Coordinator of Communications and Community Affairs

WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING ONLINE APPLICATIONS. You may apply online by clicking the "Apply" button on this page.  If you need assistance applying online, please contact us at (626) 933-3920. 
    
THE POSITION 

Under general direction of the Superintendent or designee, gathers, plans, coordinates and implements a comprehensive public, District, and staff information program; plans and carries out public relations activities to achieve District and departmental communication and outreach objectives.

CURRENT OPENING: One 12-month/40 hours per week, full-time position. Salary placement will be on Range 22 of the Classified Management Salary Schedule. Initial salary placement for new employees is customarily at step 1 ($123,995 per year) of this salary range. 

APPLICANT FILING INFORMATION: This recruitment is open to the public. An eligibility list will be established to fill vacancies for one year. Please note that future vacancies may occur throughout the duration of an eligibility list and that the eligibility list can be used to fill vacancies at any time throughout the duration of the eligibility list. Pursuant to PC Rule 6.2.10, the eligibility list established for this recruitment may be used for another related classification at the same or lower salary.

COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
    1) Completed online application
    2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
    3) Proof of your highest obtained education
    4) Resume
    5) Three letters of recommendation
    6) Proof of valid California class "C" driver's license
    7) Proof of adequate insurance for a motor vehicle which meets or exceeds the California legal liability insurance requirement 
    
Online application, supplemental questionnaire, and proof of your highest obtained education MUST be submitted by the application filing deadline on May 8, 2026 by 11:59 pm.

SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS:
Resume, three letters of recommendation, a copy of valid California class "C" driver's license, and proof of valid car insurance MUST be submitted by the final test part.  To submit your supplemental documents, you may upload or attach the documents to your online application in the "Attachments" section. You may also fax your documents to Maria Murillo at (626) 333-7416.

For inquiries regarding this position, you may reach the Personnel Commission via email at mamurillo@hlpusd.org or by phone at (626) 933-3923.

The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

• Provides leadership in the cooperative development of an overall plan for keeping all segments of the public and community informed of school programs and activities.
• Prepares and disseminates news releases, information materials, brochures and pamphlets concerning Board policies and actions, educational programs and activities, and general information about the school District.
• Manages news media relations, and maintains an information service for handling questions concerning the District’s programs and activities.
• Coordinates activities with various departments, as well as outside agencies, to effectively utilize technology-based communications and online marketing tools, and to develop information distribution plans.
• Serves as a communications consultant for District staff and school sites and assists with the creation and dissemination of information such as brochures, newsletters and other publications using traditional and electronic mediums.
• Develops and maintains social media accounts for the District as a whole and specific units, as directed by supervisors.
• Engages and communicates with outside sponsors and vendors to develop partnerships for special programs and activities.
• Coordinates staff and support functions for special events.
• Prepares and sends press releases on school and District related events.
• Analyzes communication, public relations and marketing needs of the District.
• Prepares and presents reports to the Board of Education.
• Monitors local, state, and national public information related to education.
• Develops drafts of online communication plans, makes recommendations for online resources, identifies and evaluates customer needs, facilitates interdepartmental collaboration for website, and updates website.
• Screens correspondence, records, and other documents, including public records requests, for appropriate action and works with administrators to determine proper response or to resolve problems.
• Researches and recommends operational guidelines for the use of social media concerning HLPUSD interests, and presents information to users.
• Takes photographs or videos suitable for use on social media, websites, in publications, or by the media.
• Collaborates with the Superintendent or designee to prepare communication’s budget.
• Attends and represents the District in a variety of trainings, conferences and meetings in the community with parents, business groups and organizations to promote and share information about the District.
• Drives to various sites to conduct work.

 OTHER RELATED DUTIES

• Represents the District as spokesperson to the media as needed.
• Selects, supervises, trains and evaluates subordinate staff as needed.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

 Education:
 Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
    
Experience:

Five years of professional experience in public information, public relations or related media services, including one year of experience working with online communications media. Experience performing similar duties in a public school system preferred.

Special:

• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License.
• Evidence of adequate insurance for a motor vehicle, which meets or exceeds the California legal liability insurance requirement and continues to maintain insurability.
• Use of an automobile.

Optional Second Language:

Some positions in this classification require the ability to speak, read, and write a second language in addition to English, and may require bilingual proficiency, for which selective certification may apply (Education Code 45277)

Knowledge of:

• Principles, methods and theory of communication, public relations, and marketing.
• Procedures, methods, and techniques of effective production and dissemination of public information.
• English grammar, syntax, punctuation, sentence structure, and spelling.
• Laws, rules, regulations, and Board policies and procedures related to the use of social media.
• Research, analysis and evaluation methods.
• Public relations industry best practices and trends.
• Television and radio production processes.
• Website development and online software tools.
• Social media tools, programs, outlets, and effects.

Ability to:

• Plan and organize multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, prioritizing tasks with respect to importance and deadlines.
• Work under the stress of conflicting goals and timelines.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with employees, administration, community representatives, and media outlets.
• Exercise tact and judgment in meeting and dealing with sensitive, complex, and confidential issues.
• Understand the inner workings and interrelationships of the organization, and to get things done through formal channels and informal networks.
• Analyze complex situations accurately and develop effective and efficient alternative solutions.
• Apply appropriate theory, rules, laws, and policies to specific situations.
• Understand the factors that are shaping the industry and anticipate the opportunities that will be opening and closing.
• Develop novel, resourceful, or imaginative approaches to problems or opportunities.
• Deal with interpersonally and/or politically challenging situations calmly and diplomatically, diffusing tension.
• Formally deliver oral presentations to audiences of various size and type.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive, clear, and concise written reports.
• Design and publish digital and social media and other public information materials.
• Operate computer and applicable software and peripherals.
• Communicate effectively both orally, and in writing, with others at various levels of understanding.
• Present oneself as a positive representative of the school District by projecting confidence, energy, and grasping the nuances of appropriate behavior for the situation.
• Model communications and interactions that respect and include all individuals and their languages, abilities, religions, and cultures.
• Be trustworthy and responsible for one's own actions, and doing the difficult but right thing.
• Take responsibility for developing oneself and his/her career.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Manage the performance of others, and take responsibility for improving their effectiveness.

Salary : $123,995 - $149,958