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Bilingual Communication Specialist- 1600

Employer
Kansas City Public Schools
Location
Kansas City, MO, US
Salary
Competitive
Kansas City, MO School District

Bilingual Communication Specialist- 1600 (Bilingual Communication Specialist- 1600)

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Job DetailsPosting ID Bilingual Communication Specialist- 1600

Title Bilingual Communication Specialist- 1600Description KANSAS CITY MISSOURI SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Title: Bilingual Communication Specialist

Job Title Code: 01600

Salary Grade: A604 $21.04 - $31.07

Department: Communications Department

Reports To: Marketing Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Date Prepared: May 2019

Essential Job Functions:The responsibilities for this support position in the Communications Department include supporting the Director of Communications and Community Engagement in the operational aspects of the District's communications program, with a focus on engagement, community relations, public affairs, media relations and creating and maintaining a robust print and online presence.

Individual Responsibilities:Assist in planning and execution of engagement programs to involve and raise awareness among parents, staff and community members in school programs, initiatives and decision- making processes

Integrate communication strategies and tactics into daily school operations

Write, edit and coordinate production of professional, informative and creative print publications and digital media

Establish a dynamic and robust online presence using social media campaigns to engage and influence key audiences; integrate online campaigns with traditional communication channels

Provide support for the District's work in Community Engagement

Assist in maintaining KCPS and school websites, ensuring content is relevant and up-to-date

Provide communications support to school and administrative personnel

Provide communications and marketing support for KCPS athletic and extra-curricular programs and KCPS-TV

Provide support to various parent and staff committees

Attend Board of Education meetings as needed and communicate meeting information to the public

Respond to patron/community requests for information

Photograph and video KCPS and school events

Provide support for and attend community relations events

Required Qualifications:Bachelors' degree in communications or related field

Three to five years of experience in communications, public relations or a related field

Media training and media relations experience

Fluency in Spanish and English

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent writing and editing skills

Strong technology skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite and with websites and social media

Ability to use photo and video equipment and editing software

Excellent social media content creation and management skills

Experience with website management

Proven track record managing multiple projects on deadline

Strong organizational skills

Kansas City, MO School District Communications Specialist- 1600

Ability to work with many constituents, including staff, Board members, parents and

Special projects and events as needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This job requires that the employee be able to: sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, reach with hands and fingers; bend, stoop, lift objects of at least ten pounds.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Length of Work Year: 12 months Benefits: Health and Dental Insurance are provided.

KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan – mandatory 9.0% contribution effective

1/1/16 is required from employee and matched by KCPS; Voluntary retirement savings plans are also available.



Primary Location:
Board of Education
Salary Range:
$21.04 - $31.07 / Per Hour
Shift Type:
Full-Time

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