District Communications & Web Content Specialist

Lake-Forest-School-District; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid sick leave

Personal leave

IMRF retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115 is seeking a Communications Specialist to support the Chief Communications Officer and Communications Manager. The role focuses on maintaining digital platforms, creating internal and external communications, and assisting the Superintendent on district information needs.

Ideal candidates will have a BS/BA in Marketing or Communications, experience in email marketing tools, and proficiency with design software and CMS systems.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Previous work experience as a Communications Assistant or similar role.
• Proficient in Google Suite.
• Strong background with email marketing tools (Smore, MailChimp, Constant Contact).
• Working knowledge of design software (Canva, Photoshop, InDesign) and content management systems (Blackboard, Finalsite, WordPress, Drupal).
• Familiarity with Web standards/ Web design.
• Graphic design and video production experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Website Management: Oversee ongoing district website updates and training.
• Newsletter Production and Distribution: Assist in weekly and bi-weekly newsletters.
• Graphic Design and Production: Create graphics for social posts and district materials.
• iPhone Photography: Attend events to capture photos/video.
• Administrative Support: Support the Chief Communications Officer and manage the comms inbox.
• Event Coordination: Plan district events with vendors and IT support.
• Budget Management: Track communication expenditures and assist with budgeting.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

Skills

Marketing

Communications

Public relations

Writing

Editing

Interpersonal skills

Discretion

Organization

Creative thinking

Education

BS/BA in Marketing or Communications

Tools

Google Suite

Smore

MailChimp

Constant Contact

Finalsite

WordPress

Drupal

Canva

Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

The Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115 is seeking a Communications Specialist to support the Chief Communications Officer and Communications Manager. The role focuses on maintaining digital platforms, creating internal and external communications, and assisting the Superintendent on district information needs.

Ideal candidates will have a BS/BA in Marketing or Communications, experience in email marketing tools, and proficiency with design software and CMS systems.