Communications Coordinator

Nashville Public Radio; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) in Rockville, MD, seeks a Communications Coordinator to support its communications, marketing, digital content and event initiatives. The role involves content production, website management (WordPress), email campaigns, social media publishing, and project coordination for conferences and educational programs.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in communications or related field and 2–5 years’ experience, strong editorial

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of professional experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Occasional travel and flexible work hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, proofread, and publish content for websites, newsletters, email communications, and marketing materials.
• Maintain editorial calendars and publishing schedules.
• Support content planning for conferences and educational programs.
• Coordinate content reviews and publishing workflows.
• Update and maintain WordPress websites.
• Build and deploy email campaigns and social media content.
• Monitor digital content for brand consistency.

Skills

Content creation

Editorial calendars

Content editing

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or a related field

Tools

WordPress

Microsoft Office

Job description

ABOUT

The Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) serves the unique needs of approximately 3,000 firms involved in heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, plumbing, piping, and mechanical service.

MCAA’s mission is to guide and support member success to build a stronger, more sustainable future for the mechanical contracting industry. Through member-driven resources, comprehensive education, and strategic partnerships, we empower members to shape a future

of unparalleled innovation and growth.

At MCAA, we pledge to deliver the highest quality educational resources, best-in-class networking, labor relations, and legislative advocacy with unmatched member benefits. We’ll

be your trusted guide and voice in the ever-evolving mechanical contracting industry, helping

you navigate change and embrace new opportunities with confidence.

With a comprehensive blend of educational resources, proactive advocacy, labor relations and trusted partnerships, MCAA is the leading authority for mechanical contractors. We are unwavering in our commitment to support our members and advance the industry.

CULTURE

At MCAA we strive to promote a collaborative environment that will support our mission and pledge to our members. The following are the internal MCAA core values:

• “M” Members: As an association, our members always come first. Our goal is to move the industry forward and advance the best interests of the community we represent.
• C” Collaboration: We work as a team, succeed as a team, and grow as a team. When we work together, we do so with respect and openness. We learn from each other and build off strengths.
• “A” Accountability: We hold ourselves to the highest degree of integrity and transparent communication to cultivate a culture of accountability where every team member actively takes responsibility for their actions and decisions, and the resulting impact on the team. We empower each team member to make informed decisions and choose to create an environment where seeking guidance is not just accepted but encouraged.
• “A” Advancement: We are dedicated to continuous growth and development. We encourage everyone to take advantage of career development tools and be open to new opportunities.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Location: Rockville, MD, Hybrid Opportunity after 90 Days

Reports to: Executive Director, Communications

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary Range: $60,000-$80,000, commensurate with experience

OVERVIEW

The Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Communications Coordinator to support the execution of the association's communications, marketing, digital content, and event initiatives.

This role assists with content production, website management, email communications, social media publishing, project coordination, and conference marketing efforts. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, manages multiple priorities effectively, and is committed to delivering accurate, high-quality work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Content & Communications

• Draft, edit, proofread, and publish content for websites, newsletters, email communications, marketing materials, and association resources.
• Maintain editorial calendars, publishing schedules, content archives, and communication resources.
• Support content planning and production efforts for conferences, educational programs, workforce development initiatives, and member engagement activities.
• Coordinate content reviews, approvals, and publishing workflows to ensure accuracy and timely delivery.

Digital Communications & Marketing

• Update and maintain content across MCAA websites using WordPress and related content management systems.
• Build and deploy email marketing campaigns and association communications.
• Coordinate social media publishing and digital marketing efforts across approved channels.
• Monitor and maintain digital content to ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment with MCAA brand standards.
• Assist with reporting and performance tracking for digital communications initiatives.

Communications Operations

• Maintain project schedules, production timelines, marketing deliverables, and department workflows.
• Track deadlines, approvals, and project assets across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Coordinate communication among stakeholders to support efficient project execution.
• Assist with documenting department procedures, standards, and processes.

Conference & Event Support

• Support marketing and communication efforts for conferences, meetings, webinars, and special events.
• Assist with conference websites, attendee communications, mobile app content, speaker materials, and promotional assets.
• Coordinate presentation collection, event content updates, and production deliverables.
• Provide on-site support for conferences, meetings, and association events as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or a related field, with two to five years of professional experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new technologies and workflows quickly.
• Occasional travel and flexible work hours, including evenings and weekends, required to support conferences, educational programs, meetings, and special events.