Application Deadline : May 31, 2024

Work Months : 12

Hours : 8 hours per day, 5 days a week

Salary : $34.30 to $41.72 per hour

Start Date : July 1, 2024 Availability to attend District and / or community events on weekends and / or evenings is required

About FCUSD

FCUSD is a growing public school district focused on hiring and retaining excellent staff that represent the communities we serve.

Our staff are expected to inspire excellence in all students by supporting their social-emotional wellness and academic growth.

We work as a team to create welcoming and inclusive environments at our school sites and district office, with a focus on customer service and system improvement.

Staff who choose FCUSD will be supported as they learn their job and opportunities to grow as a professional will be provided.

Working in FCUSD is more than a job, it is a career.

Job Announcement

• Under direction of the Chief Officer of Communication and Community Engagement, the Communication Specialist performs a variety of specialized duties in the research, preparation, composition, design, writing, editing and distribution of a variety of materials in print, video and / or electronic format;
• assist schools and departments in implementing effective communication plans; develop and maintain a specialized knowledge base and skill set relevant to assigned communicating duties, including, but not limited to, website structure, social media platforms, site / department communication strategies, and evolving trends in the communication world;

support objectives including, public relations efforts, strategic communication planS and marketing initiatives, staff professional development, community outreach initiatives, and stakeholder engagement activities that build support and understanding for the District’s schools, programs, and initiatives.

This Specialist will work closely with the Chief Officer to ensure consistency and quality across District communications and adherence to the District’s strategic communication goals and priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Experience / Education : Any combination of education / experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree with major course work in communication, public relations, marketing or a related field and five years’ experience in journalism, public relations, or another communication-related field

Other : A valid California driver's license

KNOWLEDGE :

Current applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures

School district organization, operations, policies, and objectives

Diverse cultures in the community

Public relations and communications practices, ethics and procedures

Operation of a computer and related software

Professional video editing, photo editing, and design software

Graphic design principles and techniques

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary

Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment

Copyright laws

Upon Conditional Offer of Employment :

TB Test within the last 60 days (Education Code 49406, Assembly Bill 1667)

Complete district Mandated Reporter training, Sexual Harassment, etc.

Last updated : 2024-05-21