Job Description

DISTRICT COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

12-MONTH POSITION

JOB GOAL:

The District Communications Specialist works to implement the district's communication plan and strategies to enhance the relationship between the district and staff, students, parents, and community via a variety of outreach methods. This position develops and distributes district communications in print and electronic formats; serves as a contact for news media, staff and the public; and assists in managing projects and events.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in communications, technology, marketing, visual communications, English, design or related field.
• At least three (3) years minimum work experience in the field of marketing and media, communications, technology, or graphic design working for both print and online channels.
• Strong oral and written communication and editing, including correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Understanding of a variety of technology, media, marketing. and communication hardware and software configurations, including the web and common social media platforms.
• Knowledge of best practices in marketing, communications, community relations and public affairs.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Effectively communicates and understands job instructions both verbally and written in the English language.
• Successfully completes the required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

Atlantic City Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

Candidates for employment who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to be tested for the usage of controlled dangerous substances as they are defined in N.J.S.A. 2C:35-2.