SPECIALIST, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EVENTS

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 51,696 - 62,035; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

A large public education institution in Colorado is seeking a Specialist in Community Engagement and Events to enhance parental and community participation in educational programs. The ideal candidate will manage events, support outreach initiatives, and have a background in communication and project management. Applicants should possess a relevant Bachelor's degree and demonstrate strong writing skills. This role offers a salary range from $51,696 to $62,035 annually, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience required.
• 3 years of demonstrated experience in event planning and communications.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Promotes Family and Community Engagement at community events.
• Supports engagement and outreach initiatives for the Office of FACE.
• Organizes program events, coordinating logistics like transportation and food.

Skills

Event planning

Writing

Communications

Project management

Spanish fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

SPECIALIST, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EVENTS

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Job Description

Applications will be received until January 29, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.

About This Job

Works to engage and involve parents, students, community leaders, and school administrators to increase participation in and understanding of community engagement programs. Involves grassroots organizing, interacting with parents/guardians of diverse backgrounds, as well as with community leaders by email, phone, text, face-to-face. Coordinates meaningful, engaging events, including but not limited to, school-based parent outreach events, industry summits, and recognitions/celebrations. Supports other marketing initiatives and communications campaign development and execution.

What DPS Offers You

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary Range: $51,696 - $62,035 annually Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .

What You’ll Do

• Promotes visibility and participation by representing Family and Community Engagement (FACE) at community-focused events, including fairs, info sessions, and expos
• Provides support during engagement and outreach initiatives for the Office of FACE and amplifying engagement for existing programs; effectively encourages parents and community members to participate in community initiatives
• Organizes and runs program events, coordinating logistics, including transportation, budget, food/snacks, recruitment, and volunteer supervision
• Works closely with district teams to develop and implement a plan to better connect and engage with families and inform them about FACE programs and District-wide initiatives
• Assists the rest of the communications team as needed, which may include copywriting for internal or external newsletters, designing information materials, identifying and recognizing outstanding parent and community achievements with written and video stories
• Works closely with the Denver Public Schools Foundation, the District, and partner organizations to enhance cross-promotion of campaigns and key messages
• Connects with the family and communities through press interviews and outreach and engagement events

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's or relevant work experience required
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Liberal Arts, Community Engagement, Conflict Resolution, or a comparable field
• 3 years of demonstrated experience that includes event planning, writing, and communications required
• Spanish fluency is preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong project management skills and ability to work largely independently under a series of tight deadlines
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students. DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.