Assistant Manager of Marketing and Publications Illinois Association of School Boards - 2.8 Springfield, IL Job Details Full-time $42,000 - $56,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Marketing project management Basic graphic design principles Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook CSS Writing skills Copy machines Content management systems Basic math Content editing Digital marketing tools Bachelor's degree JavaScript Graphic design software Video communication Collaborative technology platforms Microsoft Teams SharePoint Authoring tools Presentation preparation Professional art or design Cross-functional collaboration Digital content creation project management HTML Media editing tools Content publishing Full Job Description

IASB JOB DESCRIPTION

Current as of August 19, 2026 Job Description for

Assistant Manager, Marketing and Publications:

Organization Founded in 1913, The Illinois Association of School Boards' Mission is excellence in local schools governance and support of quality public education.

Job Title and Classification:

Assistant Manager, Marketing/Publications; Full-time, N4

Position Information Department:

Communications Reports to: Associate Executive Director, Communications & Production Services Office location:

Springfield Salary Range & Benefits:

The position offers an annual salary of $42,000-56,000, with a generous benefits package that includes holidays, vacation and sick time, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement benefits. This position will be eligible for Hybrid work after 30 days of employment.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position works to support all communications and marketing consistent with the Association's vision and mission, brand standards, and goals through the development and management of creative assets used across print and electronic media. This position works closely with various departments to coordinate and execute projects, ensuring that all deadlines are met, and all deliverables are of the highest quality. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrated graphic design skills and knowledge, as well as a strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask and problem solve. Incumbent will be highly organized and have the ability to juggle various responsibilities and tasks.

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Functions include the following (with essential functions in bold type): Create layouts and prepare art to be used across various electronic and print media supporting Association programs and service offerings. Deliverables include but are not limited to advertisements, publications, presentation slides, email templates, infographics, social media images, etc. Draft and schedule posts across social media platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook, and monitor social engagement. Photography and videography at Association events and trainings for marketing initiatives and publications reporting. Maintain digital assets. Provide typesetting and page layout support for the Illinois School Board Journal publication (published bimonthly 6x per year) and other print/electronic publications. Assist with transitioning print publication formats to accessible, digital formats. Maintain and update general IASB-branded documents, files, and displays, including but not limited to board and staff photos, organization chart, document templates, and PowerPoint templates. Support production operations, as needed. This includes operating production equipment including high-speed copiers and wide format printers to complete jobs and assist with production-related tasks, including finishing and mailing; always maintaining safe operating procedures; and supporting mailroom functions when needed (i.e. receiving/sorting daily mail and bulk mailing preparation). Maintain an internal listing of marketing imagery brand assets and coordinate with staff to ensure correct assets are utilized. Monitor production project requests for application in marketing communications. Communicate with staff to understand graphic design needs and project scope. Manage proofing and approval of all materials created. Always adhere to IASB brand standard guidelines. Stay updated on marketing trends and best practices and suggest innovative design approaches. Attend and provide support at the

IASB/IASA/IASBO

Joint Annual Conference; performs various duties as assigned. Tasks include but are not limited to preparation of multimedia displays (i.e. video, PowerPoint); coordinating graphic elements for various communications; creating signs and displays using the established templates; preparing and staffing the Association's onsite information room, bookstore, and other initiatives as needed Utilize the Staff Intranet SharePoint site and Office 365 applications for staff communication and collaboration. Attend required and assigned meetings. Engage in continuous learning by participating in appropriate professional development offerings as needed. Practice reliable and consistent attendance and punctuality. Perform other duties as assigned. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, graphic design, or other related field; strong knowledge and experience digital communications tools (website systems, email marketing platforms, social media channels); and strong knowledge of graphic design and publishing concepts.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong writing, presentation, and proofreading skills Detail-oriented Ability to think creatively and use creative ways to solve problems Strong project management skills: able to work under tight deadlines, manage multiple projects, and take ownership Strong interpersonal and organization skills; able to collaborate effectively across departments; able to accept and manage inevitable changes with ease General math skills Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams) Proficient in using social media platforms Be familiar with following brand guidelines closely to ensure there is consistency with brand aesthetics and messaging Proficient in creating and editing graphics and other visual content pieces with graphic design tools and software (Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, PhotoShop, and Illustrator) Photographic skills and basic principles of good photography Be familiar with email marketing platforms and web authoring technology and best practices (CMS environments, HTML, CSS, JavaScript); able to learn continually changing web-related technologies Able to be trained to operate standard bindery equipment, high-speed copiers, and mailroom equipment (postage meter, UPS software, tabbing machine, strapping machine, string tier, envelope printer) and addressing software (ConnectRight Mailer)

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Physical Demands Must be able to move and lift 40-pound wooden skid or pallet. Must be able to lift, move and safely handle boxes and materials up to 50 pounds and be able to hear and speak as necessary to perform the functions of the position. Conduct Standards The highest moral and ethical standards is demanded in accordance with the IASB Staff Standards and Staff Core Values. Employee conduct standards and other aspects of employment are addressed in the IASB Employment Handbook.

DISCLAIMER

This job description may be changed at any time and is not a contract with the individual employee(s). IASB retains its right to change this job description and assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Equal Employment Opportunity The Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and we will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other protected class under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process for qualified applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please notify Human Resources