PT Media Specialist

Job Title: PT Media Specialist

Work Year: Hourly (15-20 hours per week)

Department: Bayfield School District

Reports to: Superintendent

Salary: $23.00-$26.50/ hour

OVERVIEW:

The Bayfield School District is seeking a part time Media Specialist. This position leads all digital

communications for BSD including internal and external communications.

Bayfield School District is located in the mountains of Southwest Colorado and is a short drive to Purgatory

Resort, Wolf Creek Ski Area, and historic Durango. La Plata County is a world-class environment for

outdoor enthusiasts with miles of trails for hiking and biking, wild rivers for rafting, breathtaking lakes for

fishing and boating, and winter ski opportunities to complete 12-months of recreation.

Bayfield District is dedicated to attracting and to retaining high-quality educators and leaders. You will be

warmly welcomed into our Bayfield Family, provided opportunities to learn and grow, and challenged to be

your very best as you share our vision: Each Student, Each Day: Wolverine Way.

QUALIFICATION

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous job related experience preferred.
• Maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Submit fingerprints for a criminal background check.
• Completed and submitted BSD on-line application.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be

able to perform each of the following essential functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the

knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions.

• Manage content and design of the district’s main website
• Oversee the content of each buildings website to ensure all information is correct and up to date.
• Writes postings for the website and social media, as well as taking pictures and video that will be used

on both media.

• Writes postings for the website and social media, as well as taking pictures and video that will be used

on website and social media.

• Manage content and postings on the district social media accounts, such as Facebook.
• Inspire and work collaboratively with staff members and the community.
• Commit to the district vision of Each Student, Each Day: Wolverine Way.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of

every task or responsibility.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EQUIPMENT:

• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g.,

PowerSchool, Word, Excel, Google).

• Experience using Canva and Microsoft Publisher
• Proficient in typing, spelling, math, English and computer skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; willingness to communicate frequently with

families regarding school curriculum and student progress

• Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and

telephone.

• Basic photography and video skills.

SALARY

Based on education and years of experience.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to work outdoors during outdoor

student activities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger,

handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with

hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk and frequently

required to walk and must be able to stand up frequently. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move

up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color

vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to hear

the difference between bells, buzzers, beeps, horns, etc. The employee frequently communicates through

speech.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters

while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must be comfortable functioning in both indoor and outdoor work environments; the

employee must be able to drive a vehicle and district equipment.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The job description

and statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be

construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description is

not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

The Board is committed to providing a safe learning and work environment where all members of the school

community are treated with dignity and respect. The schools in the district are subject to all federal and state

laws and constitutional provisions prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex,

sexual orientation, national origin, religion, ancestry or need for special education services. Accordingly, no

otherwise qualified student, employee, applicant for employment or member of the public shall be excluded

from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to unlawful discrimination under any district

program or activity on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex (which includes

marital status), sexual orientation (which includes transgender), disability or need for special education

services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information

and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal

law.