Usd458
Communications Coordinator - District Office
Usd458, Linwood, New Jersey, United States, 08222
Communications Coordinator - District Office
Applications will be accepted: Friday, January 2, 2026 12:00 AM - Monday, January 12, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Job Description
Basehor-Linwood is currently seeking a District Office Communications Coordinator to begin immediately.
Title:
Communications Coordinator
Reports to:
Superintendent of School
Position Summary:
Facilitates communication with district’s internal and external public to generate a climate of understanding of the district’s efforts to provide each student with the best possible education in a complex multi‑cultural society.
Qualifications:
Baccalaureate degree preferred; English, Journalism, Communications background preferred
Excellent skills in grammar, writing, desktop publishing, communications and interpersonal skills
Excellent skill in using design programs such as Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Canva, and Photoshop
Excellent skills in website organization and social media
Demonstrated knowledge of methods of effective communication
Desire and ability to work with students and staff
A willingness to cooperate with and follow the directions of the district Superintendent
The ability and willingness to communicate with parents
Ability to plan, organize, and ensure activities are completed
Proficient in data collection and reporting
Excellent written and oral skills
Proficient in Microsoft and Google applications
Essential Functions:
Provide means for clear communications with patrons, staff and students by coordinating preparation of district communication information, including brochures, external, internal and eNewsletters and other publications, developing news releases, creating Board Briefs, taking pictures of district events and keeping the Superintendent informed of all related activities.
Manages district’s digital presence including district website, district Facebook page, Instagram, Superintendent’s Messages, and community events.
Assists with the coordination of websites to promote continuity in publication and communication amongst buildings.
Attends all Education Foundation meetings
Acts as Secretary/Treasurer
Coordinates communication between internal and external publics (including social media)
Disburses all scholarships to recipient universities through Greater Kansas City Community Foundation (each June)
Assists with Scholarship Golf Classic coordination (June‑October), Major Saver discount card fundraiser (April), and Appreciation Breakfast.
Maintains open lines of communication with community organizations
Provides prompt responses to requests for information about the district, its policies and its programs
Prepares reports as requested for administrative team and Board of Education concerning plans and procedures to facilitate communication with internal and external public
Serves as liaison with potential students and their families, arranging and conducting tours of buildings, providing information about the district, and promoting the district to newcomers to assist them in decision making when it comes to school selection
Works with Superintendent, Board of Education and community committees in all phases of preparation for bond issues projects for the school district
Coordinates district surveys of staff, parents, and community
Upon direction from the Superintendent serves as an information liaison between the school district staff and the community
Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent/Director of Teaching and Learning may designate
Prepare BOE agendas and update policies as approved
Plan and coordination of KTOY tours.
General Responsibilities:
Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal & telephone skills
Must demonstrate proficiency in gathering information to produce excellent school district publications
Must demonstrate knowledge and ability to use office, classroom, media equipment, and word processing
Communicates effectively with all members of the school district and community.
Works effectively with community organizations.
Reacts to change productively and handles other tasks as assigned.
Supports the value of education.
Supports the mission and vision of USD #458.
Keeps abreast of new information, best practices, innovative ideas, and techniques.
Adheres to all district health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools/Assistant Superintendent
Physical Requirements:
Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in the work environment. Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job is required.
Must have physical stamina to maintain job responsibilities. Requires occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and turning.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Term of Employment:
12 months
Evaluation:
Performance effectiveness will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Kansas Statutes and Board of Education Policy.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
The Basehor-Linwood School District prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, or religion in its programs, activities or employment as required by applicable federal and state laws.
For more information about the Basehor-Linwood USD 458 School District and employee benefits, please visit our website at www.usd458.org.
Primary Location: Basehor-Linwood Board of Education Office
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Job Description
Basehor-Linwood is currently seeking a District Office Communications Coordinator to begin immediately.
Title:
Communications Coordinator
Reports to:
Superintendent of School
Position Summary:
Facilitates communication with district’s internal and external public to generate a climate of understanding of the district’s efforts to provide each student with the best possible education in a complex multi‑cultural society.
Qualifications:
Baccalaureate degree preferred; English, Journalism, Communications background preferred
Excellent skills in grammar, writing, desktop publishing, communications and interpersonal skills
Excellent skill in using design programs such as Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Canva, and Photoshop
Excellent skills in website organization and social media
Demonstrated knowledge of methods of effective communication
Desire and ability to work with students and staff
A willingness to cooperate with and follow the directions of the district Superintendent
The ability and willingness to communicate with parents
Ability to plan, organize, and ensure activities are completed
Proficient in data collection and reporting
Excellent written and oral skills
Proficient in Microsoft and Google applications
Essential Functions:
Provide means for clear communications with patrons, staff and students by coordinating preparation of district communication information, including brochures, external, internal and eNewsletters and other publications, developing news releases, creating Board Briefs, taking pictures of district events and keeping the Superintendent informed of all related activities.
Manages district’s digital presence including district website, district Facebook page, Instagram, Superintendent’s Messages, and community events.
Assists with the coordination of websites to promote continuity in publication and communication amongst buildings.
Attends all Education Foundation meetings
Acts as Secretary/Treasurer
Coordinates communication between internal and external publics (including social media)
Disburses all scholarships to recipient universities through Greater Kansas City Community Foundation (each June)
Assists with Scholarship Golf Classic coordination (June‑October), Major Saver discount card fundraiser (April), and Appreciation Breakfast.
Maintains open lines of communication with community organizations
Provides prompt responses to requests for information about the district, its policies and its programs
Prepares reports as requested for administrative team and Board of Education concerning plans and procedures to facilitate communication with internal and external public
Serves as liaison with potential students and their families, arranging and conducting tours of buildings, providing information about the district, and promoting the district to newcomers to assist them in decision making when it comes to school selection
Works with Superintendent, Board of Education and community committees in all phases of preparation for bond issues projects for the school district
Coordinates district surveys of staff, parents, and community
Upon direction from the Superintendent serves as an information liaison between the school district staff and the community
Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent/Director of Teaching and Learning may designate
Prepare BOE agendas and update policies as approved
Plan and coordination of KTOY tours.
General Responsibilities:
Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal & telephone skills
Must demonstrate proficiency in gathering information to produce excellent school district publications
Must demonstrate knowledge and ability to use office, classroom, media equipment, and word processing
Communicates effectively with all members of the school district and community.
Works effectively with community organizations.
Reacts to change productively and handles other tasks as assigned.
Supports the value of education.
Supports the mission and vision of USD #458.
Keeps abreast of new information, best practices, innovative ideas, and techniques.
Adheres to all district health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools/Assistant Superintendent
Physical Requirements:
Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in the work environment. Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job is required.
Must have physical stamina to maintain job responsibilities. Requires occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and turning.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Term of Employment:
12 months
Evaluation:
Performance effectiveness will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Kansas Statutes and Board of Education Policy.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
The Basehor-Linwood School District prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, or religion in its programs, activities or employment as required by applicable federal and state laws.
For more information about the Basehor-Linwood USD 458 School District and employee benefits, please visit our website at www.usd458.org.
Primary Location: Basehor-Linwood Board of Education Office
#J-18808-Ljbffr