District Communications Director & Community Engagement

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

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.