Position Type:
Secretarial/Clerical/Office Assistant

Date Posted:
5/6/2024

Location:
Educational Support Center

Date Available:
07/01/2024

Closing Date:
When filled

Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and educational environment by hiring individuals who support and contribute to the diversity and excellence of our student and academic programs through their teaching and service to our students, parents and the community we serve.

If you welcome inclusion, equity and diversity, have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students, embrace and celebrate the individuality of our student population with respect to race, ethnicity, and economic status, and seek to celebrate the cultures that contribute to making our district so rich, please join our team! Minority candidates encouraged to apply.

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Position Title: Multi-Media Specialist

Applicants are instructed to address in their application/resume their experiences directly related to each section noted in this posting.

Position Type: Non-Licensed Support Staff

Date Posted: May 6, 2024

Location: Woodland Middle School

Date Available: July 1, 2024

PRIMARY FUNCTION: This position will work directly with the Communications Manager in support of the school district's internal and external communication program. The Communication Team works to enhance public awareness and understanding of district programs and initiatives. This position will also serve as a critical backup for emergency or crisis communication when the Communications Manager is out of the district.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. License: N/A
2. Education:
   1. Required - Possess or be in the process of obtaining an Associates' Degree in Communications, Media Production, Graphic Design, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related degree or equivalent experience.
   2. Preferred - Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Media Production, Graphic Design, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related degree or equivalent experience.
3. Experience:
   1. Required - Two (2) years' experience in communications, digital media, content creation, website editing, and video/media production. Experience in creating effective marketing materials and tools. Experience working with diverse cultures and audiences.
   2. Preferred - Two (2) years' experience in communications, digital media, content creation, website editing, and video/media production, in a public school-setting. Experience in creating effective marketing materials and tools. Experience working with diverse cultures and audiences.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Website: Content creator and editor. Responsible for tracking website analytics, researching best practices, complying with website accessibility standards.
• Social Media: Content development, event coverage, analytics, continue to expand social media presence and reach.
• Video: Assists in the development and production of video and digital content for social media, websites, and presentations
• Events: Assists in the creation of creative multimedia content for special events and other purposes as assigned. District and school event promotion and coverage.
• Virtual Backpack: Coordinates the Virtual Backpack and the approval of flyers and information distribution by internal and external organizations and community groups
• Newsletter Creation: Assists with creating content and assembling information for the weekly district newsletter.
• In collaboration and under the direction of the Communications Manager, provides backup support for emergency or crisis communication.

OTHER PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist in other areas as needed.
2. Complete other duties as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Technical: Exceptional writing and editing skills for websites and social media. Knowledge and skills related to videography, video editing, and video production. Knowledge and ability to work with graphic design applications. Ability to work with website content management systems, website accessibility standards, and website analytics tracking. Working knowledge of ADA compliance requirements related to digital media. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, must be able to utilize networking, printers to perform work, etc. Must be able to use the district email system, Google platforms, Microsoft Office, and the district's attendance system.

Interpersonal: Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with staff, parents, students, businesses and community. Must have strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills; a strong sense of teamwork; and attention to detail. Must be able to cope with deadline pressures; make difficult decisions that impact the organization in a positive sense; work harmoniously with the community, students, parents, staff, and administration, etc.; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with students, parents and staff; exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people; and follow directives given by Administration. Must also be a creative problem solver; and empathetic, humanistic and open-minded.

DISTRICT CORE COMPETENCIES:

1. Support the establishment of mutual respect and equal human dignity across the entire school community.
2. Welcomes inclusion, equity and diversity.
3. Have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students.
4. Understanding that your identity may be different than students, parents, and staff, you are willing to put those differences aside for the success of all students.
5. Regardless of the identities of students, staff, or parents, works collaboratively to build a successful relationship with them.
6. Willingly anticipate, identify and adopt change.
7. Engage in all job-related interactions and activities, with contacts from within and outside the District, in a courteous and professional manner.
8. Communicate with styles that are approachable and respectful.
9. Participate in professional development and training to become more effective and efficient.
10. Take initiative to manage multiple tasks.
11. Effectively organize work to be as productive as possible.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Manual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordination performance.

Physical Effort: Work requires handling average weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods.

Working Conditions: Some exposure to definitely disagreeable elements may exist, i.e., temperature changes, use of steps/stairs, walking long distances throughout the building, etc. Must be able to travel within and outside of the district. Must be available for evenings and weekend work/events.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 260-Day, Part-time, union Non-Exempt position

SALARY RANGE: As defined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement

EVALUATION: Conducted annually

HOW TO APPLY: Internal applicants should apply online at www.dist50.net and attach a resume to the online application. External applicants should apply online at www.dist50.net and attach three letters of recommendations, resume and transcript(s) to the online application.

All applicants must be willing to interview in person and demonstrate skills through a situational analysis. Applicants will be contacted within three weeks if invited for an interview. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Further information regarding this position may be obtained by contacting:

CONTACT PERSON:
Mrs. Brooke Hagstrom
Communications Manager
bhagstrom@dist50.net
(847) 596-5604

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications reviewed upon receipt

Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Employer with established policies prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, arrest record, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States, use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or other legally protected categories. The Associate Superintendent of Educational Services (847-596-5631) addresses questions regarding student discrimination and serves as the Districts Title IX Coordinator, and the Executive Director of Human Resources (847-596-5640) answers questions concerning employment discrimination.

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