What are the responsibilities and job description for the SY 24-25 Part-Time Director of Public Relations Job at Center School District in position at Center School District?
Employment Status : Part-Time
FLSA Status : Exempt
Calendar : 260 Days
Experience Required : Five (5) years demonstrated work related experience in the public relations field with increasing levels of responsibility and supervisory experience.
Minimum Education Requirements : Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field.
Department : Central Office Administration.
Direct Supervisor : Superintendent.
Primary Work Location : Office setting.
Certification : None.
Job Summary : Directs the public relations and communication activities producing district-wide publications and web sites and coordinating media and community relations events in order to keep the public informed.
Essential Job Functions :
- Coordinate district-wide communication and manage public information.
- Serve as the lead resource for public information and initial point of contact for public inquiries.
- Serve as the lead spokesperson for the District advising leadership in communication needs for new partnerships, initiatives, and developments.
- Provide leadership and direction to various departments to aid and support communication efforts.
- Act as the liaison to the Superintendent and District for legislative and community affairs.
- Create external web site and social media content.
- Develop and implement news and content strategies.
- Manage and produce video projects for District events and initiatives.
- Participate in developing strategic management processes that include interacting with key stakeholders especially those who might be affected by district decisions.
- Perform a variety of writing research and other activities to support internal communications, external communications, parent communication, and strategic management processes.
- Compile data and analyze issues to ensure compliance with organization policies and procedures and monitor programs.
- Engage in community outreach to successfully communicate the district brand and marketing of the school district.
- Handle communications during crisis situations (e.g. media, public, parents, students, staff, etc.) to assure accurate and timely information.
- Monitor departmental budget allocations, expenditures, fund balances, and related financial activities to ensure that allocations are accurate, revenues are recorded, expenses are within budget limits, and / or fiscal practices are followed.
- Oversee assigned programs and departmental to achieve organizational objectives, and ensure compliance with legal, and financial requirements.
- Participate in meetings, workshops, seminars, networking groups, and professional associations to convey and gather information regarding a wide variety of subjects.
- Research public policy, education code constraints, etc. to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
- Contribute to government relations activities and communications.
- Perform related work as required.
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Note : This position description is a general guideline for work behavior and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all job duties. Therefore, it is also not, nor can it be implied to be, a contract of employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. Must be able to successfully complete an intense background investigation.
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