Job Opening Information Public Relations Specialist

I 0926-0007

Job Number

0926-0007

Application Deadline

9/30/2026

Position Start Date

10/26/2026 Position Title

Public Relations Specialist

I 0926-0007

Required Application Type

School Related Personnel

Salary/Pay Scale

$67,869

•$69,369

• Plus Generous Benefits Package

Job Description Location:

Erie 1 BOCES

Technology Services

E1B Education Campus

West Seneca, NY Hours:

8:00AM

•4:00

PM Annual Salary:

$67, 869

+ $1,500 Master's Stipend

$69,369

• Generous Benefits Package including but not limited to the following: Employment

•Erie 1 BOCES 15 Paid annual Holidays

Generous Paid Personal/Sick time

Generous Paid vacation days

Premium Health and Dental plans (E1B pays 85%)

Life insurance at NO cost to you

FSA plan

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

NYS Retirement System

403b AND 457 retirement plans

Job Responsibilities:

The Public Relations Specialist supports the creation and maintenance of communications materials and systems for WNYRIC/Technology Services and Professional Learning and School Supports divisions. This position provides tactical communications support across a variety of platforms and digital formats, helping ensure information is accurate, accessible, organized, and aligned with established branding and communication standards. Collaborate with internal teams to help ensure communication materials are organized, timely and aligned with branch needs.

Provide general administrative and tactical communications support for branch projects, programs and events.

Update and maintain websites, webpages and digital content to ensure information is current, accurate and easy to access.

Support the creation, organization, and maintenance of SharePoint pages, internal resources and employee-facing communication hubs.

Create and maintain both digital and physical branded materials including templates, flyers, presentations, and handouts

Provide photo and visual content support for events.

Support event communications and logistics.

Provide routine assistance to users of communications-related platforms and tools, including Canva, website systems and professional learning management systems.

Other duties may be assigned that are relevant to the civil service job description for this title

Civil Service Title

Public Relations Specialist I

Job Qualifications Minimum Civil Service Qualifications:

Must meet minimum qualifications for a provisional appointment as follows: A) Possession of a Bachelor's degree in journalism, public relations or communications and four years of experience in a position with public relations responsibilities, one of which was in a supervisory capacity; or: B) Completion of a minimum of 60 semester credit hours and six years of experience in a position with public relations responsibility, one of which was in a supervisory capacity; or: C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.

Additional Qualifications:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience supporting communications, public relations, marketing, branding, or related initiatives.
• Strong organizational, project management, and time-management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Initiative, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff across departments and communicate with diverse audiences.

Knowledge of website content management, SharePoint, and digital communications best practices.

Experience creating digital and print communications materials. Working knowledge of Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, video scripting, photography, and visual content creation.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other communications-related technology platforms. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2026

Application Procedure Please apply online by completing the following steps: Click Apply below and log in to your account in Recruitfront or create an account.

Complete and submit the correct application type, SCHOOL RELATED PERSONNEL, and THEN

Apply directly to the job posting. You will receive an email from Recruitfront stating that you have applied.

Special Notes:

When responding to or inquiring about this Notice of Vacancy, please refer to the Posting Number noted above.

Requests for reasonable accommodations at the interview under the Americans with

Disabilities Act must be submitted in writing to the ADA Coordinator (Director, Human Resources) at least 48 hours prior to the interview.

PLEASE NOTE

•Erie 1 BOCES has transitioned

COMPLETELY

to the RecruitFront platform for all open positions. Once you complete your application within the system, you will be able to apply for any vacant positions within the District in the future. Job Category

Technology Support

Job Location

Education Campus