Public Education Media Relations Specialist

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) seeks an Assistant Press Secretary to support internal and external communications and collaborate with one of the District’s most public-facing teams. The role involves coordinating press events, developing talking points, and ensuring stories are effectively conveyed to media and the public.

The position requires a self-starter who can manage multiple tasks and deliver strong storytelling about public education, with opportunities for career growth within the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in communications, media, marketing/PR, political campaigns, or education policy.
• Public education communications experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support internal and external communication and collaboration for CPS press team.
• Plan and execute CPS press events involving senior District and school leadership.
• Write succinct and compelling press releases and land related stories.
• Manage the press team’s calendar and coordinate within the Office of Communications.
• Provide ongoing support during events to ensure timeliness and success.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong written communication

Public relations

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) seeks an Assistant Press Secretary to support internal and external communications and collaborate with one of the District’s most public-facing teams. The role involves coordinating press events, developing talking points, and ensuring stories are effectively conveyed to media and the public.

The position requires a self-starter who can manage multiple tasks and deliver strong storytelling about public education, with opportunities for career growth within the