Director/Assistant Director of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations

Director/Assistant Director of Marketing, Communications, and Public RelationsDistrict 33 Mission: Equip students to become life-long learners who embrace diversity, welcome innovation, and aspire to be catalysts for positive change and growth. District 33 Vision: To be recognized as the school district that fosters: An innovative, rigorous & future-oriented education A culture of equity, diversity & personalized learning Student agency to develop voice, choice, ownership & self-sufficiency Active community partnerships District 33 Core Values: Collaboration Partnerships Equity Student voice & choice High expectations Support for the whole child High levels of engagement Trusting relationshipsPosition Goal: The Director/Assistant Director of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations is primarily responsible for building and communicating a unified brand for the District that highlights its positive accomplishments and its public perception. This position will support the District's strategic plan through increasing public awareness of issues, trends, and resources with regard to the District as well as raise public and employee awareness of events, programs, services and goals of the District. Additionally, the person in this position will provide leadership in advising and making recommendations of appropriate communication strategies to the Superintendent.Position Qualifications In Addition to Those on the Job Description: Marketing, Communications, and PR experience in a school district preferred Ability to think strategically as it pertains to the position and district Bilingual in Spanish preferred Commitment to minimally 5 years in this position Administrator Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Board paid 70% PPO and 80% HMO) Free life insurance equal to base salary Retirement plan options Board Paid TRS Paid Time Off $500 towards professional dues/memberships Work Schedule: 12 Months, Full Time Starting Salary Range: $115,065-$144,596 + Board Paid TRS, based on experience (This position will be an Assistant Director or Director level, dependent on experience and education)Further Information on District 33: West Chicago Elementary School District 33 is a Pre-K through 8th grade system with a Birth to 3 program, Preschool, five elementary schools, and one 6/7/8 middle school. West Chicago Elementary School District 33's population reflects the diverse demographics of West Chicago and portions of Winfield and Wheaton, from which it draws its student enrollment. The overall student population is approximately 3,000. Of that number, approximately 81.1% of the students come from Hispanic origins, 12.3% White, 3.2% Asian/Pacific Islander and 3.2% Black. The Mission of West Chicago Elementary School District 33 is to equip students to become life-long learners who embrace diversity, welcome innovation, and aspire to be catalysts for positive change and growth. Our vision is to be recognized as a school district that fosters: An innovative, rigorous & future-oriented education A culture of equity, diversity & personalized learning Student agency to develop voice, choice, ownership & self-sufficiency Active community partnershipsSummary: The Director/Assistant Director of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations is primarily responsible for building and communicating a unified brand for the District that highlights its positive accomplishments and its public perception. This position will support the District's strategic plan through increasing public awareness of issues, trends, and resources with regard to the District as well as raise public and employee awareness of events, programs, services and goals of the District. Additionally, the person in this position will provide leadership in advising and making recommendations of appropriate communication strategies to the Superintendent.Essential Job Functions:Communication and Public RelationsWebsite/Social MediaCommunity RelationsEducation, Certification, Qualifications Profile:Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualification would be equivalent to: Bachelor's degree in communication, public relations, marketing, or a related degree. Previous experience in community relations, communication, marketing, or public relations.Available to work some evenings and weekends.Highly skilled relationship builder with exceptional interpersonal skills.Knowledge of community resources.Outstanding oral and written communication skills.Knowledge of journalism, public relations and marketing.Knowledge of social media platforms and their appropriate use for marketing and branding.Thorough knowledge of digital publishing (visual graphics, high quality videos, flyers, etc), word processing, Google Suite, and related computer skills.Working knowledge of computerized research techniques including the Internet and other on-line research tools.Bilingual Preferred.Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:Ability to work independently, stay on-task, multi-task, and take responsibility to complete assigned projects in a timely and efficient manner.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information.Ability to communicate effectively with parents, students, teachers, administration, and community members.Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.Ability to independently apply analytical, problem-solving, and creative-thinking skills with respect to communication issues.Ability to use e-mail and office equipment effectively.Ability to multitask.Ability to take initiative in this role.Travel Requirement: Travel between schools and in the community is required.Work Environment:Works in a standard office and school building environment.Physical Job Requirements: Indicate according to essential duties/responsibilitiesEmployee is required to:Occasionally Frequently ContinuouslyStand XWalk X Sit XUse hands dexterously (use fingers to handle, feel) X Reach with hands and arms X Climb or balance X Stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl X Talk or hear X Smell X Physical (Lift & Carry): Up to 10 pounds X Up to 25 pounds X Up to 50 pounds X Up to 75 pounds X Up to 100 pounds More than 100 poundsADOPTED: October 21, 1999REVISED: June 21, 2007 May 7, 2020 February 7, 2023 December 9, 2024