Communications Specialist at Alameda County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Alameda County Office of Education (ACOE) leads with a student-centered vision, innovating in the classroom and building safe and supportive community schools. We collaborate and partner with local, county, and state agencies to address challenges students face. We are looking for individuals who can enact our vision: equipping the most vulnerable students and those who serve them with the tools to thrive. Join our team as we reimagine services to more holistically support students and erase the predetermination of failure for children, especially Alameda County’s most marginalized youth.
Job Summary
Job Summary
<font color="RED"><i>To be considered for this position: A resume and cover letter is REQUIRED – if missing, application will be screened out. EDJOIN applications with incomplete, missing information, or see resume on application will not be considered.</font></i>
Requirements / Qualifications
THE POSITION: Under direction of the Director of Communications and Public Affairs, the Communications Specialist performs a variety of specialized duties for the purpose of sharing information and shaping a comprehensive image of ACOE to key stakeholders. These objectives are accomplished by: the research, preparation, composition, design, writing, editing and distribution of a variety of materials in print, video and/or electronic format; providing assistance to departments in implementing effective communication plans; developing and maintaining a specialized knowledge base and skill set relevant to assigned communicating duties, including, but not limited to, website structure, social media platforms, site/department communication strategies, and evolving trends in the communication world; support objectives including, public relations efforts, media relations, strategic communication plans and marketing initiatives, internal communications, community outreach initiatives, and stakeholder engagement activities that build support and understanding for the ACOE’s schools, programs, and initiatives. This Specialist will work closely with the Director to ensure consistency and quality across ACOE communications and adherence to the agency’s strategic communication goals and priorities, and responds to inquiries from the public. This job reports to Assigned Administrator.
LOCATION: 313 W. Winton Ave. Hayward, CA 94544 TYPICAL DUTIES: Contributes to the planning, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive communications program, using a variety of media and techniques, including public information, media relations, publications, video, social media, marketing, and web site content. Provides insight and guidance to Director of Communication and staff on effective communication and community engagement strategies, tactics and best practices. Prepares written and multimedia content for social media platforms, District website, newsletters, internal platforms, television and other mediums as assigned. Independently composes and disseminates news releases, opinion pieces, informational materials, social media content concerning Board and ACOE policies and actions, educational programs and activities, speeches, and general information about ACOE. Assists the Director with news media relations by logging and responding to media inquiries, maintaining updated media databases, maintaining strong working relationships with reporters and editors, writing and disseminating news releases, seeking story opportunities, and proactively contacting press. SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION FOR MORE INFORMATION
Requirements / Qualifications
THE POSITION: Under direction of the Director of Communications and Public Affairs, the Communications Specialist performs a variety of specialized duties for the purpose of sharing information and shaping a comprehensive image of ACOE to key stakeholders. These objectives are accomplished by: the research, preparation, composition, design, writing, editing and distribution of a variety of materials in print, video and/or electronic format; providing assistance to departments in implementing effective communication plans; developing and maintaining a specialized knowledge base and skill set relevant to assigned communicating duties, including, but not limited to, website structure, social media platforms, site/department communication strategies, and evolving trends in the communication world; support objectives including, public relations efforts, media relations, strategic communication plans and marketing initiatives, internal communications, community outreach initiatives, and stakeholder engagement activities that build support and understanding for the ACOE’s schools, programs, and initiatives. This Specialist will work closely with the Director to ensure consistency and quality across ACOE communications and adherence to the agency’s strategic communication goals and priorities, and responds to inquiries from the public. This job reports to Assigned Administrator.
LOCATION: 313 W. Winton Ave. Hayward, CA 94544 TYPICAL DUTIES: Contributes to the planning, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive communications program, using a variety of media and techniques, including public information, media relations, publications, video, social media, marketing, and web site content. Provides insight and guidance to Director of Communication and staff on effective communication and community engagement strategies, tactics and best practices. Prepares written and multimedia content for social media platforms, District website, newsletters, internal platforms, television and other mediums as assigned. Independently composes and disseminates news releases, opinion pieces, informational materials, social media content concerning Board and ACOE policies and actions, educational programs and activities, speeches, and general information about ACOE. Assists the Director with news media relations by logging and responding to media inquiries, maintaining updated media databases, maintaining strong working relationships with reporters and editors, writing and disseminating news releases, seeking story opportunities, and proactively contacting press. SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION FOR MORE INFORMATION
Comments and Other Information
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: At least five years of professional or technical experience specializing in writing, editing, and proofing articles, pamphlets, news releases, opinion pieces, and materials for use by the press, radio and television; or equivalent training, education, and experience. Previous experience working in a K-12 public education communications function is highly desirable. Bachelor's degree with major course work in Public Relations, Communication, Marketing or a related field. Equivalency: Any combination of education/experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree with major course work in communication, public relations, marketing or a related field and five years’ experience in journalism, public relations, or another communication-related field. Previous experience working in a K-12 public education communications function is highly desirable.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday/April 7, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: The EdJoin Online Application and materials must be received by the final application filling date. Incomplete or late EdJoin Online Applications will not be accepted. EDJOIN applications with incomplete, missing information, or see resume on application will not be considered. Resume required – if missing will be screened out.
The following application materials are required:
1. Completed EdJoin Online Application 2. Resume 3. Cover Letter 4. Degree or Transcripts
APPLICATION SCREENING & EXAMINATION PROCESS: A review of the candidates’ EdJoin Online Applications to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who complete the EdJoin Online Application and who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. Those invited to participate will be notified via email of the date, time, and place of the examinations. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components.
THE PROCESS IS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Application Review…………………………………………………..……………….....PASS/FAIL
2. Written Examination*…………………………………......Weighted 50% (Friday, 4/14 @10am)
3. Supplemental Questionnaire*(Sent to applicants on 4/14 after written exam, due on 4/18 by 11:59 PM) PASS/FAIL
4. Technical Oral Interview*………………….….....................Weighted 50% (Wednesday, 4/26)
* Candidate must attain a minimum score of 70% on all scored examinations.
Comments and Other Information
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: At least five years of professional or technical experience specializing in writing, editing, and proofing articles, pamphlets, news releases, opinion pieces, and materials for use by the press, radio and television; or equivalent training, education, and experience. Previous experience working in a K-12 public education communications function is highly desirable. Bachelor's degree with major course work in Public Relations, Communication, Marketing or a related field. Equivalency: Any combination of education/experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree with major course work in communication, public relations, marketing or a related field and five years’ experience in journalism, public relations, or another communication-related field. Previous experience working in a K-12 public education communications function is highly desirable.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday/April 7, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: The EdJoin Online Application and materials must be received by the final application filling date. Incomplete or late EdJoin Online Applications will not be accepted. EDJOIN applications with incomplete, missing information, or see resume on application will not be considered. Resume required – if missing will be screened out.
The following application materials are required:
1. Completed EdJoin Online Application 2. Resume 3. Cover Letter 4. Degree or Transcripts
APPLICATION SCREENING & EXAMINATION PROCESS: A review of the candidates’ EdJoin Online Applications to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who complete the EdJoin Online Application and who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. Those invited to participate will be notified via email of the date, time, and place of the examinations. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components.
THE PROCESS IS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Application Review…………………………………………………..……………….....PASS/FAIL
2. Written Examination*…………………………………......Weighted 50% (Friday, 4/14 @10am)
3. Supplemental Questionnaire*(Sent to applicants on 4/14 after written exam, due on 4/18 by 11:59 PM) PASS/FAIL
4. Technical Oral Interview*………………….….....................Weighted 50% (Wednesday, 4/26)
* Candidate must attain a minimum score of 70% on all scored examinations.
Application Deadline
4/7/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/20/2023
Contact
Sherry Causey
510-670-7726
510-670-7726
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
MONTHLY SALARY RANGE: $6,699.17 – $8,142.15 (5 Steps/Range 20, CSEA)
Length of Work Year
261
Employment Type
Full Time
FTE
1.0
Immediate Supervisor
Neetu Balram
Benefits
Health Stipend up to $1,071.47 a month, Education Stipend up to $300 a month, 22 Vacation days, 13 Holidays and 13 sick days.