Part Time - Public Information Officer

DELTA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 50J

Public Information Officer - Half Time

POSITION SUMMARY

The Public Information Officer supports Delta County School District 50J by coordinating clear, timely, and consistent communication with staff, families, the Board of Education, the media, and the community. The position leads strategic communications, media relations, public information, District publications, digital communications, branding, crisis communications, and community engagement. The position works closely with the Superintendent and serves as the District spokesperson when designated.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of three years of successful experience in public education, communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, solve problems, meet deadlines, and implement complex projects.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Fingerprint and background clearance.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in communications, public administration, education, or a related field.
• Experience in journalism, strategic communications, public relations, marketing, website management, or social media.
• Experience developing communication strategies and preparing public-facing materials for varied audiences.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive District communication plan that supports the District mission, Board priorities, strategic goals, and public trust.
• Serve as a communications advisor to the Superintendent, Board of Education, District leadership, and schools regarding initiatives, issues, events, and public messaging.
• Identify ongoing and emerging communication needs and develop coordinated strategies for internal and external audiences.
• Serve as the District spokesperson when designated, respond to media inquiries, and prepare appropriate staff members for interviews or public statements.
• Write, edit, and distribute press releases, newsletters, feature stories, public notices, talking points, presentations, flyers, brochures, annual reports, advertisements, and other District communications.
• Manage or coordinate content for the District website, social media accounts, mass-notification systems, and other digital communication platforms.
• Coordinate District branding and support schools and departments in maintaining accurate, accessible, and consistent communications.
• Advise District and school leaders regarding crisis and emergency communications and coordinate messaging with public agencies and community partners when appropriate.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with families, staff, local media, business and community leaders, elected officials, area educators, and other key constituencies.
• Attend Board of Education meetings and other District or community events as assigned; prepare presentations and public information materials as needed.
• Coordinate communication and public information for District elections and ballot measures in compliance with applicable legal requirements and Board direction.
• Promote student, staff, school, and District accomplishments through appropriate media and communication channels.
• Provide communication support for special events, public meetings, recognitions, commun