Events and Community Partnerships Officer - Communications - Education Centre

Rocky View Schools (RVS); Airdrie; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation pro-rated

11 earned days pro-rated

Hybrid working arrangement (one day a‑

Extended Health, Dental, Wellness &amp

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Professional development and training

Job summary

Rocky View Schools (RVS) invites applications for a continuing, full-time Events and Community Partnerships Officer based at the Education Centre in Airdrie, Alberta. The role leads division-wide events, partnership engagement and strategic communications to enhance student learning and community connections.

Immediate start available. Reporting to the Director of Communications and Engagement, you will coordinate events, develop partnerships, tell impact stories and support policy-compliant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a related field.
• Minimum of three years' related experience in communications, marketing, event management, engagement or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of division events, ceremonies, celebrations and engagement activities
• Develop and implement partnership recognition and communication strategies that celebrate contributions and highlight the impact of partnerships on student learning
• Serve as the central coordinator for partnership recognition initiatives, ensuring a consistent and strategic approach across the organization
• Identify and promote partnership success stories through a variety of communication channels
• Research, write and edit a broad range of internal and external communications materials and content
• Contribute to the ongoing review and update of both the internal and corporate websites to ensure quality and accuracy of information
• Provide team/client counsel to understand communications objectives and make recommendations on tactics and communications strategies
• Build and maintain highly effective relationships
• Support Executive and Board members on communications approaches with support from the Director
• Participate in crisis response as required
• Liaise with external agencies, partners, vendors, media, etc.
• Engage in professional development on an ongoing basis

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Public relations

Event planning

Project management

Writing and editing

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a related field

Tools

SharePoint

Office 365

Job description

Company Overview

As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than29,600students from Kindergarten to Grade 12in 53 schoolsto ensure they learn, belong and succeed.

RVS issituated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuutina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.

Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.

The Opportunity

RVS invites applications for acontinuing, full-time (35 hrs/ wk )Events and Community Partnerships Officer position starting immediatelyat theEducation Centre located in Airdrie, Alberta.

Reporting to the Director of Communications and Engagement, the Events and Community Partnerships Officer plays a key role in advancing Rocky View Schools' (RVS) strategic priorities through impactful communications, event management and partnership engagement. This position leads the planning and delivery of division-wide events and recognition initiatives while supporting the development and promotion of meaningful partnerships that enhance student learning and strengthen community connections.

Working collaboratively with schools, Education Centre staff, the community and other external partners, the Events and Community Partnerships Officer develops engaging communications, coordinates key events and helps tell the stories that showcase the impact of RVS programs, people and partnerships.

Responsibilities Include

• Lead the planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of division events, ceremonies, celebrations and engagement activities
• Develop and implement partnership recognition and communication strategies that celebrate contributions and highlight the impact of partnerships on student learning
• Serve as the central coordinator for partnership recognition initiatives, ensuring a consistent and strategic approach across the organization
• Identify and promote partnership success stories through a variety of communication channels
• Research, write and edit a broad range of internal and external communications materials and content
• Contribute to the ongoing review and update of both the internal and corporate websites to ensure quality and accuracy of information
• Provide team/client counsel to understand communications objectives and make recommendations on tactics and communications strategies
• Build and maintain highly effective relationships
• Support Executive and Board members on communications approaches with support from the Director
• Participate in crisis response as required
• Liaise with external agencies, partners, vendors, media, etc.
• Support engagement plans, tools, data collection and analysis, and communication
• Demonstrate and model a genuine appreciation for, and understanding of, protocol, discretion, and professionalism in RVS
• Embrace and model the use of technologies within RVS
• Understand, comply with and model all legal and RVS requirements for safety and health, as they pertain to the workplace
• Engage in professional development on an ongoing basis

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a related field
• Minimum of three years' related experience in communications, marketing, event management, engagement or a related discipline
• Event management experience would be considered an asset
• Previous experience within a school division or public sector would be considered an asset

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated skills in interpersonal communication and public relations
• Sound judgement and decision-making ability
• Demonstrated event planning and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Experience creating digital communications assets, including graphics, presentations, infographics, video or social media content
• Proficient writing and editing skills
• Ability to successfully work in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications
• Experience with SharePoint and Office 365

Rocky View Schools Benefits

• 3 weeks' vacation pro-rated based on start date
• 11 Earned Days pro-rated based on start date
• Hybrid (one day a week, working remotely) with supervisor approval
• Benefits Plan (Extended Health, Dental, Wellness & Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Professional development and training opportunities

Pre-employment Requirements

• The successful candidate must submita current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment
• Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position including WES/IQAS evaluation documents for completed education outside of Canada.
• Applicants must provide a professional letter of reference, attached to the job application, from their most recent supervisor, relevant to the job opportunity, written on company letterhead, signed and dated within the past 18 months; or a list of updated references of a current/recent supervisor on your application.