Communications Specialist

Please visit https://www.isd411.org/employment to complete our application process and to be considered for this position. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Communications Specialist supports and coordinates the creation, design, production, and distribution of electronic, written, and verbal communication materials for print, the web and social media; provides photography services at district events for use in publications; provides support and assistance to staff regarding district communication tools; and provides administrative support to the Executive Director. This position requires knowledge of District Regulations and procedures, the ability to assume responsibility and work effectively and independently under pressure and maintain confidentiality. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Create, write, edit and produce content for district communications, including newsletters, reports, articles, presentations and website content, ensuring clarity, accuracy and alignment with district messaging and standards.
• Design and produce print and digital materials such as flyers, posters, graphics, annual reports and other publications, including preparing files for print, web and social media distribution using software such as Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Microsoft Office applications.
• Maintain and update district and school websites to ensure timely, accurate and accessible information for students, staff, families and the community.
• Manage and support district social media platforms and content calendars.
• Photograph district events and maintain an organized library of digital assets, including photos and videos, for use in publications and promotions.
• Compile and analyze information from multiple sources to develop reports and other communications materials.
• Review, proofread and edit documents and materials for accuracy, completeness and quality.
• Provide guidance and support to staff on district communication tools, systems and processes.
• Maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with staff, administrators, community members, media representatives and vendors; serve as a liaison as needed.
• Respond to inquiries and provide information, including general questions and those requiring research or knowledge of district procedures, and route communications appropriately.
• Coordinate project timelines, schedules and workflows to ensure timely completion of assignments and communication deliverables.
• Support department business operations, including processing and monitoring purchase orders, invoices, budgets, payroll and other administrative functions using district systems and applications.
• Draft correspondence, reports and other documents for leadership as needed, including independent composition of materials for supervisor review or signature.
• Maintain physical and electronic files and records in accordance with district policies and records retention requirements.
• Apply district, state and federal guidelines, as well as governing policies and procedures in all communications and activities.
• Conduct research and manage documents in accordance with legal, financial and administrative requirements.
• Support school and district crisis communication efforts, including the development, review and distribution of time-sensitive communications across district communication channels.
• Participate in special projects and perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, graphic design, digital media or related field required. Qualifying experience may substitute for educational requirements. EXPERIENCE: At least three (3) years of communications, marketing or public relations experience. Experience with website content management systems preferred, including the creation of website design and social media content and scheduling. Photojournalism experience and experience writing copy for publications highly preferred. Further, the individual will possess the:

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, organize projects and details and make good decisions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a pleasant, tactful and professional manner.
• Ability to research, analyze and interpret data, rules and regulations, codes, statutes and laws.
• Ability to exercise independent decision making within parameters established with their supervisor, organize and manage multiple time-sensitive tasks, and support diplomatic resolution of difficult community issues.

REQUIRED TESTING: Performance Task
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES: None Specified
CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING: That which is authorized by your supervisor and required to be effective in the position and to maintain certification..
CLEARANCES: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
BARGAINING UNIT: Unrepresented
DISCLAIMER, ADA AND NONDISCRIMATION STATEMENT The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of his job, the scope of responsibility and the level of knowledge and skills typically required but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements, skills or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include and or not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employer. All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and/or complaints of alleged discrimination involving staff: Amanda Dorey, Director of Human Resources, (425) 837-7060.

Salary : $104,967 - $108,213