COMMUNITY COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Pawtucket School Department COMMUNITY COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST The Pawtucket School Department is seeking a Communications Specialist. This position reports to the the Supervisor of Communications. The Communications Specialist supports student achievement by ensuring that the Pawtucket School Department's public communications program is regularly communicating the alignment of district goals and school based actions. This individual will collaboratively facilitate the development of accurate, timely internal/external communication and information processes that contribute to and encourage community involvement in the District's efforts to meet the instructional needs of students. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Collaborate with school and district level staff to manage publicity and PR (parent/community web-site management, and public outreach activities) as well as creative advertising, sponsorships and other promotional activities. 2. Assist with coordinate crisis communications for the district and schools. 3. Create and maintain district websites, social media platforms and postings, etc. 4. Develop, implement and evaluate comprehensive internal and external district communication plans including, but not limited to, publications, media relations, electronic communications. 5. Ensure consistent branding and messaging. 6. Assist in maintaining two-way communication systems among schools, offices, departments among the district, the media, and the public. 7. Organize, assimilate and disseminate facts about the Pawtucket School Department to the public through print and non-print media. 8. Provide in-service training as required on public and community relations. 9. Provide professional assistance in the development of various publications (brochures, newsletters, information bulletins) for school and departments. 10. Provide professional public relations counsel and assistance to the administration and schools. 11. Recommend innovative and promotional avenues of communication for various types of media on effective communication strategies. 12. Utilize Google calendar for organization and communication. 13. Must be timely with completion of assigned projects and maintain organization of multiple projects simultaneously. 14. Effectively and professionally communicate informational material through small and large presentations to diverse groups within the Pawtucket School Department and various community partners. 15. Comply with applicable district, state, local and federal laws, rules and regulations. 16. Photographic and written district and school event coverage. Is Knowledgeable of and Skilled at: • Familiar with a variety of the communication concepts, practices, and procedures. • Demonstrated success in collaborating with diverse teams and works well with others from diverse backgrounds. • Interpersonal Skills • Maintains confidentiality; listens to others; emotion regulation; ability to solve conflict; remaining open to others' ideas and contributing to building a positive team spirit. • Language Skills: Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in written English. Spanish and Portuguese Preferred. • Ability to present information and material to small and large groups. • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from students, parents, staff, regulatory agencies or members of the community. • Ability to write reports and correspondence. • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. • Proficiency in the usage of Google and Microsoft Office. • Proficiency in the usage of Adobe Suite. • Demonstrated proficiency in developing and implementing large-scale projects. • Demonstrated success working collaboratively with community partners. • Ability to appropriately communicate with students, teachers, parents, members of the community and others including vendors, law enforcement and other agencies. • Ability to exercise good judgment and work in an environment with constant interruptions while maintaining organization. Proven record of working well in a team-environment. Requirements: • Associates Degree or 3 years working experience. • Proficient in English-Spanish and Portuguese proficiency preferred. Licenses/Certificates: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Rhode Island driver license with a driving record acceptable to the District. Compensation/Hours/Benefits: Salary range - $45,000 - $55,000 Full PSD benefits package. 184 working days Flexible working hours This is a non-certified, non-union position. THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED

Salary : $45,000 - $55,000