Director I, Communications and Special Projects #0620-445 at Contra Costa County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Contra Costa County Office of Education is a unique agency. One of 58 counties in the state of California, Contra Costa County has the 11th largest public school student population in the state. Officially established in 1932, the CCCOE has a long history of providing direct services to some of our county's most vulnerable students, including young people who are incarcerated, homeless or in foster care, as well as students who have severe physical or emotional challenges. CCCOE also provides support services to schools and school districts in Contra Costa County; services that can be handled most effectively and economically on a regional basis rather than by each of the county's 261 schools or 18 school districts. These services range from budget approval and fiscal support, to technology infrastructure and communication support. In addition, CCCOE provides some of the best, high level professional development opportunities for educators in the entire state. The County Office of Education is an essential part of Contra Costa's outstanding public school system. Overall, our county's students rank high on virtually every measure of achievement – from test scores to college entrance rates. For more information about the County Office's programs and services, we invite you to visit our website at www.cccoe.k12.ca.us
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS: Any combination equivalent to: • Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism or related field and five (5) years increasingly responsible public relations, journalism or related experience including work with the design and layout of publications. • Valid California driver’s license To be considered for this position, candidates must submit the following documents with their online application in PDF format: • Current resume • A personal letter of introduction outlining your education, training and experience in Communications and your interest in this position • Three (3) current letters of recommendation including one from a supervisor (dated within the last year) The following questions are included in the online application and those applications that do not have answers included will not be considered. See below: 1. What talents, experiences or assets make you a desirable candidate for this position? 2. Please describe your experience working with diverse staff, program and student populations. 3. What experience do you have developing and implementing communication plans? 4. Please describe your experience with social and digital media.
Please see detailed job description and supplemental information available at www.cocoschools.org/careers The Human Resources Department of the Contra Costa County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (925)942-3387.
REQUIREMENTS: Any combination equivalent to: • Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism or related field and five (5) years increasingly responsible public relations, journalism or related experience including work with the design and layout of publications. • Valid California driver’s license To be considered for this position, candidates must submit the following documents with their online application in PDF format: • Current resume • A personal letter of introduction outlining your education, training and experience in Communications and your interest in this position • Three (3) current letters of recommendation including one from a supervisor (dated within the last year) The following questions are included in the online application and those applications that do not have answers included will not be considered. See below: 1. What talents, experiences or assets make you a desirable candidate for this position? 2. Please describe your experience working with diverse staff, program and student populations. 3. What experience do you have developing and implementing communication plans? 4. Please describe your experience with social and digital media.
Please see detailed job description and supplemental information available at www.cocoschools.org/careers The Human Resources Department of the Contra Costa County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (925)942-3387.
Comments and Other Information
Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Communications and Special Projects plans, organizes, coordinates, and oversees the comprehensive communications program for both internal and external audiences, which includes elements of community relations, media relations, marketing, social networking, publications, and community education; provides assistance and guidance in communication matters for staff. In cases of emergency or crisis impacting staff or students the Director as Public Information Officer works with internal leadership and appropriate staff from other public agencies to coordinate communications. The Director, in coordination with the Office of the Superintendent, organizes, manages and executes specific programs and events as assigned. The Director will work within the framework of the Educational Code, and policy as adopted by the Board of Education, and do related work as required.
Comments and Other Information
Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Communications and Special Projects plans, organizes, coordinates, and oversees the comprehensive communications program for both internal and external audiences, which includes elements of community relations, media relations, marketing, social networking, publications, and community education; provides assistance and guidance in communication matters for staff. In cases of emergency or crisis impacting staff or students the Director as Public Information Officer works with internal leadership and appropriate staff from other public agencies to coordinate communications. The Director, in coordination with the Office of the Superintendent, organizes, manages and executes specific programs and events as assigned. The Director will work within the framework of the Educational Code, and policy as adopted by the Board of Education, and do related work as required.
Application Deadline
6/25/2020 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/11/2020
Contact
Martha Collins
925-942-3455
925-942-3455
Number of Openings
1
Add'l Salary Info
$120,634 - $146,631 annually based on qualifications and experience. Additional stipends for Master’s ($1,928.93) and Doctorate degree ($2,228.93). Comprehensive benefits included.
Length of Work Year
8 hours/day, 5 days/week, 12 months/year
Employment Type
Full Time
Location::
Stewart Building, 77 Santa Barbara Rd., Pleasant Hill, CA 94523