Public Information Specialist (Communications Specialist)

Applications and resumes may be sent via really for review. However, please note that this is the official application site; all applicants will need to apply here: https://capitalregionboces.recruitfront.com/JobPosting?SKIP=1&JID=61058

Strategic. Creative. Innovative. Driven. This is the type of communicator I'm looking for to fill the role of public information specialist at the Niskayuna Central School District.

The public information specialist, first and foremost, will serve as a strategic advisor to the district superintendent. This is professional public relations work with responsibility for developing and implementing a program of planned and strategic two-way communication, which also includes publicizing and distributing information about school district news, events, programs, services and facilities. Employees in this class maintain close contact and cooperate with policy-making officials, school staff, local media representatives and the public.

In this role, you will provide sound guidance, strategy, writing and support to shape your clients’ internal and external messages. You will work side-by-side with the digital content specialist to support the district's communications needs and expectations. The public information specialist and digital content specialist handle different responsibilities while working simultaneously to build and enhance the brand.

You’ll do this by:

• Understanding the needs of your clients and supporting their goals through the development and execution of a strategic communications plan.
• Serving as the subject matter expert, working directly with the superintendent and other central and building level administrators to understand their communication goals and provide recommendations on how to meet those goals.
• Possessing the critical thinking skills to effectively develop and deliver messaging that reflects and respects honest, transparent communication to maintain credibility, preserve reputation and strengthen trust with various stakeholder groups.
• Using your public relations skills—applying strategy, creativity and knowledge of audience expectations—to develop content that relates to the district's brand, effectively reaches your intended stakeholders and reinforces your client's missions.

Why this is a great job:

You will make a difference! As a public information specialist, you will be supported by a team of more than 80 colleagues working in similar capacities around the region and state, as well as by a team of graphic artists, web specialists and social media strategists. Your closest team will be a small group of communications and digital content strategists led by your communications manager. You will routinely collaborate with these colleagues, and the larger team, to support other clients and accomplish regional and statewide communications projects and initiatives.

Along with making a difference, you will receive:

• Access to a platinum level, co-pay based health insurance; Individual or Family options available (77% of the premium paid by employer)
• Support and resources for high-quality professional development opportunities
• Assignment-based telework opportunities (4 days on-site, 1 day telework for this position)
• Extremely generous paid time off, including 14 paid holidays, four weeks of vacation and an annual bank of sick/personal time
• Membership in a public, pension-based retirement system

What you bring to our team:

• College Degree with 2 to 4 years of paid experience in modern journalism, public relations and/or strategic communications
• Strong computer literacy (digital platforms) with a solid understanding of how to integrate various communications strategies
• A passion for work that contributes to strengthening the public’s perception of public education
• Excellent customer service skills and an ability to build relationships with various internal and external stakeholders
• A personal drive for continuous learning and a desire to develop your skills as a school public relations professional

Want to apply?

Applications are reviewed via really; the official application can be found here: https://capitalregionboces.recruitfront.com/JobPosting?SKIP=1&JID=61058

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,570.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $51,570