District Communications & Equity Lead

North Saint Paul Maplewood & Oakdale School District 622; North Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Dental Insurance

Vacation and Sick Time

Job summary

ISD 622 in Minnesota seeks a Communications and Equity Specialist to drive district-wide communication strategies, craft press content, and lead inclusion initiatives across schools. You will manage internal and external messaging, coordinate with district leaders, and develop programs that amplify student, staff, and family voices.

The role requires a BA in marketing/communications and experience in media/public relations, with a flexible schedule for evening events and strong writing/video

Qualifications

• B.A. degree in marketing, journalism, public relations, communications or equivalent.
• Experience in the marketing or communications field, including media and public relations.
• Excellent organizational and project planning capabilities.
• Proven ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Human relation skills and experience working with diverse populations and community organizations inside a public school district or educational service agency.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating professional writing, graphic design, and photography skills.
• Strong video shooting and editing skills to create short recap videos for social media.
• A flexible work schedule to accommodate evening public events or special district programs.
• Ability to work with deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills with a natural ability to connect and collaborate with others.

Responsibilities

• Lead district-wide strategies to build affirming, inclusive, and welcoming school environments aligned with the Strategic Plan.
• Create press releases, social media posts, communication plans, and newsletter content.
• Assist in covering positive stories at schools and district level, working with building contacts to inform, promote and celebrate our students, staff, schools and district.
• Assist with special-project writings, publications and presentations as assigned including grants, community reports, leadership presentations, and marketing materials.
• Work with building and department leaders in the implementation of aligned culture/climate and inclusion strategies.
• Lead coverage for special and programs when needed.
• Record Board meetings and support other district-wide events.
• Partner with the grants department and assist as needed.
• Lead special projects to amplify student, staff, and family voices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Marketing communications

Organizational skills

Project planning

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Portfolio development

Video editing

Flexibility

Deadline management

Education

B.A. degree in marketing, journalism, public relations, communications or equivalent

Master's degree in marketing, journalism, public relations, communications or equivalent

Job description

ISD 622 in Minnesota seeks a Communications and Equity Specialist to drive district-wide communication strategies, craft press content, and lead inclusion initiatives across schools. You will manage internal and external messaging, coordinate with district leaders, and develop programs that amplify student, staff, and family voices.

The role requires a BA in marketing/communications and experience in media/public relations, with a flexible schedule for evening events and strong writing/video