Bismarck Public Schools · 6 days ago
Marketing Communications Specialist
Bismarck, ND
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$22/hr - $22/hrBismarck Public Schools is seeking a Marketing Communications Specialist to assist in coordinating district and foundation communications. The role involves preparing promotional materials, acting as a liaison for public information, and managing various communication channels to support community relations and achieve organizational objectives.
Primary EducationSecondary Education
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Acts as liaison for the district for providing public information (e.g., work with local media, respond to stakeholder questions) to maintain a positive community presence while adhering to relevant requirements
Assists in the coordination of a variety of activities (e.g., promoting bond elections, launching websites, organizing fundraising campaigns) to deliver services in compliance with established guidelines
Supports the Community Relations Director in realizing departmental vision and supports other upper-level administrators to achieve department, program, and district goals through various communication channels
Manages assigned program and departmental responsibilities to achieve outcomes pursuant to the District strategic plan and organizational objectives, ensuring compliance with legal, financial, District, and Foundation requirements
Writes for a variety of formats (e.g., print, radio, TV, social media, PSAs, student/staff awards, district website) to ensure provision of programs/services within established timeframes and compliance with all District requirements
Assists staff with website training and postings manages community relations and BPS Foundation daily web and social media postings, and general emergency communications via automated messaging system to ensure stated outcomes are achieved and relevant policies and procedures are met
Monitors program services (e.g., web, social media, and emergency communications via automated messaging system) to ensure stated outcomes are achieved, relevant policies and procedures are met, and services are efficiently provided
Performs interdepartmental initiatives as needed to provide services to other departments related to communication tasks
Performs administrative responsibilities in support of office operations (e.g., district calendar for board approval, campaign for school supplies, updated design of publications, parent/teacher conferences, graduation news releases, informational materials, equipment, space requirements) to ensure organizational objectives are achieved efficiently and timely
Prepares a wide variety of complex materials (e.g., poster design, videos, brochures, PSAs, employee newsletters) to document activities, meet compliance requirements, provide audit references, make presentations, and support requested actions
Adheres to School Policies: Follows school policies and procedures
Attendance: This position requires prompt and consistent attendance
Performs Other Duties: Undertakes additional tasks as assigned to support the effective operation of the work unit
Qualification
Required
Competency with graphic design and video/photo editing
Operating standard office equipment and utilizing pertinent software applications
Planning and managing projects
Budgeting and financial management
Developing effective working relationships
Public relations policies and procedures
Effective social media and digital communication practices
Community resources
Personnel policies
Schedule activities, meetings, and events
Gather, collate, and classify data
Consider various factors when using equipment
Work flexibly with others in a variety of circumstances
Manage data using defined but different processes
Operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods
Communicate with diverse groups
Meet deadlines and schedules
Set priorities and work as part of a team
Manage multiple projects
Deal with frequent interruptions and changing priorities
Maintain confidentiality
Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required
Bachelor's degree in a job-related area
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
Company
Bismarck Public Schools
Bismarck Public Schools is a system of publicly funded K-12 schools in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Founded in 1874
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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