Director of Communications and Community Relations

Pittsburg Independent School District; Pittsburg (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pittsburg Independent School District in Pittsburg, Texas, seeks a Director of Communications to lead public relations efforts, coordinate media relations, and provide timely information about district activities to employees and the community.

The role emphasizes strong written and oral communication, crisis messaging, and collaboration with district leadership. Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or related field is required; journalism or communications experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, or related field.
• Excellent public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees, parents, or the public.
• Thorough knowledge of media relations and public relations functions; ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and do word processing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the district Public Information Officer (PIO) for media relations, crisis communications, and public messaging.
• Coordinate press releases and publish articles and photos in local media and other publications.
• Ensure that public information activities contribute to the attainment of district goals and objectives.
• Design, prepare, and edit district publications including newsletters, recruitment brochures, programs for events, and other materials.
• Represent the district on community committees and engage with civic organizations.

Skills

Public relations

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Media relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, or related field

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Word processing

Data analysis tools

Job description

Pittsburg Independent School District in Pittsburg, Texas, seeks a Director of Communications to lead public relations efforts, coordinate media relations, and provide timely information about district activities to employees and the community.

The role emphasizes strong written and oral communication, crisis messaging, and collaboration with district leadership. Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or related field is required; journalism or communications experience preferred.