Align strategic messaging with District priorities Communicate effectively through a variety of digital and print materials, including developing communication and marketing collateral, graphics, logos, infographics, brochures, and social media assets Write, edit and review internal and external communication materials with a strategic focus on key messages and intended audiences Create original storytelling ideas that meet the department's mission and see them through approval, planning, produc... more details
Assistant Director of Communications
JobID: 3828
Position Type:"
Administration-Unaffiliated
Date Posted: 5/22/2024
Location: Administrative Office
Date Available: Immediately after filled
Closing Date: 07/22/2024
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2024 - 2025 School Year Bridgeport Public Schools Human Resources Department 45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324 Bridgeport, CT 06604
JOB OPENING ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE SALARY: $65,000 - $85,000 UNAFFILIATED
Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Assistant Director is a strategic communicator, creating content for both internal and external audiences which enhances the profile of BPS. Duties span a wide variety of tasks, including conceptualizing and organizing stories, crafting engaging narratives, editing copy, event planning and management, and maintaining digital content across website and social media. The Assistant Director provides support in graphic design, writing, editing and distributing news releases and taking accompanying photographs and video. The Assistant Director also helps to maintain digital content across district websites and social media platforms. The position is part of the Communications Team, which collaborates with other District campuses and departments on various communication materials, events and programs.
Responsibilities:
Align strategic messaging with District priorities
Communicate effectively through a variety of digital and print materials, including developing communication and marketing collateral, graphics, logos, infographics, brochures, and social media assets
Write, edit and review internal and external communication materials with a strategic focus on key messages and intended audiences
Create original storytelling ideas that meet the department’s mission and see them through approval, planning, production, and completion
Plan, coordinate and execute events and special projects
Manage district social media and support campus social media pages
Assist in producing high-quality videos and engaging digital content
Serve as District Spokesperson when Director is unavailable
Attend pertinent District and community functions and network with community representatives
Maintain a flexible schedule before, during and after a traditional workday.
Work collaboratively with the Communications Team, other departments, schools, and outside stakeholders on various campaigns, events and projects to ensure the goals of the district are met
Perform related duties as may be required
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to communicate effectively both in person and in writing
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
Experience with social media management and content creation
Capable in creating, writing, sourcing and executing stories, scripts, website and social media posts that meet the district’s objectives and coordinates with cross channel messaging
Excellent consulting, writing, editing (photo/video/text), presentation and communication skills
Proficiency with design and publishing software applications (Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and Canva)
Ability to perform duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with minimum supervision
Able to simplify complex issues, create key messages, and communicate in a method/manner appropriate for target audience.
A solid ability to build, develop and maintain partnerships with various groups and organizations throughout the district and community
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or communications preferred.
Minimum of five years of professional experience in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing or related field. Experience working at an educational institution is preferred.
Knowledge of major social media platforms, management tools, and use of engagement metrics.
Previous experience with media relations and events management.
Video production and/or timeline-based animation software experience a plus.
Bilingual a plus but not required.
This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, responsibilities and qualifications which comprise this position.
It is the policy of the Bridgeport Board of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, present or past mental disorder, mental retardation, or learning ability, in any of its education programs, activities, or employment practices. The Bridgeport Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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