge Unlimited, our vision is to become a national leader in providing employment services to people with disabilities that empower them to reach their full potential. We intentionally provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities which will assist them to live, work, and participate in the community.
Challenge Unlimited is driven by its core values: community, helpfulness, abilities, leadership, learning, ethics, innovation, growth, and effective outcomes. It is these values that have powered Challenge Unlimited to its success and has helped over 600 disabled individuals find meaningful work across all of our locations.
Position Summary:The Junior Marketing Coordinator executes on the strategic marketing initiatives that promote Challenge Unlimited’s mission of providing opportunities to individuals with disabilities. This entry-level role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to grow in a purpose-driven environment. The role also includes administrative responsibilities to ensure smooth day-to-day operations within the marketing department. The ideal candidate is capable of independently completing assigned tasks while maintaining alignment with team goals.
- Pay Rate: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour
- Schedule: Full-Time, 8:00am - 4:30pm; Flexibility as work needs arise
- Location: Alton, ILÂ
Key Responsibilities:- Assist in the development and distribution of marketing materials, including flyers, newsletters, and social media content.
- Support planning and logistics for community outreach and fundraising efforts.
- Coordinate updates to the company website and intranet with current news, efforts, and resources.
- Track marketing campaign performance and compile basic reports for internal review.
- Maintain marketing databases, contact lists, and digital asset libraries.
- Provide administrative support including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, taking meeting notes, managing calendars, business development support and processing purchase orders or invoices.
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure consistent messaging and branding.
- Assist with vendor communications and maintain records of marketing expenditures and contracts.
- Take ownership of assigned projects and tasks, ensuring timely and accurate completion with minimal supervision.
Position Qualifications:- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 0–2 years of experience in a marketing or communications role (internships count).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with social media platforms, email marketing tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Basic understanding of design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
- Passion for community service and inclusion is highly valued.
Core Competencies:- Team-oriented with a proactive attitude.
- Organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Creative thinker with attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
- Committed to the mission and values of Challenge Unlimited.
Benefits:- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Life Insurance (Basic & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- Employee Assistance Program
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Powered by JazzHR
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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