Public Agency Retirement Services
Marketing Communciations Specialist
Public Agency Retirement Services, Newport Beach, California, us, 92659
Job DescriptionThe Marketing Communications Specialist is instrumental in key marketing and sales activities for Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS). This role supports the promotion and sale of retirement plans and trusts for local governments and educational agencies nationwide by writing and editing marketing content for a variety of mediums, and providing other sales support as needed. The position would report to the Senior Manager, Consulting and Manager, Marketing Communications and would work hand-in-hand with the Marketing and Sales teams.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Proposal/Request for Proposal (RFP) Response Writing and Production
Prepare written responses for assigned RFPs and other proposals for public agencies
Work closely with the RFP team to create, write, edit, review and complete RFP responses and proposals by deadline, coordinating with other departments as needed
Assist in tracking outstanding RFP submissions, provide timely follow-up communications (such as interview presentations and questions), and in production of periodic win/loss reports
Monitor and assist with RFP and governmental news tracking systems
Assist in the operation and updating of RFP management software
Marketing Support
Prepare, review, and edit written content for marketing emails, presentations, webinars, website, and promotional materials such as flyers and brochures
Prepare written responses/proposals for requests for speaking roles/presentations for conferences
Manage and support marketing projects and research
Sales Support
Coordinate with various departments to prepare and/or assist in the preparation of sales materials, presentations, proposals, reports, and analyses
Assist with client communications
Provide support for sales meetings
Manage and support sales projects and research
Other duties and special projects as required
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Public Administration, Political Science, English, Journalism, Business Administration, Marketing or Communications
Excellent writing/editing skills, including technical writing, generating new written content, and editing written content for a variety of mediums
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple projects, tasks and demands
Ability to work without direct supervision and efficiently manage tasks and time
Ability to perform research and analysis related to sales/marketing and public affairs matters
Versatility in marketing and technical writing to prepare a variety of communications
Strong work ethic, critical thinking, problem solving, and interpersonal skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with public agencies, financial services, and/or retirement plans
Knowledge of local, state, and federal government structures and operations
Experience with marketing and sales communications in various forms, such as long and short form proposals, RFPs, grant writing, and digital marketing
Experience with RFP management software
Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or other pension-related coursework preferred
Company Description
Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) was established in 1983 to provide the analysis, design and implementation of customized retirement solutions for public agencies (schools and cities). We are the largest local agency-controlled, multi-employer, governmental retirement system in the state. A unique blend of financial expertise combined with exceptional products, a flexible approach to problem solving, and conscientious service has enabled us to become a valued benefits consultant to our many clients across the country. We’re well positioned to maintain our reputation as an industry leader. And we need you to help keep us there!
PARS was founded and built through the entrepreneurial spirit of its founders and team members. We need other motivated team players who are upbeat and proactive as well as able to take direction. Your contribution to our continued success affords opportunities for advancement and rewards, new challenges, as well as the satisfaction of being a productive member of a company that is providing a real, tangible benefit to people. We offer competitive salaries and a company culture that can’t be beat.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
Proposal/Request for Proposal (RFP) Response Writing and Production
Prepare written responses for assigned RFPs and other proposals for public agencies
Work closely with the RFP team to create, write, edit, review and complete RFP responses and proposals by deadline, coordinating with other departments as needed
Assist in tracking outstanding RFP submissions, provide timely follow-up communications (such as interview presentations and questions), and in production of periodic win/loss reports
Monitor and assist with RFP and governmental news tracking systems
Assist in the operation and updating of RFP management software
Marketing Support
Prepare, review, and edit written content for marketing emails, presentations, webinars, website, and promotional materials such as flyers and brochures
Prepare written responses/proposals for requests for speaking roles/presentations for conferences
Manage and support marketing projects and research
Sales Support
Coordinate with various departments to prepare and/or assist in the preparation of sales materials, presentations, proposals, reports, and analyses
Assist with client communications
Provide support for sales meetings
Manage and support sales projects and research
Other duties and special projects as required
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Public Administration, Political Science, English, Journalism, Business Administration, Marketing or Communications
Excellent writing/editing skills, including technical writing, generating new written content, and editing written content for a variety of mediums
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple projects, tasks and demands
Ability to work without direct supervision and efficiently manage tasks and time
Ability to perform research and analysis related to sales/marketing and public affairs matters
Versatility in marketing and technical writing to prepare a variety of communications
Strong work ethic, critical thinking, problem solving, and interpersonal skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with public agencies, financial services, and/or retirement plans
Knowledge of local, state, and federal government structures and operations
Experience with marketing and sales communications in various forms, such as long and short form proposals, RFPs, grant writing, and digital marketing
Experience with RFP management software
Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or other pension-related coursework preferred
Company Description
Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) was established in 1983 to provide the analysis, design and implementation of customized retirement solutions for public agencies (schools and cities). We are the largest local agency-controlled, multi-employer, governmental retirement system in the state. A unique blend of financial expertise combined with exceptional products, a flexible approach to problem solving, and conscientious service has enabled us to become a valued benefits consultant to our many clients across the country. We’re well positioned to maintain our reputation as an industry leader. And we need you to help keep us there!
PARS was founded and built through the entrepreneurial spirit of its founders and team members. We need other motivated team players who are upbeat and proactive as well as able to take direction. Your contribution to our continued success affords opportunities for advancement and rewards, new challenges, as well as the satisfaction of being a productive member of a company that is providing a real, tangible benefit to people. We offer competitive salaries and a company culture that can’t be beat.
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