Communications and Public Relations Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Communications & Social Media: Manage the school's social media and digital communications, including creating, scheduling, and publishing engaging content for Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
• Monitor social media engagement and metrics and make recommendations to improve reach, engagement, and effectiveness.
• Develop content that highlights student achievements, academic programs, athletics, extracurricular activities, alumni, faculty and staff, fundraising initiatives, school events, and the Catholic mission of SJHS.
• Maintain a consistent and professional voice and visual identity across communication platforms.
• Serve as the school's primary website lead and contact.
• Recommend website improvements and updates and make modifications as needed to ensure the site remains accurate, current, engaging, and user-friendly.
• Writing, Editing, and Public Relations: Write, proofread, and edit print, digital, promotional, and social media materials for the Admissions and Development Departments, as well as for the school as requested.
• Write and distribute press releases and public service announcements (PSAs).
• Serve as the school's primary public relations, promotional, and marketing contact.
• Develop communications that effectively promote the accomplishments, activities, mission, and impact of Saint Joseph High School.

Requirements

• Outstanding verbal, writing, proofreading, editing, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated professional writing experience (does not include AI-generated text).
• Experience managing social media platforms and creating engaging digital content.
• Experience with Canva or a similar graphic design program.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Preferred

• Experience in education, nonprofit sector, Catholic schools, fundraising, or community relations is a plus.

Benefits

• Paid time off