Director of Communications at San Dieguito Union High School District
About the Employer
Thank you for your interest in employment with San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD). Located in North Coastal San Diego County, SDUHSD is comprised of middle and high schools. We offer a wealth of academic and extracurricular opportunities in which our students can engage and excel. Our success as a school district is due to the dedication of our educators and support staff. We invite candidates with a commitment to service to explore employment opportunities in our schools, offices, and facilities.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the general direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Communications plans, organizes, coordinates, and oversees the comprehensive communications program for both internal and external audiences, which includes elements of community relations and media relations, serving as the District’s primary spokesperson with news media. The Director of Communications facilitates cooperative relationships with other city, county, and private organizations to project a positive image of the District. This position coordinates marketing, special events, services, programs, and other district or assigned community-related activities. This position oversees the content and effectiveness of the District’s print and electronic communication vehicles including publications, web sites, telephone/email alert systems, and social networking media. The Director of Communications attends Executive Cabinet (Leadership Team) meetings, to assist in the development of a strategic plan related to marketing District events, services, and achievements and the branding of the District; develops methods and processes to ensure the highest level of District communications.
Requirements / Qualifications
Required experience and education includes any combination equivalent to: Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Mass Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, English, Journalism, or a closely related field and four (4) years of management experience coordinating high-level public relations matters. Experience in a public education system or similar public sector environment is preferable. Master’s Degree is desirable.
A fully completed application is required. Please also attach a resume.
Requirements / Qualifications
Required experience and education includes any combination equivalent to: Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Mass Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, English, Journalism, or a closely related field and four (4) years of management experience coordinating high-level public relations matters. Experience in a public education system or similar public sector environment is preferable. Master’s Degree is desirable.
A fully completed application is required. Please also attach a resume.
Comments and Other Information
Examination process: Completed applications are reviewed and candidates who meet the minimum qualifications participate in the following examinations:
Performance Exam, weight: 30%, and Qualifications Appraisal Interview, weight: 70%.
The competitive basis for this recruitment is Open/Promotional - Dual Certification. Candidates who pass all exams are placed on an eligibility list in order of overall exam score. The list is used to fill current and future vacancies for six months.
Veterans may be eligible for preference points on entrance examinations ("entrance" is defined as candidates who are not current employees of the District). Please attach a copy of your DD214 to your application.
Employment with San Dieguito Union High School District is contingent upon successful completion of post-offer background check, fingerprinting, physical exam including tuberculosis, drug and alcohol screening, and an Oath of Allegiance.
The probationary period for a Director is one year of paid service.
The San Dieguito Union High School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, immigration status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. SDUHSD requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying. Any concerns regarding discrimination may be directed to Susan Gray, Director, Classified Personnel, (760) 753-6491 Ext 5543.
Comments and Other Information
Examination process: Completed applications are reviewed and candidates who meet the minimum qualifications participate in the following examinations:
Performance Exam, weight: 30%, and Qualifications Appraisal Interview, weight: 70%.
The competitive basis for this recruitment is Open/Promotional - Dual Certification. Candidates who pass all exams are placed on an eligibility list in order of overall exam score. The list is used to fill current and future vacancies for six months.
Veterans may be eligible for preference points on entrance examinations ("entrance" is defined as candidates who are not current employees of the District). Please attach a copy of your DD214 to your application.
Employment with San Dieguito Union High School District is contingent upon successful completion of post-offer background check, fingerprinting, physical exam including tuberculosis, drug and alcohol screening, and an Oath of Allegiance.
The probationary period for a Director is one year of paid service.
The San Dieguito Union High School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, immigration status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. SDUHSD requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying. Any concerns regarding discrimination may be directed to Susan Gray, Director, Classified Personnel, (760) 753-6491 Ext 5543.
Application Deadline
1/12/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
1/3/2024
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$137,136 - $156,304 Annually
$137,136 - $156,304 Annually
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
District Office, 710 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas (Interim location Earl Warren Middle School, 155 Stevens Ave., Solana Beach)
Benefits
Medical, dental, life insurance, vacation, sick leave and holidays