Public Relations & Marketing Coordinator
LifeServe Blood Center
Healthcare, Manufacturing, Marketing, PR | Full Time | Hybrid | Johnston
Posted: 1/15/26
Job Description
At LifeServe Blood Center, we attribute much of our success to the strength of our marketing department. To build on this momentum, we’re searching for a highly motivated individual to join our marketing team as a Public Relations & Marketing Coordinator. This position plays a key role in bringing LifeServe Blood Center’s mission, strategic plan, and results-oriented priorities to life. This role is responsible for developing, creating, and managing marketing and public relations initiatives, enhancing programs to increase visibility in the community, as well as increasing blood donations for LifeServe Blood Center.
This position will collaborate with the PR & marketing team and other internal or external stakeholders to shape communications, conceptualize and create marketing and PR content, and build replicable community partnerships that advance LifeServe’s mission. This position may also plan, organize, and coordinate large blood collection events throughout LifeServe’s service area.
To be considered for this position, applicants must be within a reasonable commuting distance to Johnston, IA; hybrid work schedule will be available after training has been completed.
Deadline to Apply 1/30/26
Address
5625 NW Johnston Drive
Essential Job Functions
Develops marketing programs, initiatives, and tactics to increase visibility for the organization that lead to strong community engagement, support, and increased blood donations.
Creates content and communications, both internal and external, that advance the reputation and reach of LifeServe in the communities it serves. This includes writing and distributing press releases and internal communications.
Develops and maintains relationships with community organizations, chambers of commerce, and other groups to organize, host, and/or support special events and/or blood drives.
Works collaboratively with recruitment team members to strategically develop and implement new programs for targeted demographics and audiences that lead to increases in first-time blood donors.
Assists with public relations efforts, which include serving as a media spokesperson and community liaison to propel the visibility of the organization.
Assists with finding and creating blood recipients and donor stories and content for public relations and marketing purposes.
Collaborates with team members on social media and digital marketing campaigns, including planning and creating storytelling content.
Works collaboratively with all team members and volunteers across the entire organization.
Ability to self-direct, meet deadlines, establish priorities, and be strategic.
Holds a current driver’s license and has a motor vehicle report meeting insurability requirements required.
Maintains confidentiality of LifeServe Blood Center donors, team members, financial/proprietary records, and other information at all times.
Maintains acceptable attendance.
Education
A bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, advertising, communications, graphic design, or a closely related field;
OR
An associate’s degree in business, marketing, advertising, communications, graphic design, or a closely related field, AND a minimum of 2 years of job experience in business, marketing, advertising, communications, graphic design, or a closely related field;
OR
A minimum of 4 years of job experience in business, marketing, advertising, communications, graphic design, or a closely related field.
Experience
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel, etc.) and a willingness to engage in learning other software.
Working knowledge and experience working on a computer system required.
Experience in establishing, building, and maintaining key relationships.
Benefits
WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER BEING A LIFESERVER
We have served the needs of local hospitals and patients since 1947.
We are one of the 15th largest suppliers of blood in the nation.
OUR BENEFITS ARE JUST YOUR TYPE
When you’re part of a team that saves lives every day, you deserve benefits that have your back.
Part-time team members enjoy:
Vision coverage
403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% contribution after a year (and at least 1,000 service hours)
Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans
Flexible spending accounts for health, limited-purpose, and dependent care
Full-time team members receive all of that plus:
Medical and dental coverage
HSA with employer contribution
Life and AD&D insurance
Supplemental life insurance
LifeServe is proud to support the people who make life-saving moments possible: YOU!
About the Company
Offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of pre-employment, post-offer drug testing and background checks.
LifeServe Blood Center is fully committed to equal employment opportunity. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact us at careers@lifeservebloodcenter.org.
Travel Required
Yes
Resume Required
Yes
Contact Person
Kelsi Gonzalez