Specialist- Communications
$61,479–$61,479 year
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Houston, Texas, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$61,479–$61,479 yearBachelors Degree
Full TimeBachelors Degree
Job Summary
Produce a wide range of district content, including web blog stories, newsletters, news releases, bond updates, parent communiqués, and media responses. Assist with event planning, district publications, and the production of executive communications such as speeches and talking points. Provide editing support to the communications team and train personnel in communications best practices. Maintain the district's brand as a member of the communications team while participating in professional growth opportunities. Work independently with prolonged computer use and irregular hours.
Required Qualifications
- Portfolio of work (writing samples)
- Bachelor's degree in English, Communications or related field from an accredited College or University
- Three years demonstrated success in writing and editing general organizational communications, including strategic communiqués for executives
- Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated skills in writing and editing
- Strong copy-editing and proofreading skills
- Knowledge of Associated Press (AP) Stylebook
- Ability to use desktop publishing hardware and software
- Ability to work as a team member
- Physical mobility
- Standing
- Prolonged sitting
- Prolonged use of computer
- Some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to 15lbs
- Prolonged and irregular hours
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations
- Ability to interpret a variety of data
- Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory
- Ability to be effective in both oral and written communication
- Ability to maintain emotional control under stress and work with frequent interruptions
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree from an accredited college or university
- Experience in school district communications, media relations, and event planning
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