Communications and Equity Specialist

ISD 622; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Legal insurance

Dental insurance

Vacation time

Sick time

Job summary

ISD 622 in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Communications and Equity Specialist to support district-wide messaging and inclusive communications. The role drives internal and external communications across sites and departments, crafting messages that connect with the entire school community and advancing inclusion goals.

The position requires a BA in marketing/communications or equivalent, with experience in media/PR, strong writing/graphics/photography, and the ability to manage multiple projects,

Qualifications

• B.A. degree in marketing, journalism, public relations, communications or equivalent.
• Experience in the marketing or communications field, including media and public relations.
• Excellent organizational and project planning capabilities.
• Proven ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Human relation skills and experience with diverse populations and community organizations inside a public school district or educational service agency.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating professional writing, graphic design, and photography skills.
• Strong video shooting and editing skills to create short recap videos for social media.
• A flexible work schedule to accommodate evening public events or special district programs.
• Ability to work with deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a natural ability to connect and collaborate with others.

Responsibilities

• Lead district-wide strategies to build affirming, inclusive, and welcoming school environments aligned with the Strategic Plan.
• Create press releases, social media posts, communication plans, and newsletter content.
• Assist in covering positive stories at schools and district level, informing, promote and celebrate our students, staff, schools and district.
• Assist with special-project writings, publications and presentations including grants, community reports, leadership presentations, and marketing materials.
• Work with building and department leaders in the implementation of aligned culture/climate and inclusion strategies.
• Lead coverage for special programs when needed.
• Record Board meetings and support other district-wide events.
• Partner with the grants department and assist as needed.
• Lead special projects to amplify student, staff, and family voices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project planning

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Writing

Graphic design

Photography

Video shooting/editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, journalism, public relations, communications or equivalent

Master's degree in marketing, journalism, public relations, communications or equivalent

Job description

Position: Communications and Equity Specialist

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 hours per day

Start Date: Immediately

Pay: Starting at $60,000- DOQ

Benefits: Health, Vision, Life, Disability, Legal and Dental Insurance; Vacation and Sick Time Off per the Non Unit Contract

Summary

The Communications and Equity Specialist provides comprehensive support across various school district sites and departments. This position drives both internal and external communication needs through effective print and digital media. The specialist develops and implements district-wide communication strategies, executes targeted programs for diverse audiences, and crafts meaningful messages that connect with the entire school community. Additionally, the employee shares responsibility for creating affirming, inclusive environments while leading the district's inclusion goals through mindful, compassionate communication.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead district-wide strategies to build affirming, inclusive, and welcoming school environments aligned with the Strategic Plan.
• Create press releases, social media posts, communication plans, and newsletter content.
• Assist in covering positive stories at schools and district level, working with building contacts to inform, promote and celebrate our students, staff, schools and district.
• Assist with special-project writings, publications and presentations as assigned including grants, community reports, leadership presentations, and marketing materials.
• Work with building and department leaders in the implementation of aligned culture/climate and inclusion strategies.
• Lead coverage for special and programs when needed.
• Record Board meetings and support other district-wide events.
• Partner with the grants department and assist as needed.
• Lead special projects to amplify student, staff, and family voices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• B.A. degree in marketing, journalism, public relations, communications or equivalent
• Experience in the marketing or communications field, including media and public relations
• Excellent organizational and project planning capabilities
• Proven ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Human relation skills and experience working with diverse populations and community organizations inside a public school district or educational service agency
• Strong portfolio demonstrating professional writing, graphic design, and photography skills
• Strong video shooting and editing skills to create short recap videos for social media
• A flexible work schedule to accommodate evening public events or special district programs
• Ability to work with deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills with a natural ability to connect and collaborate with others

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion to work in public education
• Master's degree in marketing, journalism, public relations, communications or equivalent

ISD 622 is a community collaborative dedicated to educating and empowering all learners to excel in our changing world. As a Communications Specialist in our learning environment, the individual will primarily work indoors in a climate controlled office environment, but will be required to attend events throughout the District. At times the events may be outdoors.

Independent School District No, 622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale, does not discriminated on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity.

ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.