COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST Position Available In Rowan, North Carolina

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out of 5 stars Salisbury, NC 28144 Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and versatile professional to join our school district team as a Communications and Community Engagement Specialist. This role is essential in managing our district’s online presence, creating engaging content, and fostering strong community and business partnerships. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise in website management with excellent communication skills and a passion for community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Website Management and Optimization ? Serve as the primary website specialist for the district, overseeing maintenance, development, and optimization of the school system’s main website and supporting individual school websites. ? Ensure ADA compliance on all district web pages and evaluate school pages for compliance, notifying schools of any violations. ? Maintain website format and navigation to ensure continuity and standardization across all pages. ? Ensure the website is mobile-responsive and compatible with a wide range of browsers and devices. ? Conduct regular website checks to identify and resolve technical issues, such as broken links or loading errors. ? Conduct usability testing and gather user feedback to enhance the website’s user experience. Content Creation and Management ? Create and upload high-quality content, including text, images, videos, and other multimedia elements, to the website. ? Regularly maintain and update the website’s content to ensure accuracy and relevance. ? Conduct interviews with students, teachers, staff, and community members to gather compelling stories that highlight the district’s impact and produce engaging written content such as blog posts, articles, and features. ? Enhance the website’s visual appeal and content quality to market the district to the community effectively, prospective families, and potential employees.…….. ? Create and manage a content calendar to ensure regular, timely updates across all platforms. Community and Business Partnerships ? Build and maintain relationships with community and business partners to enhance support for district programs and special events. ? Maintain a comprehensive record of business partners, including all school partnerships and collaborations. ? Actively solicit partnerships from businesses to support district and school initiatives and events. ? Create appreciation posts, letters, thank-you cards, and other efforts to maintain goodwill with business partners. Project Management and Reporting ? Collaborate with the Director to ensure a consistent and visually appealing online presence. ? Prioritize and structure tasks to meet deadlines and expectations. ? Maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of the role. Qualifications and Skills ? Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Web Design, Marketing, or a related field; two years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. ? Proven experience in website management and content creation. ? Strong understanding of user experience principles and web design best practices. ? Excellent computer literacy skills, including proficiency in web design tools and technologies. ? A deep understanding of ADA compliance requirements for websites is preferred. ? Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. ? Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. ? Excellent project management and organizational skills. ? Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities. ? Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. ? Experience in community outreach and partnership building. Desired Attributes ? Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision. ? Adaptable and flexible in response to changing priorities. ? Passionate about education and community engagement. ? Comfortable with public speaking and representing the district at community events. The ideal candidate will seamlessly blend technical expertise in website management with strong interpersonal skills, creating a dynamic online presence for our district while fostering meaningful community partnerships