HR & Communication Generalist

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools is seeking a Human Resources & Organizational Communications Specialist to blend HR operations with strategic communications. You will help shape the employee and community experience across one of Massachusetts' premier public school districts.

The role focuses on attracting educators, supporting employees, coordinating HR programs, and telling the Newton Public Schools story through digital and print communications, including recruiting and retention efforts.

Qualifications

• Five years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Organizational Development, or related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, draft, and edit recruitment materials and campaigns.
• Produce recruitment videos and showcase employee stories.
• Manage careers webpage and assist with onboarding/offboarding processes.
• Collaborate with IT and Communications to support district messaging and crisis communications.
• Support recruitment campaigns and strengthen employer brand.

Skills

Five years of experience

Excellent oral & written communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Canva

Google Workspace

Website content management systems

Social media platforms

Video editing

HRIS Munis preferred

Job description

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HR & Communication Generalist

Job Details

Job ID: 5869117
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Department:

Human Resources

Job Title:

Human Resources & Organizational Communications Specialist

FLSA Status:

(Exempt/Non-exempt)

Exempt

Salary Range

$71,000-75,000

Reports to:

Director of Human Resources, Chief of Access and Engagement

General Description (1-3 lines describing role):

Newton Public Schools is seeking an energetic, creative, and highly collaborative Human Resources & Organizational Communications Specialist to help shape the employee and community experience across one of Massachusetts' premier public school districts.

This unique role blends human resources operations with strategic communications to strengthen recruitment, employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, and community trust. The successful candidate will play an important role in attracting outstanding educators, supporting employees throughout their careers, coordinating key HR programs, and telling the story of Newton Public Schools through engaging digital and print communications.

This is an ideal opportunity for a professional who enjoys variety, thrives in a collaborative environment, is equally comfortable solving operational challenges and crafting compelling communications, and wants to make a meaningful impact on students by helping recruit, support, and retain exceptional educators.

Help shape the employee experience from recruitment through retirement while telling the story of one of Massachusetts' leading public school districts.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Canva
• Google Workspace
• Website content management systems
• Social media platforms
• Video editing
• HRIS (Munis preferred)

Essential Job Duties (not limited to):

Human Resources

• Employer branding:
• Produce recruitment videos
• Showcase employee stories
• Manage careers webpage
• Support recruitment campaigns
• Design hiring materials
• Highlight district accomplishments
• Strengthen Newton's employer brand
• Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding for ISS and LTS, Student teachers, and interns; verifications of employment (licensure) when needed.
• Forms: Stipends for moves, Mileage allowance, Medical reimbursements.
• CORI/SORI- new hires and 3-year re-CORI (reconciliation & tracking or accruals)
• Implement Munis updates, work histories, records requests, verifications for finance/mortgage, phone, and HR Support email box, PSLF.
• Performance of all other job-related duties as assigned.

Communications

• Design, draft, and edit a variety of written, digital, and video materials for distribution to the media and other outlets. This includes serving as the executive editor for the Newton Public Schools (NPS) website.
• Develop innovative strategies to enhance NPS visibility using social media among key audiences.
• Collaborate with other IT personnel in the Technology Department to support the district’s internal and external communication functions.
• Support strategic communications by working with the Chief of Engagement, Inclusion & Communications, including crisis and ad hoc communications needed by the Superintendent, as well as promotional materials for special initiatives and events.
• Strengthen and assist in improving the district’s communications plan to ensure regular and reliable communication with families, particularly regarding navigating the school system, district policies and procedures, events, and opportunities for family involvement.
• Collaborate with Information Technology to oversee content under the direction of the Chief of Access and Engagement on managing the NPS District Website, ensuring its relevance and ease of use, and recommend necessary improvements to the appropriate district staff.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Work Environment :

• Work is performed in both office and school environments

Physical Requirements :

• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Date Updated: 07/29/26

In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism, and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees, and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Joany Santa , Assistant Superintendent for HR
• Newton Public Schools - Ed Center
• Email: [e-mail]

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