What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Relations Specialist position at Spartanburg District Two Administrative Offices?
Spartanburg County School District Two
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Public Relations Specialist
FLSA: Exempt
Contract Days = 240
Salary Scale = Administrative Scale - Group 10 (Median Salary = $62,632)
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Director of Public Relations, helps plan, develop, and implements district PR initiatives and projects. We're looking for a go-getter to join our dedicated communications team at Spartanburg School District 2. Our District consists of 14 schools, and career center in the Upstate of South Carolina. The ideal candidate will be a team-player who is self-driven and can work independently to create and share stories from around our school district using a variety of
multimedia formats across a wide-array of platforms.
REPORTS TO
Director of Public Relations
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Create high-impact multimedia and audiovisual content to support the district's editorial and marketing priorities, including written stories, videos, photography, graphics, livestreams, and digital media. Identify and pitch story concepts and campaigns to promote district events and successes
- Gather, review and manage assignments of editorial opportunities, including but not limited to story ideas, events, and other information from departments, schools, and partners
- Prepares the various D2 event calendars
- Responsible for the promotion and coverage of district events as assigned
- Assist in managing social media avenues, including district Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube pages. Monitors social media and provides timely responses to community questions and concerns. Supports schools and departments with social media usage, campaigns, and consultation
- Be point of contact for all D2 Athletics as it pertains to digital needs and promotion
- Responsible for maintaining and updating all D2 websites
- Responsible for live streaming of all D2 Board meetings
- Perform other duties as assigned
Other Duties
Attends School Board meetings and various other meetings to support the PR Department’s mission.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Public Relations
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Minimum three (3) years of successful experience in a related field required
- Must provide a portfolio of multimedia work
- Must pass background check
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- High character individual with a heart for service
- Proficiency in video production, including videography
- Proficiency in photography, and photo editing
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Excellent writing, and editing skills; attention to detail is essential.
- Must be able to repurpose content for multiple platforms and for various audiences.
- Growth mindset and ability to work collaboratively with a small team of dedicated communications professionals.
- Proficient with Google suite and PowerPoint
- Capable of working effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal and customer service skills
- Evidence of organizational, planning, and time management skills
- Ability to respond effectively to short-notice requests and manage multiple priorities.
- Flexible schedule that requires attendance at school and district events after hours and, occasionally, on weekends
WORKING CONDITIONS
Will often be at school, fine arts, and athletics events. Physical demands include general office activities and transporting video/camera equipment. Requires routine travel within the district and occasional regional travel. Work involves meeting deadlines and managing multiple priorities.
FILING DEADLINE
Open Until Filled
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
Spartanburg School District Two is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), color, disability, age (40 or older), genetic information, national origin, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Salary : $62,632