What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Coordinator position at Association of Alaska School Boards?
Company Description
The Association of Alaska School Boards (AASB) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting school boards across Alaska in their mission to provide quality public education. AASB focuses on advocating for children and youth, promoting student achievement, and empowering effective local governance. The organization emphasizes board development, legislative advocacy, and creating optimal conditions for learning to ensure educational success. AASB is a leader in fostering strong and accountable school board leadership throughout the state.
Job Summary
We are seeking an organized and collarborative individual to join our Conditions for Learning (CFL) team with the Association of Alaska School Boards. This position creates strong communications and organizational systems for the CFL team. This position will help with organizing and sharing the work of the CFL team that focuses on student well-being, youth leadership, family engagement, and school improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and execute communications deliverables for grants and key projects
- Develop and maintain digital platforms and content to support engagement and program goals
- Create publications and materials for partners, including school districts, educators, families, and youth
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support grant implementation, storytelling, and outreach efforts
- Promote events, trainings, and initiatives through coordinated communication strategies
- Manage content creation across channels, including newsletters, blogs, social media, and multimedia
- Collect and manage data (e.g., surveys, partner input) to support communications and impact storytelling
- Serve as liaison with the broader communications team to align messaging and support organizational priorities
- Standardize and manage communication tools, branding, and materials across projects
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of communications, public relations, business, or education preferred.
- Experience may be considered in place of a degree.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Understanding of effective communication strategies for promoting AASB’s work
- Understanding of the people and communities of Alaska
- Strong organizational skills
- An ability to carry out multiple projects simultaneously and project management
- A commitment to support school improvement, student outcomes, and our team
- Writing and copy editing
- Problem-solving ability
Experience:
- Working with in-person and remote teams.
- Developing materials to promote programs or services.
- Experience using WordPress and Bricks Builder for web design and content production.
- Using social media and other platforms for communication.
- Experience working with teams and contractors.
- Experience using DocuSign, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, AirTable, Adobe Creative Cloud suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.), Canva, and other publication software.
Application Process: Please upload a resume and letter of interest. Initial applicant reviews will begin April 7th. Position open until filled.
- Visit www.aasb.org for more information.