Responsibilities

• To provide communications/public relations services to the district, each department and school.
• To function as a communications coordinator during emergencies on district or school levels.
• To coordinate and manage district programs and events related to the school board or public engagement initiatives.
• Serve as information liaison between the total school system and the community at large and represent the district within various community organizations.
• Serve as the liaison between the district and the D230 Foundation board.
• Develop and manage D230 Alumni programs and maintain a database for contact information of alumni and submit regular communication.
• Solicit feedback through formal and informal means on activities, products, and purposes of the community relations program and the school district in general.
• Develop email, voicemail, intranet, or other electronic systems that facilitate communication with and among employees, accompanied by procedures for the appropriate use of the system(s).
• Assist with speeches for the Superintendent and Board of Education as needed.
• Collaborate regularly within the schools within the district to support and influence community relation efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) from a four-year college or university, in public relations, communications, marketing, or related field.
• Six months to one-year related experience and/or training preferred
• Ability to type and use computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheet, and other applicable database applications.
• Demonstrated pursuit and interest in continuing education, professional growth, and/or participation in professional activities with an intent to maintain current knowledge and expertise in the field.
• Relevant knowledge and experience in serving an educational organization in a leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with all stakeholders in facilitating continuous organizational improvement.
• Consistent record of leading and promoting educational, social, and professional equality and ethical decision-making.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders within the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain professional and productive relationships with all stakeholders.