Coordinator- Events Management & Communications (Promotional Only) at Kern County Superintendent of Schools
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under general supervision the Coordinator – Events Management and Communications position is responsible for overseeing professional development/special events and supporting office communication activities.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Administration, Business, or related field required. Master’s degree preferred. Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in event planning, professional development coordination, marketing, or communications project management, preferably in an educational or public agency setting. A demonstrated strong graphic design background coupled with ability to write and edit text that is clear and concise. Strong community links/affiliations desirable. Attach any documents that you feel will help demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications listed above (i.e. resume, transcript, diploma). Documents you wish to attach should be uploaded via EDJOIN by the filing deadline in order to be considered in the hiring process (pertains to current employees also). A scanner to upload required documents is available in the Human Resources office located at 1330 Truxtun Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93301. •The documents will be scanned and emailed to the candidate. It is the candidate’s responsibility to attach all documents to the EDJOIN application by the filing deadline. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
- Other (Proof of Bachelor's Degree)
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Administration, Business, or related field required. Master’s degree preferred. Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in event planning, professional development coordination, marketing, or communications project management, preferably in an educational or public agency setting. A demonstrated strong graphic design background coupled with ability to write and edit text that is clear and concise. Strong community links/affiliations desirable. Attach any documents that you feel will help demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications listed above (i.e. resume, transcript, diploma). Documents you wish to attach should be uploaded via EDJOIN by the filing deadline in order to be considered in the hiring process (pertains to current employees also). A scanner to upload required documents is available in the Human Resources office located at 1330 Truxtun Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93301. •The documents will be scanned and emailed to the candidate. It is the candidate’s responsibility to attach all documents to the EDJOIN application by the filing deadline. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
- Other (Proof of Bachelor's Degree)
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT COMMENTS:
• All candidates will be notified by email throughout the hiring process.
• Each candidate’s application papers and answers to the essay questions contained within the application will be thoroughly evaluated and ranked by a screening committee appointed by the Kern County Superintendent of Schools. Candidates achieving a rating of 70% or better will qualify to continue in the eligibility screening process.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator’s license. Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. Must present verification of completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter training or obtain verification within six (6) months of hire and annually thereafter, as required by the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. This position is overtime exempt and has a probationary period of one year.
“The Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics”.
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT COMMENTS:
• All candidates will be notified by email throughout the hiring process.
• Each candidate’s application papers and answers to the essay questions contained within the application will be thoroughly evaluated and ranked by a screening committee appointed by the Kern County Superintendent of Schools. Candidates achieving a rating of 70% or better will qualify to continue in the eligibility screening process.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator’s license. Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. Must present verification of completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter training or obtain verification within six (6) months of hire and annually thereafter, as required by the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. This position is overtime exempt and has a probationary period of one year.
“The Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics”.
Application Deadline
7/21/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/30/2025
Contact
Anisa Hernandez
636-4391
636-4391
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$10,536 - $11,346 Monthly
$10,536 - $11,346 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
Salary step placement for promotional candidates is based upon Rules of the Personnel Commission.
Length of Work Year
8 hours per day / 12 months per year
Employment Type
Full Time
Oral Interview
August 7, 2025
Work Schedule
8 hours per day / 12 months per year
Benefits
Holiday, sick leave and vacation benefits provided. Medical, dental, vision, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. Prepaid life insurance policy provided for the employee. Employees of this office are not covered by Social Security, but do have mandatory retirement coverage with California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).