Spring ISD - Specialist, Communications

Job Details

Region: 4
School District/Employer: Spring ISD
District Category/Employer: Central Office,
Position: Specialist,
Assignment Level: Area
  • Communications
Job Title: Specialist, Communications
School:
Campus Description:
Date Posted: 9/5/2024
Deadline: Until Filled
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: JOB TITLE: Specialist-Communications



REPORTS TO: Coordinator-Translation Services and Communications



WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt



PAY GRADE: AM 2



PRIMARY PURPOSE:



The Communications Specialist reports directly to the Bilingual Communications Coordinator and plays a key role in supporting both internal and external communications. This position involves creating a wide range of district content, including web blog stories, newsletters, news releases, bond updates, parent communiqués, and media responses. Additionally, the Communications Specialist will assist with event planning and contribute to the production of executive and district-level communications, such as publications, speeches, presentations and talking points for the superintendent, as needed.



All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Work closely with the Bilingual Communications Coordinator in producing district and school communications.
Produce a wide range of district content, including web blog stories, newsletters, news releases, bond updates, parent communiqués, and media responses.
Assist with training district and campus personnel in communications best practices.
Assist with producing district publications.
Provide editing support to the communications team.
Works as a member of the communications team to maintain the district’s brand.
Participate in professional growth opportunities.
Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: physical mobility, standing, prolonged sitting, prolonged use of computer, some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to 15lbs. This position will also require prolonged and irregular hours and the ability to work independently. Mental demands: Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations; ability to interpret a variety of data; ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory, ability to be effective in both oral and written communication; ability to maintain emotional control under stress and work with frequent interruptions.



The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.





The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:

Portfolio of work (writing samples)
Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications or related field from an accredited College or University
Three years demonstrated success in writing and editing general organizational communications, including strategic communiqués for executives.
Preferred:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university
Experience in school district communications, media relations and event planning


SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated skills in writing and editing
Strong copy-editing and proofreading skills
Knowledge of Associated Press (AP) Stylebook
Ability to use desktop publishing hardware and software
Ability to work as a team member
Salary Range: Days Per Year: 226

Min: $57,101

Mid: $68,797
Benefits: https://www.springisd.org/o/sisd/page/benefits-office
How To Apply: https://springisd.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1503

Contact Person:

Name: Robert Shane Strubhart
Email: rstrubha@springisd.org
Address: 16717 Ella Boulevard
City: Houston
State: TX
Zip: 77090-4299
Phone: (281) 891-6014
Fax: (281) 891-6006