Communication Specialist

Allegheny Intermediate Unit in; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Intermediate Unit is seeking a Communications Specialist in Pittsburgh to write, edit and deliver communications across legislative outreach, marketing, advocacy and media relations. The role includes developing online content, coordinating event coverage and collaborating with the Marketing and Strategic Communication Department.

The position involves creating multimedia deliverables, supporting tight deadlines, and traveling to AIU and BVIU locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of directly related experience preferred.
• Exceptionally strong writing, editing, interpersonal and proofreading skills.
• Experience and understanding of K-12 field is preferred.
• Ability to travel for onsite activities; remote working options are available.

Responsibilities

• Writes, edits and proofs all communications for legislative outreach, emergency/crisis, marketing, advocacy and media relations.
• Develops marketing materials, online content and publications (print/digital).
• Provides coverage of events, including photos and video outside regular hours.
• Coordinates with Marketing and Strategic Communication for positive media outreach.
• Furnishes creative ideas and tactics for multimedia platforms used by client groups and districts.
• Keeps current with technology advances to improve efficiency.
• Assists in development and execution of communication strategies and tactics.
• Partners with client leads on services and deliverables.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Proofreading

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Creative content development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Multimedia or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Writes, edits and proofreads all types of communications and publications, including items for legislative outreach, emergency/crisis, marketing, advocacy and media relations purposes, and coordinates appropriate approvals for internal and external dissemination.
• Develops marketing materials, online content and publications (print and/or digital).
• Provides coverage, including photos and/or video, of events, which may be outside regular business hours.
• Coordinates with the AIU's Marketing and Strategic Communication Department for positive media outreach.
• Furnishes creative ideas and tactics for all types of multimedia platforms used by client groups and member school districts, staff and programs.
• Keeps current of all technology advances in the multimedia field to provide variety and to increase efficiency in the operation.
• Assists administrators and Marketing and Strategic Communication personnel in providing creative deliverables and meeting deadlines as requested.
• Assists in the development and execution of communication and marketing strategies and tactics.
• Partners with other client leads on services and deliverables relevant to that client.

• Bachelor's Degree in Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Multimedia or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Three years of directly related experience preferred.
• Exceptionally strong writing, editing, interpersonal and proofreading skills as well as the journalistic ability to source stories.
• Demonstrated ability to generate creative, well-designed web, video, photo and social media content.
• Experience and understanding of the K-12 field is preferred.
• Strong work ethic and a demonstrated desire to achieve excellence in work product and performance.
• A positive attitude with a customer service mindset.
• Ability to effectively work under tight deadlines and manage projects independently.
• Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative and responsible.
• Ability to travel as necessary for onsite activities at AIU and BVIU locations and BVIU member school districts. Remote working options are available.
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (including Premier Pro and After Effects), Microsoft Suite and other design software on both Microsoft and iOS platforms.
• Organized, detail oriented and enjoys working collaboratively and learning new skills.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel and Outlook, and willingness to experiment and work with new technologies.
• Ability to comply with the AIU Conduct Policy and applicable BVIU policies.

Additional Requirements:

• Current Act 114, Act 34 and Act 151 required prior to an offer (Must be dated within one year of hire date)
• School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340 (8/2011)) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Be able to lift or carry up to 25 pounds.
• Be able to bend or twist at the neck and back.
• Specific vision includes peripheral vision and close vision.
• Be able to stand for extended periods throughout the day.
• Ability to travel locally.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the Communication Specialist.

Reports To: Assistant Director, Marketing and Strategic Communication Department: Marketing and Strategic Communication Department Position Schedule: 260 days