Business Coordinator, Communications

 The National Pork Board is seeking a dynamic addition to our Business Coordinator team. Reporting to the VP of Human Resources, the Business Coordinator- Communications will provide direct administrative support to a Communications VP and team of 16 colleagues. This position will also assist 5 other Business Coordinators and their respective departments when needed. 

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to: 

• Provide administrative support to various team members; maintain and update calendars, coordinate travel/hotel arrangements.  
• Organize, coordinate and plan internal/external meetings, executing event details (food and beverage details, audio/visual needs, entertainment, speakers, agendas, speaker presentations, travel, etc.) for meetings and events.  
• General support to producers, specifically producers on National Pork Board Task Forces or Advisory Groups, including travel arrangements and expense reporting and reconciliation. 
• Produce and distribute correspondence; compile special reports, spreadsheets, and other documents; organize and distribute mailings. 
• May edit or proofread written communications produced by Communication team members.  
• Coordinate content for USDA review and approval. 
• Assist with contract administration, purchase orders and processing invoices. 
• Support the hiring/onboarding for new and transitioning employees. 
• Assist with special projects as they arise and perform other duties as assigned. 
• Prioritization of tasks/duties providing check-ins with team members to ensure team is optimally performing and meeting deadlines. 

• High school diploma or equivalent, 2- or 4-year college degree in communications, marketing, or business preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of administrative work, office management, or similar related experience.
• Well versed and current with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, OneNote, etc.), and tend to pick up quickly on new software programs. 
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and writing skills. 
• Ability to multi-task responsibilities with competing priorities, work well under pressure and plan ahead to meet deadlines.  
• Outstanding attention to detail and organization skills including problem-solving and critical thinking. 
• Knowledge of project management concepts and processes. 
• Ability to maintain confidential information.  
• Positive attitude, enjoy working independently and being part of a diverse team. 

This position can work a hybrid work arrangement of 3 days in office, 2 days remotely. Travel may be required (10%) to provide on-site support of events throughout the year. Experience with online travel reservations, Asana and/or Salesforce is a plus. A communications background is a plus. 

Full-time starting salary range: $58,000-$68,000.  Please note: This starting range is based on a general market pay assessment. However, individual salary decisions take into account a variety of factors including but not limited to: business and local market considerations, internal equity, and overall candidate skills, education and experience. 

The National Pork Board’s corporate office is located in Clive, IA. Application deadline is 05/07/2025 however, we may speak to qualified candidates prior to the close date.

The National Pork Board has responsibility for Checkoff-funded research, promotion and consumer information projects and for communicating with pork producers and the public. The Pork Checkoff funds national and state programs in advertising, consumer information, retail and foodservice marketing, export market promotion, production improvement, technology, swine health, pork safety and environmental management. Applicants should be able to support the mission of the organization with enthusiasm to serve U.S. pork producers. 

The National Pork Board, an equal opportunity employer, offers an exceptional benefits package and work environment. We have been nationally recognized as one of Inc. Magazine’s “Best Places to Work”. Check us out at www.porkcheckoff.org