Communications Coordinator

The District Communications Coordinator ensures that District messaging is delivered in a timely and strategic manner to the administration, staff, parents, students and residents of South Burlington. This position will report directly to the superintendent and will in collaboration with the superintendent to develop, implement and manage a District communication strategy and program to meet the overall goals and objectives of the District. This position will be integral in identifying and promoting the District’s brand through monitoring and staying abreast of public news, reporting of events, programs and services through presentations, print, electronic, social media messaging, direct media communications, and District website management. Developing and maintaining open communication and acting as liaison with the superintendent, school board, District administrators, IT department, media and external stakeholders will be important. Manages a District-wide calendar of events and attends School Board meetings and prepares minutes.

General Responsibilities:

• Assists the superintendent, administrators, and staff in establishing and maintaining positive brand identification, communication strategies, and accurate messaging.
• Designs and prepares specialized communications for the Superintendent and/or on behalf of the District.
• Regular attendance in accordance with the established work schedule is required.
• Maintains professionalism and confidentiality.
• Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule.
• Demonstrated ongoing commitment to District ends, equity, and inclusion.

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in English, communications, journalism, education or a related content area required. Demonstrated work experience in communications, digital technology, web management, marketing is preferred. Leadership role in education, business, or industry is helpful.

Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to apply knowledge of current trends, research, and theory specific to job duties. Must have exceptional digital literacy and demonstrated skills with software/computer knowledge such as: Microsoft and Google applications, graphics software, databases, email, internet and social media. The ability to learn and utilize new software programs as systems are upgraded. The incumbent must have a high degree of interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work as a team member and to work independently. Demonstrated initiative, tenacity, attention to detail, adaptability, organizational and planning skills to manage projects/assignments while meeting timelines is required. Demonstrated ongoing commitment to workplace diversity, sustainability, and delivering exceptional customer service is essential.

If you are passionate about communications and eager to contribute to a vibrant team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $31