Director of Communications

Champaign-Ford Regional Office of Education #9; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Champaign-Ford Regional Office of Education #9 in Illinois seeks a Director of Communications to serve as the primary liaison between the school district and stakeholders. The role oversees all communication efforts, ensuring district programs and initiatives are communicated clearly both internally and externally.

The successful candidate will manage communications strategies, engage with diverse community partners, and guide the district's narrative to support the Strategic Plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, mass communications, or related field.
• Professional experience in a public relations role.
• Strong understanding of internal and external public relations strategies.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven track record in planning, executing, and evaluating communication programs.
• Ability to manage budgets and personnel effectively.
• Familiarity with two-way communication principles.
• National School Public Relations Association or Public Relations Society of American accreditation is a plus.
• Adherence to the ethical standards of the public relations profession.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the key liaison between the school district and stakeholders within the educational community.
• Oversee all aspects of communication, both internally and externally.
• Ensure that the District's Strategic Plan, programs, and initiatives are effectively shared with various stakeholders.

Skills

Public relations experience

Communication skills

Budget management

Personnel management

Two-way communication principles

Strategic communication planning

Internal and external communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in public relations or mass communications

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - ROE #9 Champaign-Ford County School Districts

ROE #9 Champaign-Ford County School Districts

Description: Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3 is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as the Director of Communications. This role will serve as the key liaison between the school district and stakeholders within the educational community. The Director of Communications will oversee all aspects of communication, both internally and externally, ensuring that the District's Strategic Plan, programs, and initiatives are effectively shared with various stakeholders. This is an opportunity to shape the narrative and foster meaningful connections within Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in public relations, mass communications, or related field. Additional qualifications include:

• Professional experience in a public relations role.
• Strong understanding of internal and external public relations strategies.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven track record in planning, executing, and evaluating communication programs.
• Ability to manage budgets and personnel effectively.
• Familiarity with two-way communication principles.
• National School Public Relations Association or Public Relations Society of American accreditation is a plus.
• Adherence to the ethical standards of the public relations profession.

Salary: $65,000 - $90,000 depending on qualifications.

For More Information Contact:
Dr. Kenny Lee, Superintendent of Schools
Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3 Administrative Center
1301 S. Bulldog Dr.
Mahomet, IL 61853
Phone: [phone], Option 1
E-mail: [e-mail]

Postings current as of 11/11/2026 2:29:16 PM CST.

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