What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Communications and Strategy position at El Dorado County Office of Education?
Director of Communications and Strategy at El Dorado County Office of Education
Application Deadline
4/29/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/6/2026
Contact
Makayla Evans
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$130,670 - $158,823 Annually
Length of Work Year
8 Hours/Day, 5 Days/Week, 222 Days/Year, and 12 Months/Year
Employment Type
Full Time
First Round Interview
Monday, May 4, 2026 (In-Person, Placerville, CA)
Second Round Interview
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 (In-Person, Placerville, CA)
About The Employer
At our core, EDCOE supports the diverse educational needs of El Dorado County’s student population not only in schools but throughout the community. Our leadership provides students with progressive and engaging learning experiences, while facilitating collaboration that maximizes resources for school districts and the county alike. Our goal is to deliver educational excellence through responsible, cost-effective centralized services in order to meet regulatory and educational standards in a safe, successful, educational environment for all of our children. Students, parents, educators and the community are invited to learn more about our services, programs, opportunities and innovations offered and available to prepare students for future success.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Director is responsible for the management and implementation of a comprehensive communications, public affairs, and marketing program for the El Dorado County Office of Education (EDCOE). This includes the planning, organization, development, and dissemination of information and publicity relating to various EDCOE programs, services, events, activities, and initiatives to ensure public understanding of the EDCOE’s mission, goals, and accomplishments and those of public education, in general. The responsibilities of the Director include raising the visibility of EDCOE and districts within the County to specific audiences and the general public, positively positioning the organization, and enhancing the image and understanding of EDCOE and public education in local communities, communities of interest in El Dorado County, and regional and state agencies or organizations involved in matters of interest to public education. The Director facilitates cooperative relationships with the media, local business organizations, civic leaders, and community partners to communicate efforts and project a positive image of EDCOE. The Director guides the organization in shaping high-level, appropriately targeted communications for timely distribution to local news media, websites, community publications, and social media platforms.
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience: Experience in a public education system or similar public sector environment is preferred. Education: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor’s degree with course work in communications, public information, journalism, or related field and three years of increasingly responsible marketing, public information, journalism, or related experience.
To be considered for the position the following documents must be uploaded to complete the application
Experience: Experience in a public education system or similar public sector environment is preferred. Education: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor’s degree with course work in communications, public information, journalism, or related field and three years of increasingly responsible marketing, public information, journalism, or related experience.
To be considered for the position the following documents must be uploaded to complete the application
The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Matt Murphy, at 530-295-2250. EDCOE Title IX Information
Comments and Other Information
The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Matt Murphy, at 530-295-2250. EDCOE Title IX Information
Links Related To This Job
Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only.
Application Deadline
4/29/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/6/2026
Contact
Makayla Evans
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$130,670 - $158,823 Annually
Length of Work Year
8 Hours/Day, 5 Days/Week, 222 Days/Year, and 12 Months/Year
Employment Type
Full Time
First Round Interview
Monday, May 4, 2026 (In-Person, Placerville, CA)
Second Round Interview
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 (In-Person, Placerville, CA)
About The Employer
At our core, EDCOE supports the diverse educational needs of El Dorado County’s student population not only in schools but throughout the community. Our leadership provides students with progressive and engaging learning experiences, while facilitating collaboration that maximizes resources for school districts and the county alike. Our goal is to deliver educational excellence through responsible, cost-effective centralized services in order to meet regulatory and educational standards in a safe, successful, educational environment for all of our children. Students, parents, educators and the community are invited to learn more about our services, programs, opportunities and innovations offered and available to prepare students for future success.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Director is responsible for the management and implementation of a comprehensive communications, public affairs, and marketing program for the El Dorado County Office of Education (EDCOE). This includes the planning, organization, development, and dissemination of information and publicity relating to various EDCOE programs, services, events, activities, and initiatives to ensure public understanding of the EDCOE’s mission, goals, and accomplishments and those of public education, in general. The responsibilities of the Director include raising the visibility of EDCOE and districts within the County to specific audiences and the general public, positively positioning the organization, and enhancing the image and understanding of EDCOE and public education in local communities, communities of interest in El Dorado County, and regional and state agencies or organizations involved in matters of interest to public education. The Director facilitates cooperative relationships with the media, local business organizations, civic leaders, and community partners to communicate efforts and project a positive image of EDCOE. The Director guides the organization in shaping high-level, appropriately targeted communications for timely distribution to local news media, websites, community publications, and social media platforms.
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience: Experience in a public education system or similar public sector environment is preferred. Education: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor’s degree with course work in communications, public information, journalism, or related field and three years of increasingly responsible marketing, public information, journalism, or related experience.
To be considered for the position the following documents must be uploaded to complete the application
- Copy of Transcript
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Current Letters - Within the last two years)
- Resume
Experience: Experience in a public education system or similar public sector environment is preferred. Education: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor’s degree with course work in communications, public information, journalism, or related field and three years of increasingly responsible marketing, public information, journalism, or related experience.
To be considered for the position the following documents must be uploaded to complete the application
- Copy of Transcript
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Current Letters - Within the last two years)
- Resume
The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Matt Murphy, at 530-295-2250. EDCOE Title IX Information
Comments and Other Information
The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Matt Murphy, at 530-295-2250. EDCOE Title IX Information
Links Related To This Job
- EDCOE Website
- EDCOE Website
Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only.
- CalPERS Retirement Benefits
Salary : $130,670 - $158,823