Administrative Assistant I (Community Relations/District Lead for Translation/Interpretation)

JOB DESCRIPTION: The communications and marketing administrative assistant I is responsible for providing professional-level support to the community relations department. This includes internal and external communications, marketing and student enrollment, and crisis planning, as well as serving as the district lead for translation/interpretation (Spanish). This position reports to the Community Relations leader. Experience in a public school system setting preferred.


QUALIFICATIONS:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, knowledge of AP style
• Bilingual in Spanish (speaking/listening, reading, and writing)
• Ability to interpret for live events/meetings and translate written documents
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Extreme attention to detail
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to take initiative and actively solve problems
• Ability to respond and react quickly in urgent situations.
• Proficient in using technology programs for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, publishing, and photo editing, including Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and Slides), and Adobe (Adobe Pro, Photoshop, Elements)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with the creation of informational materials, including flyers, brochures, and newsletters
• Assists with maintaining the district and school websites and ensuring ADA compliance
• Assists with updating district and school social media accounts.
• Assists in maintaining the brand integrity of the district and schools across numerous platforms
• Leads all district translation (Spanish), including Governing Board meetings, Community Relations initiatives, and needs throughout the district
• Collaborates with schools and departments to capture newsworthy updates for publicity
• Supports the development and implementation of the district's crisis response plan.
• Assists with other special projects, including event planning and execution, graphic design, and photography
• Helps manage the district's marquees, mass notification systems, and e-flyer distribution, and supports schools and departments in communicating with families.
• Provides clerical support to the Community Relations leader
• Perform other duties as assigned

SALARY: Full-Time twelve-month position, beginning salary Level 33, employee benefits in accordance with Board Policies.

EVALUATION: Performance to be evaluated in accordance with Board Policy on the evaluation of support personnel.