Communications Specialist

Young World Physical Education; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District is seeking a Communications Specialist to promote positive public relations with the community and district staff. The role reports to the Chief of Communications & Information and is based in the Public Information Office.

The position involves producing district publications, coordinating media relations, and creating content for newsletters, the website, and social media.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, or related field preferred.
• Excellent public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees, parents or the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, internal and external.
• Thorough knowledge of media relations and public relations functions.
• Proficient in word processing and data analysis software.
• Familiar with Adobe Suite and Microsoft applications; quick to learn new software.
• Experience with audio/video equipment and desktop publishing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production, publication, and distribution of district publications and news releases.
• Ensure public information activities support district goals and objectives.
• Take photographs/ video for district publications and events; record meetings.
• Design, prepare, and edit district publications including newsletters and programs.
• Write and edit stories for newsletters, website, and social media.
• Provide administrative support to the Chief of Communications and Technology.
• Contribute to the District website content and updates.
• Attend events outside normal hours with reliable transportation.
• Assist in coordinating District events and special projects.

Skills

Public relations

Public speaking

Written and verbal communication

Media relations

Desktop publishing

Writing

AV equipment operation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, or related field

Tools

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Communications Specialist

San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District PIO - San Marcos, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5888635

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Communications Specialist Exemption Status: Exempt

Reports to: Chief Communications & Information Date Revised: January 2026

Technology Officer

Dept./School: Public Information Office

Primary Purpose:

Promote positive public relations between the school district and community in cooperation with the Chief of Communications. Prepare and provide information to the public about the activities, goals, and policies of the school district. Distribute pertinent information about the district and its activities to employees.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, or related field, preferred.
• Excellent public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees, parents, or the public
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district
• Thorough knowledge of media relations and public relations functions
• Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and do word processing
• Familiar with Adobe Suite, Microsoft applications; plus able to adapt and learn new software, required
• Ability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and perform repairs to audio and video equipment
• Experience in communications includes digital photography, audio-visual equipment, computers, writing, desktop publishing, and public relations.

Experience/Other Requirements:

Experience in communications includes digital photography, audio-visual equipment, computers, writing, desktop publishing, and public relations.

Personal cell phones and vehicles are required to handle district-related business, including after-hours.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Assist with production, publication, and distribution of district publications and news releases.
2. Ensure that public information activities contribute to the attainment of district goals and objectives.
3. Take photographs/video for district publications, presentations, and displays. Record meetings or programs (both video and audio) throughout the district.
4. Design, prepare, and edit district publications including newsletters, recruitment brochures, programs for special events, and other publications.
5. Acts as writer and editors of stories for newsletter, website, external publications, social media, and more.
6. Provides administrative assistance to the Chief of Communications and Technology
7. Contributes to the District website.
8. Must be able to attend events and meetings outside of normal works hours, such as Board Meetings, public hearings, school and District events with reliable transportation.
9. Assists in the coordination of District events.
10. Performs additional duties and accepts other responsibilities as may be assigned including special events.
11. Present, educate and schedule information sessions to assist and support parents and/ or community.

Policies, Reports, and Law:

• Develop and publicize reports related to the performance of the district and articulate district goals and objectives.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

EQUIPMENT USED:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; video camera, digital camera, video software

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

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

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to prioritize and handle a variety of duties simultaneously; ability to maintain emotional control under stress: occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Repetitive hand motions; prolonged sitting and computer use; moderate lifting; work with frequent interruptions; may work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district-wide and statewide travel.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $57,384 Per Year

Job Categories:

Administration > Public Affairs / Relations

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• SMCISD /Human Resources
• 1331 SH 123
• San Marcos, Texas 78666
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]