Communication Specialist

Kent School District is looking for an amazing communication specialist who is a great collaborator with a flair for storytelling and passion for social media engagement. This individual will excel at writing and managing projects that promote communication between the district and its many constituencies. 

Under the direction of the Director, Communications and Public Affairs, the Communications Specialist works to implement the District’s communication plans and strategies to continually enhance the relationship between the District and staff, students, parents, and community by providing consistent, reliable, timely, and engaging information via a variety of outreach methods. In addition, this position develops and distributes district communications in print and electronic formats; serves as a contact for news media, staff, and the public; and manages the District’s social media program.

The Communications Specialist has excellent written and oral communication skills and can produce clear, compelling, and accurate content, on tight deadlines, with close attention to the audience, goals, messaging, and tone. The Communications Specialist can effectively utilize traditional, current, and advanced communication tools and technologies to enhance effective public relations. In addition, the Communications Specialist has excellent project management skills, an upbeat and collaborative approach, a deep understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the ability to work well with interdepartmental teams and contractors.

Advancement: All professional and technical employees will move incrementally over one salary schedule step each year.

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