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Apple Canyon Lake POA

Communications & Recreation Administrator

Apple Canyon Lake POA, Apple River, Illinois, United States, 61001


Apple Canyon Lake (ACL) is a private recreational community located in northwest Illinois only a few miles from Galena. We are excited to announce an opening for a dynamic individual to join our team as a Communication & Recreation Administrator. In this role, you will be the supporting force behind creating

engaging communications and organizing recreational activities that foster a thriving culture for Apple Canyon

Lake. If you have a flair for communication and a talent for event coordination, we invite you to apply your talents

to our organization where your efforts will assist in further building our community.

Job Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement communications to effectively promote recreation programs and initiatives. Engage in recreation events, some of which may be on weekends.

- Manage internal and external communication channels, including social media platforms, newsletters, websites, and news releases. Apple Canyon Lake publishes a monthly newsletter and weekly email blasts to keep our Property Owners up to date on current events.

- Coordinate with various Property Owner Committees and internal departments to up to date messaging and branding across all communication materials.

- Plan, organize, and oversee Ct recreational activities and workshops to engage both Property Owners and occasionally the public.

- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication campaigns and recreational events, making adjustments as necessary.

- Establish and maintain partnerships with local organizations, sponsors, vendors and stakeholders to support community recreation programs.

- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding public communications and recreational events.

- Respond to inquiries and concerns related to recreation programs and general communications in a timely

and professional manner.

- Stay abreast of trends in communication and recreational management to continuously improve ACL

services and engage the community.

Job Requirements

- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a communications role, preferably within a recreational or community service environment

- Proven ability to craft and release effective communications across various platforms

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clear and engaging content

- Proficiency in social media management and digital communication tools

- Experience with event planning

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

- Creative thinking with the ability to develop innovative programs and events to engage community members

- Knowledge of graphic design principles and proficiency with design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.)

- Ability to collect and analyze feedback and data to inform communication strategies and program

effectiveness.

- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within community programs and communication efforts

- Availability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends for events and programs

- Successfully engage with other members of the ACL Staff

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