Communications Coordinator

Join the FHLBC team!

At the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, employees come first - that's why we offer a highly competitive compensation and bonus package, and access to a comprehensive benefits program designed to meet the needs of our employees.

• Retirement program (401k and Pension)

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• Lifestyle Spending Account

• Generous PTO plan

• 11 paid holidays per year

• Hybrid working model

Who we are:

FHLBank Chicago partners with our members in Illinois and Wisconsin to provide them competitively priced funding, a reasonable return on their investment in the Bank, and support for their community investment activities. We are one of 11 Federal Home Loan Banks created by Congress in 1932 as a government sponsored enterprise to support mortgage lending and community investment. We are member owned and member focused. Our members include banks, credit unions, insurance companies and CDFIs.

What it's like to work here:

At FHLBank Chicago, we bring people together. We are committed to a high performing, engaged workforce and inclusive culture, and to supporting the communities we serve across Illinois and Wisconsin. We celebrate, embrace and recognize all viewpoints to sustain a work environment that respects each of us. Our regular Town Hall and All-Staff meetings keep employees informed and our values drive the work that we do. Our Buddy Program pairs new hires with tenured employees to guide their onboarding, and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and engagement teams create connections around shared interests and experiences. We offer live and on-demand professional development opportunities to grow your skillset and your career.

What you'll do:

The Communications Coordinator supports the Bank's internal and external communications team targeting the Bank's members, its employees, and other external audiences including through social media. This position is a visible role so a successful candidate must exhibit a high level of professionalism and be a steward of the Bank's mission, vision, and corporate brand.

How you'll make an impact:

• Delivering daily administrative support to a cross-functional team through research, maintenance of accounts, tracker updates and reporting
• Creating meaningful written, editorial, graphic design, creative, social, and visual content to show the value of the FHLBank Chicago for its members and their communities.

What you can expect:

• Support communications managers on the execution of the strategic goals of the communications department
• Maintain online brand store, branded inventory, team calendars, team reports - ensuring timely updates to Group and Bank wide, capture stats as needed for quarterly reporting and required metrics
• Partner with internal business unit stakeholders to successfully execute the business unit's internal communications content and social media initiatives
• Create content for web site, digital and social distribution channels, graphic design support
• Support the Bank's member events by managing the Bank's events calendar and generating social media content
• Contribute to the production of marketing communications materials, presentations, and publications
• Assist in the implementation of internal employee engagement campaigns, in-office screens, building surveys and on-site all staff meetings and calls
• Other tasks as assigned

What you'll bring:

• 1-2 years experience in communications, public relations, social media, marketing, or related field
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or other Business discipline from an accredited college or university or 1-3 years of equivalent experience
• Demonstrated knowledge and execution of internal and external communications, writing, editing
• Social media acumen
• Content management system and html email marketing program experience a plus
• Ability to drive creative solutions and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
• Capacity to develop relationships with business unit stakeholders and communications managers
• Highly organized and excellent project management skills; flexibility to manage multiple projects
• Excellent communications skills with strong writing and content development skills
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite products preferred (Photoshop and InDesign)
• Proficient with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Visio)

The perks:

At FHLBank Chicago, we believe in rewarding our high performing workforce. We offer a highly competitive compensation and bonus package, and access to a comprehensive benefits program designed to meet the needs of our employees. Our retirement program includes a 401(k) and pension plan. Our wellbeing program supports employees at work and in their personal lives: Our generous PTO plan provides five weeks of vacation for new employees and 11 paid holidays per year; our Lifestyle Spending Account provides an annual stipend for employees to support wellbeing activities; and our central downtown location at the Old Post Office provides easy access to public transportation and breathtaking views from our award-winning rooftop. Step into a brighter future with us. #LI-Hybrid