Senior Communication Specialist

Why Texas Association of School Boards (TASB)

We come from humble beginnings—picture a one-person organization created in 1949 to advocate for excellence in public education on behalf of Texas school board members. Fast forward to today, and we have more than 500 employees working together to provide 1,024 school districts with purposeful resources so they can focus on what matters most—excellent education for all 5.5 million Texas students.

We feel privileged to work alongside talented team members who are passionate about education and enjoy learning from new and different perspectives.  And our passion for education and learning doesn’t end there. Our culture has always encouraged employees to grow and become their best selves, both professionally and personally, through a variety of innovative and collaborative development opportunities. You’re likely beginning to see why we’ve been regularly named by Austin Business Journal as a Top Ten Best Places to Work!

TASB offers competitive pay and rich benefits, including retirement matching of 2:1 up to 5% after one year (for example, if you contribute 5% to the plan, TASB will contribute 10%), on-site daycare, an on-site gym, a wellness program, tuition reimbursement, remote work options, flexible schedules, and more.

Every role at TASB complements our mission and the educational impact being made in communities across Texas. If you consider your work exceptional and want to help drive our mission forward, keep reading.

About You

As Senior Communications Specialist, you’ll join an award-winning team that tells the stories of public education—and the leaders who serve Texas students every day, including more than 7,000 elected school board members across the state.

In this role, you’ll bring strategy and creativity to member-facing communications and help shape our flagship magazine, Texas Lone Star. You’ll develop, implement, and evaluate communications plans that advance TASB’s strategic objectives and strengthen our reputation with members and the public. You’ll also serve as a trusted advisor and steady project lead for strategic campaigns—guiding work from concept to completion so it lands with clarity, purpose, and the highest standards of accuracy and quality.

A Typical Day 

• Own the end-to-end creation of high-impact content across print, digital, and social—keeping every channel cohesive, on brand, and consistently excellent.
• Write and edit sharp, engaging copy for newsletters, social media, web, video, and Texas Lone Star—distilling complex ideas into clear, reader-friendly messages that inform and inspire.
• Partner across the Association as a go-to communications liaison—supporting teams with events, campaigns, and outreach that connect with members and move work forward.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Join a high-performing Communications team that pairs creative collaboration with a deep commitment to accuracy, clarity, and deadlines.
• Deliver standout, member-first content that informs, equips, and celebrates school leaders across print, digital, and social platforms.
• Lead projects from kickoff to final proof—keeping teams aligned, processes on track, and deliverables polished and on time.
• Translate complex K-12 policy and education trends into clear, compelling stories that help school leaders act with confidence.
• Build trusted relationships with internal partners and subject-matter experts to elevate ideas into campaigns that move from concept to measurable results.
• Shape the voice and direction of Texas Lone Star—delivering thoughtful features that celebrate districts, spotlight innovation, and strengthen member pride.
• Raise the bar for editorial excellence by refining processes and ensuring every deliverable is professional, accurate, and on-brand.
• Help advance TASB’s mission at scale—so the communications you lead today support stronger governance, better decision-making, and brighter outcomes for Texas students.

Skills for Success

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field. 
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in a communications role, with at lease two years in a senior specialist capacity or as a team lead. 
• Prior experience as a communications specialist in a K-12 public education or nonprofit setting preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills. 
• Strong project leadership abilities. 
• Ability to write long-form magazine features. 
• Advanced knowledge of social media management and digital communication tools. 
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