Public Affairs Specialist at Los Angeles County Office Of Education
About the Employer
Welcome to the Los Angeles County Office of Education! Thank you for your interest in joining the LACOE family. We are proud of the fact that we have talented staff, excellent growth opportunities, outstanding support and an invigorating mission. The primary function of LACOE is to service and support 80 K-12 school districts along with numerous other agencies, as we ensure educational excellence for the region’s two-million preschool and school-aged children. LACOE serves others by building capacity in our employees, being responsive to the needs of our customers and modeling integrity and respect in our actions and communications. We enhance our role through partnering with our communities, County and other educational institutions to provide outreach, support and specialized services. It is our mission to improve the lives of students and our educational community through our service, leadership and advocacy. We are seeking talented individuals who support our vision and strategic plan that encompasses “A Culture of Excellence in ALL We Do.”
Job Summary
Job Summary
We’re hiring! LACOE is looking for a Public Affairs Specialist – someone who can write, direct, and oversee the public affairs on behalf of the Superintendent and other high-ranking administrators. Tasks include creating, planning and researching communications for events, speeches, publications, press conferences and more.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: A bachelor’s degree in English, communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, graphic design, cinematic arts/film/television productions, or other fields closely related to the job requirements of this classification from an institution of higher learning recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation. Foreign degrees and credit units require translation and equivalency established by an agency recognized by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Experience: Three years of experience developing and implementing communications and public relations activities for a communications, public relations, public affairs, or marketing department or agency. Equivalency Provision: A master’s degree in English, communications, journalism, public relations, graphic design, cinematic arts/film/television productions, or other fields closely related to the job requirements of this classification from an institution of higher learning recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation, may substitute for one year of the required experience. Additional Requirements: A valid California driver’s license and the availability of private transportation or the ability to obtain transportation between job sites is required. Hybrid remote schedules may be available. To ensure the health and safety of its staff, LACOE may require employees to provide evidence of full vaccination against COVID-19.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: A bachelor’s degree in English, communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, graphic design, cinematic arts/film/television productions, or other fields closely related to the job requirements of this classification from an institution of higher learning recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation. Foreign degrees and credit units require translation and equivalency established by an agency recognized by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Experience: Three years of experience developing and implementing communications and public relations activities for a communications, public relations, public affairs, or marketing department or agency. Equivalency Provision: A master’s degree in English, communications, journalism, public relations, graphic design, cinematic arts/film/television productions, or other fields closely related to the job requirements of this classification from an institution of higher learning recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation, may substitute for one year of the required experience. Additional Requirements: A valid California driver’s license and the availability of private transportation or the ability to obtain transportation between job sites is required. Hybrid remote schedules may be available. To ensure the health and safety of its staff, LACOE may require employees to provide evidence of full vaccination against COVID-19.
Application Deadline
3/7/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/21/2023
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$79,596 - $98,604 Annually
Length of Work Year
12
Employment Type
Full Time