HR & Communication Generalist

Newton Public Schools (MA); Newton (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools is seeking an energetic HR & Organizational Communications Specialist to blend HR operations with strategic communications, strengthening recruitment, employee engagement, and community trust. The role will help tell the Newton story through digital and print channels while coordinating key HR programs and staff communications.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree, 5+ years in HR/communications, and strong skills in Canva, Google Workspace, CMS, social media,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Organizational Development, or related field.
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Canva, Google Workspace, CMS, social media, video editing, and Munis HRIS.

Responsibilities

• Design, draft, and edit recruitment and communications materials for distribution to media and audiences.
• Develop strategies to enhance district visibility using social media and website content.
• Collaborate with IT to manage the district website and communications systems.
• Support recruitment campaigns, onboarding, and employment verifications.
• Strengthen Newton's employer brand and coordinate HR communications.

Skills

HR & Communications experience

Excellent oral and written skills

Ability to handle complex issues

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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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

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]