Director of Communications

ROE #9 Champaign-Ford County School Districts; Mahomet (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3 is seeking a Director of Communications to serve as the key liaison between the district and stakeholders. The role oversees all aspects of internal and external communication, ensuring the district's strategic plan and initiatives are clearly shared with the community.

The successful candidate will lead communications programs, manage budgets and personnel, and apply two-way communication principles to strengthen engagement with students, families, staff, and partners.

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.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the key liaison between the district and stakeholders.
• Oversee all aspects of communication, internally and externally.
• Ensure the District's Strategic Plan, programs, and initiatives are effectively shared with stakeholders.
• Shape the narrative and foster meaningful connections within the Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3.

Skills

Public relations

Internal communications

External communications

Budget management

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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]