Long Beach Unified School District ยท 2 days ago
Communications Specialist
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Responsibilities
Participate in the development and management of comprehensive communication programs and systems for the District including websites, social media, flyer distribution, and parent/community communication systems.
Research, draft, and proofread content for press releases, newsletters, brochures, flyers, websites, agendas, correspondence, and general marketing materials.
Process, prioritize, and manage media requests and general information requests from community members and outside agencies.
Develop and manage approved content for District social media and websites; share and promote relevant, positive, and appropriate content from news and social media affiliates.
Monitor and track news and social media activity regarding the District; draft media talking points and speeches as requested.
Serve as a contact for District staff regarding the use of social media; participate in coordinating and providing technical support and training to District staff in the proper use of social media, websites, and other communication programs and systems.
Participate in emergency communication planning and support; monitor related news and social media coverage; disseminate information and respond to inquiries; serve as a District spokesperson as assigned.
Participate in and oversee the planning, organizing, and implementation of a variety of social events, programs, projects, and activities related to the District's public information efforts.
Provide technical expertise, information, and assistance to District administration regarding department operations; assist in the formulation and development of programs and policies.
Train and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfer, reassignment, termination, and disciplinary actions.
Participate in the development of the department budget; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations.
Prepare a variety of complex reports including charts and statistical data; research, analyze, and compile necessary information and data; maintain records, files, and databases related to assigned activities.
Communicate with administrators, school sites, parents, personnel, public agencies, and vendors to coordinate activities, resolve issues, and exchange information.
Attend and participate in a variety of meetings, conferences, and in-service trainings; prepare and deliver presentations to individuals or groups concerning the Office of Public Information operations, policies, procedures, and services.
Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software including desktop publishing software; drive a personal vehicle to conduct work.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism, communications or a related field
Two years of professional or internship media and public relations experience involving print, internet and social media
Experience communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, in Spanish is highly desirable
Positions in this classification require the use of a personal automobile and possession of a valid California Class C driver's license
Preferred
Degrees in public relations, journalism, communications, English or a related field
Experience coordinating public affairs, media, community relations and marketing activities
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Income protection plan
Vacation days
Sick leave
Paid holidays
Company
Long Beach Unified School District
Long Beach Unified School District supports the personal & intellectual success of every student, every day.