24-25 - Doyle - Communications Coordinator - Content (2 positions available) - 1.0 FTE (40 hpw)

24-25 - Doyle - Communications Coordinator - Content (2 positions available) - 1.0 FTE (40 hpw)

Communications

Doyle Administration Building

$65,894.40 - 84,219.20 Annual Salary (*Pay for current MMSD employees will be set in accordance with MMSD Employee Handbook)

To ensure consideration, candidate materials should be received by April 11, 2025. However, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled.

Why You Should Work with MMSD!

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school that prepares every student to graduate from high school ready for college, career, and community. We welcome applicants who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families, and staff.

We firmly believe in and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting employees in their career path. We strive to provide, encourage, grow, and develop a talented workforce that better supports and represents the diversity of our student population.

In addition, we have a great compensation package. Visit our benefits page for more information.

Becoming a Model School District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, fostering the growth of every student so they graduate from high school ready for college, career and community.

Our strategy is captured in our strategic framework, and centers on three major goals: that all children achieve academically, that our schools are places where children and adults thrive, and that our Black youth excel at school. To achieve this vision, we seek to retain staff in all positions, who are committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. Staff who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families and staff.

We firmly believe and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting you in your career path. We aim to foster, cultivate, and retain a skilled workforce that supports and mirrors the diversity of our student population.

We know this vision doesn't come to life without dynamic leaders and support staff in every school.

Purpose of Position:

Under the direction of the Senior Executive Director of Communications, the Communications Coordinator - Content is responsible for supporting the creation, management and coordination of high-quality communications content for all Madison Metropolitan School District stakeholders. This role works closely with the communications team and other departments to coordinate and deliver authentic, engaging and high-impact communications across multiple channels. This position will have a high degree of integrity, sustain a culture of continuous improvement, and be committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position will not have any supervisory duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Content Development

• Content Creation and Management

• MMSD Communications

• Collaboration and Teamwork

Qualifications

• You should address your experience with these qualifications in your application materials.

A qualified candidate will have all of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field or commensurate experience in communications, journalism, or related field.

• Experience using Associated Press Style.

• Experience with content management systems and software.

• Experience working for a school district, local government, public entity, or in a non-profit environment.

• Experience with photography and videography, including editing.

A more than qualified candidate will also have the following:

• Experience in communications collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

• Experience managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines.
  

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Environmental Adaptability:

Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal and poses little to no risk of injury.

Working Conditions:

• Work requires travel to different locations within the district and to off-site meetings.

• Position requires working evenings, nights, and some weekends.

• Certain positions within the District may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process

Next Steps:

• Upon submitting, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. Based on your application materials, a hiring manager may reach out to you to schedule an interview.

• Candidates who have indicated fluency in Spanish and/or Hmong are invited to apply for our bilingual positions as well. If interested in a bilingual position, candidates would be asked to complete reading, writing, and oral language proficiency assessments.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the individual so classified.

Disclaimer: This position description is subject to change at any time. The above job description does not limit the duties and responsibilities listed above. Employees in this position may be required to perform additional job-related tasks as directed by the supervisor.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to seek a diverse and talented workforce. We encourage veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA , and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship. You must apply on our career page to be considered for this opportunity.