What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interim Communications Associate (Part-Time, 24 Hours/Week) Onsite with Flexible Scheduling position at Central Catholic High School?
Position Summary
Central Catholic High School is seeking a part-time Interim Communications Associate to support the Marketing & Communications Department through June 2027. This role will assist with content creation, publications, school communications, and storytelling efforts that promote the mission, accomplishments, and community of Central Catholic High School.
Responsibilities
- Serve as Managing Editor of Emblem, the school's annual alumni magazine.
- Research, write, edit, and coordinate news stories and feature articles.
- Support communications for Advancement, Alumni, Admissions, and Enrollment initiatives.
- Create emails, newsletters, announcements, and other school communications.
- Assist with communications related to fundraising, alumni relations, admissions, and special events.
- Draft press releases and support media outreach efforts.
- Collaborate on marketing and branding projects.
- Provide communications support to various departments across the school.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
- Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and storytelling skills.
- Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to brand consistency.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Experience with email marketing platforms, websites, and digital communication tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in education, nonprofit, advancement, alumni relations, or other mission-driven organizations.
- Experience managing publications or magazines.
- Experience with media relations and press releases.
- Familiarity with fundraising, admissions, or community engagement communications.
- Experience with Blackbaud, Raiser’s Edge, or Final site preferred.
About the Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a creative, organized, and strategic communicator who can effectively manage multiple projects while creating compelling content that engages students, families, alumni, donors, and the broader Central Catholic community.
Application Process
For immediate consideration, please submit:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Professional References
Materials should be sent to hr@centralcatholic.net.
Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience.
About Central Catholic High School
Founded in 1935 by the Marist Brothers, Central Catholic High School is a college preparatory school located in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Serving approximately 1,200 students from more than 60 communities, Central Catholic is committed to academic excellence, faith formation, and student success.
For more information, please visit www.centralcatholic.net.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Central Catholic High School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military status, or disability unrelated to the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. This policy is applied in a manner consistent with the school's Catholic mission and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28 - $32