Harmony Public Schools-San Antonio - District Director of Public Relations

Company: Texas Association of School Administrators
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

Harmony Public Schools-San Antonio - District Director of Public Relations Region: 20 School District/Employer: Harmony Public Schools-San Antonio District Category/Employer: Central Office, Charter/Private Position: Director Assignment Level: Level

• Alternative School
• Early Childhood
• Elementary
• High School
• Middle SchoolArea
  
  • Communications
  • Public Information Job Title: District Director of Public Relations School: Harmony Public Schools-San Antonio District Office Campus Description: Date Posted: 1/22/2021 Deadline: Until Filled Openings: 1 Commitment: Full Time Description/Notes: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    o Develop and maintain strong relationships at a district level with corporations and businesses, foundations,
    colleges/universities, non-profit organizations, officials, media professionals, individuals and civic groups for unique
    partnership opportunities which align with and support district goals.
    o Prepare and distribute materials to existing and potential partners supporting district goals and objectives.
    o Act as Partnership Program Coordinator (PPC) for all campus/district level community partnerships. Maintain a current
    community partners and outreach contact list for your district and work with principals to maintain lists for all campuses
    within your district.
    o Organize/attend meetings with elected/appointed officials, civic and opinion leaders, community organizations, business
    leaders and supporters in coordination with area superintendent, and school administrators.
    o Organize school visits with elected/appointed officials, civic and opinion leaders, community organizations, business
    leaders and supporters in coordination with area superintendent, and school administrators.
    o Assist, as needed, with training of staff and students ambassadors on protocol and best practices for all school visits.
    o Coordinate with school administrators to ensure all campuses are "visitor ready. Confirm notification of visits to staff and
    school ambassadors, and follow up with all visitors.
    o Maintain membership in and participation at Chamber of Commerce events, community organizations' events and school
    public relations associations at the district level.
    o Accompany area superintendent to or represent district at educational, social, and business events as appropriate.
    o Support district and campus events by inviting community leaders, media and local/city/state officials as appropriate.
    o Regularly participate in superintendent administration/staff meetings.
    o Perform other duties as assigned.
    SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
    o Strong written and verbal communications skills
    o Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, internal and external, to achieve campus, district and
    system goals and objectives.
    o Ability to work under time pressures and independently manage multiple projects.
    o Ability to clearly articulate key messages and promote Harmony story of success among large and small, external
    audiences.
    o Knowledge of web-based and social media applications.
    o Knowledge of word processing and other office software applications.
    o Ability to edit photo/video a plus.
    o Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external
    to the district.
    o Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software,
    calculator, copy machine and telephone.
    o Ability to analyze data
    o Ability to use effective interview techniques, effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills
    WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
    o Light Work: may require the occasional light lifting.
    o Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.
    o Position is in office setting and may involve prolonged work at Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience.
    Degree in Communications, journalism, public relations, or related field (preferred)
    Minimum 2 years of experience in the field (preferred)
    Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) (preferred) Salary Range: Between 61K to 85 K Benefits: TRS, Health insurance benefits How To Apply: Apply at www.harmonytx.org/jobs
    Choose Location as San Antonio
    Choose Category as Admin/Professional
    
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