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Coordinator, CommunicationsJob Specific Information : MCPS seeks a dynamic professional to join its communications team. This role will assist in elevating and amplifying the work of the largest school system in Maryland.
The Communications Coordinator plays a key role in creating multichannel communications plans, engagement strategies, and creative content for internal and external audiences.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent writing skills and a proven track record in strategic messaging. A cover letter and writing samples are required.
MCPS Official Job Description
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION :
The communications coordinator leads and coordinates communications activities and initiatives concerning matters of public interest, public relations and media outreach.
The coordinator creates and implements communications strategies that align with MCPS vision and values; confers with the Department of Communications leadership to ensure that the school district's messaging and strategies are consistent as appropriate.
Creates and implements focused communication plans, materials and messaging to represent the system's activities, events and initiatives to ensure transparent, accurate and timely communications.
The coordinator researches, develops, writes and edits press releases and other communications content aimed at media and external and internal audiences.
The coordinator proactively maintains knowledge of district and community events, incidents, activities and news and is responsible for : recommending and drafting timely and accurate messages and content on behalf of MCPS.
The coordinator collaborates with members of the Department of Communications to manage social media planning and messaging, website content updates, media relations and events support.
The coordinator provides strategic communications support to the communications department, including crisis communications, social media strategy, and integrated communications and public relations strategy.
CERTIFICATE LICENSE :
None
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES :
Thorough knowledge of effective communication methods and strategies and ability to communicate with a broad range of stakeholders and diverse audiences.
Extensive, proven knowledge of various social media platforms and other communication mediums, including print and video.
Extensive knowledge of comprehensive communication plan development and implementation processes, ability to effectively collaborate and work with others.
Excellent planning, organization, project management, communications (oral and written) and human relations skills.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE :
Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing or related discipline required. Master's degree preferred;
course work or experience in political science, public education or a related field preferred. Minimum of three years of professional experience creating, managing and successfully implementing communication strategies for a mid- to large-sized organization.
Successful experience in assessing communication needs, outreach plan development, project implementation required. Other combinations of education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary to perform effectively in this position may be considered.
AdministratorsJob Grade : N
Organization
Offices
Primary Location
Rockville
Schedule
Full-time Working Months : 12
Shift
Day Job
Job Posting
Jul 30, 2024, 12 : 21 : 49 PM-Ongoing
Last updated : 2024-07-30
Full Time
$89k-110k (estimate)
08/01/2024
10/30/2024
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