Communications & Marketing Specialist

This position is a grade 116 on the salary schedule. Placement range: $23.52 to $26.87 per hour. The Communications & Marketing Specialist is responsible for executing strategic communication initiatives that elevate the district’s brand, foster community engagement, and showcase student and staff achievements. This position supports a wide variety of internal and external communications, helping to ensure consistent, professional, and inspiring messaging across all platforms. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Marketing & Communications Plan, develop, and manage communications and marketing campaigns that support district goals. Write, edit, and publish engaging content for newsletters, press releases, websites, and social media. Collaborate with schools and departments to ensure alignment with district branding and messaging. Assist with photo/video coverage of district events and manage visual assets. Update website content and manage email campaigns using content management and communication systems. Analyze metrics (website, email, and social media) to improve outreach strategies. Support all phases of district events — planning, setup, execution, and breakdown. Contribute to strategies that build positive public perception and awareness of the district. Write and assist in the dissemination of district-wide notifications, including emergency alerts, closures, and urgent parent communications. Have reliable transportation to regularly commute between District sites and work flexible hours to occasionally accommodate evening and weekend events and meetings Additional duties as assigned MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 2+ years of experience in communications or marketing Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, social media platforms, and Google Workspace Excellent written and verbal communication skills PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field. Experience in K-12 education or nonprofit marketing Familiarity with SEO, SEM, and web analytics tools Photography, videography, and design experience Knowledge of communication best practices in diverse communities KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: Department organization, methods, standards and practices. Marketing principles, techniques, and best practices (digital and traditional) Content marketing, SEO/SEM, and social media strategies Skilled in: High-level translation and interpretation of English and Spanish Developing compelling content for various platforms (blogs, social media, email) Graphic design, photography, and video editing (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) Regular interpretation in front of large audiences (50-100 people) Using marketing automation tools (e.g., HubSpot, Marketo) Ability to: Interface effectively with other departments, school personnel, other maintenance staff, and business contacts from outside of the District Demonstrate fluency in both spoken and written English and Spanish, including the ability to accurately interpret and translate complex information, conduct clear and effective communication, and understand nuanced language and cultural contexts in both languages Align marketing efforts with organizational goals Prioritize multiple tasks, work under stress, take direction, and work with frequent interruptions Build and maintain relationships with vendors and partners Work independently and as part of a team Core Competencies: Teamwork Planning Ahead Developing Others Communication PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. The employee must use hands, arms and fingers to input data, handle, feel or reach; employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes, supplies, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud and can vary in temperature. The nature of this position is fast-paced and may occasionally be thought of as stressful. Through interaction with the public and other district employees, the employee may encounter different scents. WE ARE PHOENIX #1! At Phoenix Elementary School District #1, we are Inspiring Every Child to Achieve, educating the future leaders of Phoenix! We’re looking for passionate people who want to shape the future to join in our mission. The education of our children is a shared responsibility among our community, and we encourage you to apply for the opportunity to be part of that. Every member of our Phoenix #1 family—from our top leadership team to our bus drivers, our nutrition team to our nurses, and our teachers to our technology gurus is shaping the lives of our students every day. It’s not just our work; it is our passion! We are a Kindergarten through 8th grade school district in Phoenix, Arizona, established in 1871 as the first free public school district in Arizona. The district boundaries cover an area from 16th Street to 23rd Avenue, and Buckeye Road to Thomas Road. WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT US: Our 12 schools are in the heart of hip Phoenix. We are educating the future leaders of Phoenix. We are accessible by the Phoenix Light Rail. We want you to relax and refuel with healthy vacation time. We have University partners that offer discounted tuition. NOTICES The statements in this job description describe the essential function and requirements as assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Job descriptions are subject to change. Employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and extensive fingerprint and background check. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity gender expression, age, or national origin is prohibited. Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons. PESD1 is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability #J-18808-Ljbffr