Communications Specialist at San Diego Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
This is a Promotional/Open Opportunity. Any interested candidates may apply. Current monthly-salaried employees that successfully pass the examination process receive precedence over other candidates on the eligible lists. Serving more than 100,000 students and their families, each of the 181 schools in the San Diego Unified School District has an important story to tell. The Communications Specialist takes the lead in highlighting these stories, sharing the District's brand with internal and external audiences through a unique blend of social media, original written and video content, and community events. The ideal candidate for this position will be an ambitious digital storyteller - someone with a good knowledge of branding, a positive and energetic personality, and a strong passion for online engagement. This person lives in a world of hashtags, Tweets and Instagram Stories, is always on the lookout for a great photo to share, and takes pride in seeing click rates and video views go up. If you find yourself saying YES to any of these questions, please consider this position: Can you create and curate engaging content to be published on a wide variety of District communications platforms, including web pages, social media, e-newsletters, and more? Can you monitor and track news media and social media activity to maintain ongoing awareness of current issues pertaining to the District, its schools, and the field of education? Can you plan, coordinate, and execute events for the purpose of community outreach and communicating the district brand, working with District staff and outside organizations as needed to coordinate participation of key participants and facilitate event logistics? Can you drive engagement on the District's digital channels and expand audiences through themed campaigns, community networking, and cross-promotion? Can you prepare press releases for distribution to local news media and coordinate media coverage opportunities?
Requirements / Qualifications
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of training, experience, and/or education equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with an emphasis in communication, languages, journalism, or related field and related event planning and journalistic experience. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California driver's license and availability of private transportation (mileage expense allowance provided). Some positions in this job class may require fluency in a foreign language
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: To be eligible for consideration, interested candidates must submit the following documents by the application deadline: On-line Employment Application (Work experience filled out thoroughly) Response to the Supplemental Questionnaire Resume To receive education credit, you must provide a copy of College Degree, Official Transcript or completion of an apprenticeship/trade school program The supplemental questions should be answered thoroughly, clearly and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process. Please complete the online application to include all current and previous paid work history and education. Indicate on the application if you have unpaid volunteer or internship experience (unpaid work experience does not satisfy the minimum experience required to qualify for a position). The length of time you worked in each position or assignment must be clearly shown. If you have worked in a temporary (TOC) position, please include the job title, school/department and employment dates for each assignment. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing the work history and education sections of the employment application.
Requirements / Qualifications
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of training, experience, and/or education equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with an emphasis in communication, languages, journalism, or related field and related event planning and journalistic experience. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California driver's license and availability of private transportation (mileage expense allowance provided). Some positions in this job class may require fluency in a foreign language
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: To be eligible for consideration, interested candidates must submit the following documents by the application deadline: On-line Employment Application (Work experience filled out thoroughly) Response to the Supplemental Questionnaire Resume To receive education credit, you must provide a copy of College Degree, Official Transcript or completion of an apprenticeship/trade school program The supplemental questions should be answered thoroughly, clearly and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process. Please complete the online application to include all current and previous paid work history and education. Indicate on the application if you have unpaid volunteer or internship experience (unpaid work experience does not satisfy the minimum experience required to qualify for a position). The length of time you worked in each position or assignment must be clearly shown. If you have worked in a temporary (TOC) position, please include the job title, school/department and employment dates for each assignment. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing the work history and education sections of the employment application.
Comments and Other Information
Additional Information:
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The San Diego Unified School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The Title IX Coordinator's contact information is lryan@sandi.net, 619.725.8000 or by mail, 4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103. It is the policy of San Diego Unified School District to maintain a drug-free workplace. If needed, individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request accommodation.
Comments and Other Information
Additional Information:
The San Diego Unified School District communicates information regarding the hiring process via email. Please be aware that the District is not responsible for messages blocked by your email service. In an effort to allow our emails through your personal spam filter, you can add the domain@sandi.net and domain@governmentjobs.com to your safe senders list.
The San Diego Unified School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The Title IX Coordinator's contact information is lryan@sandi.net, 619.725.8000 or by mail, 4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103. It is the policy of San Diego Unified School District to maintain a drug-free workplace. If needed, individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request accommodation.
Application Deadline
8/9/2019 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/26/2019
Contact
SDUSD Employment Office Human Resources
619-725-8089
619-725-8089
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$3,321.70-$4,240.08 Monthly
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time