Communication Specialist #0421-279R at Contra Costa County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Contra Costa County Office of Education (CCCOE) is a unique public education agency. One of 58 counties in California, Contra Costa County serves the 11th largest public-school student population in the state, supporting approximately 169,394 students. Officially established in 1932, CCCOE has a long history of providing direct services to some of the county’s most vulnerable students, including young people who are incarcerated, experiencing homelessness, in foster care, or who have severe physical or emotional challenges. CCCOE also provides support services to schools and school districts throughout Contra Costa County, services that can be handled more effectively and economically on a regional basis rather than by each of the county’s 286 schools or 18 school districts. These services range from budget approval and fiscal support to technology infrastructure and communications support. In addition, CCCOE provides high-level professional development opportunities for educators throughout the county. The Contra Costa County Office of Education is an essential part of the county’s public education system. For more information about CCCOE programs and services, visit www.cocoschools.org.
Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Candidates for this position must possess the following: • Any combination equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in English, journalism, communications, computer science, public relations, or a related field and two (2) years of public relations experience, including work with the production and design of graphic materials and composition publications and development and programming of websites. • Valid California Driver’s License Ideal candidates will have the following skills and experience: • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. • Ability to provide technical information and assistance related to program or organizational operations. • Prior website experience and front-end web skills. • Previous experience working with a website content management system (CMS). • Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator). • Experience working with video and digital photography.
Applicants are required to submit the following documents with their online application in PDF format: 1. Cover letter 2. Current resume 3. Two (2) current letters of recommendation (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. Describe how your experience and/or education have prepared you for this position. 2. Describe your experience working with diverse staff, program, and/or student populations. 3. Describe your experience in working with a website content management system (CMS). 4. Describe your understanding of Accessibility and how it would relate to the CCCOE website. 5. Describe your level of graphic design experience using Adobe Creative Suite software programs. • Please note that Skills Testing may be required for those selected for interview. No fax and/or paper applications will be accepted. 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 / Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Candidates for this position must possess the following: • Any combination equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in English, journalism, communications, computer science, public relations, or a related field and two (2) years of public relations experience, including work with the production and design of graphic materials and composition publications and development and programming of websites. • Valid California Driver’s License Ideal candidates will have the following skills and experience: • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. • Ability to provide technical information and assistance related to program or organizational operations. • Prior website experience and front-end web skills. • Previous experience working with a website content management system (CMS). • Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator). • Experience working with video and digital photography.
Applicants are required to submit the following documents with their online application in PDF format: 1. Cover letter 2. Current resume 3. Two (2) current letters of recommendation (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. Describe how your experience and/or education have prepared you for this position. 2. Describe your experience working with diverse staff, program, and/or student populations. 3. Describe your experience in working with a website content management system (CMS). 4. Describe your understanding of Accessibility and how it would relate to the CCCOE website. 5. Describe your level of graphic design experience using Adobe Creative Suite software programs. • Please note that Skills Testing may be required for those selected for interview. No fax and/or paper applications will be accepted. 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 direction, performs a variety of communications, marketing, and public relations duties to facilitate and enhance community knowledge and awareness of County Office and designated school district programs, events and activities; performs a variety of specialized duties in the research, preparation, composition, design, editing, and distribution of a variety of press releases, digital newsletters, promotional materials and publications, and videos; manages graphics and information for the County Office website and social media outlets; and performs related duties as assigned.
Comments and Other Information
Under direction, performs a variety of communications, marketing, and public relations duties to facilitate and enhance community knowledge and awareness of County Office and designated school district programs, events and activities; performs a variety of specialized duties in the research, preparation, composition, design, editing, and distribution of a variety of press releases, digital newsletters, promotional materials and publications, and videos; manages graphics and information for the County Office website and social media outlets; and performs related duties as assigned.
Application Deadline
6/8/2021 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/25/2021
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Add'l Salary Info
$5,734 - $6,971 per month, on a five step salary range. 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 Road, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523