Communications Officer

7 days ago


Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Peel District School Board Full time

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Communications, the Communications Officer will play a key role in developing and implementing internal and external communication programs to foster and maintain authentic, mutually beneficial relationships between the board, schools and our communities.


Key Responsibilities

As the Communications Officer, your responsibilities will include, but not limited to, the research and development of new strategic communications plans to support Board initiatives and goals; implementation of communications plans/programs; development of communications materials; media and stakeholder relations, including media monitoring and content development; support for diversity and inclusion communications plans; social media planning; plan and coordinate special events; communication support and strategic counsel to senior administration, trustees, and to school and Board department staff as needed, including urgent/unexpected projects and announcements; research and write concise, clear content using a wide variety of communication tools.

Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Degree or diploma in Public Relations or Communications or equivalent related education and directly related experience
  • Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in progressively responsible positions
  • Outstanding writing and strategic communication planning skills
  • Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Suite, SharePoint, PowerPoint and other web development software
  • Experience in media relations, issues management, special events and print production
  • Knowledge of public relations practices and principles
  • Knowledge of Ministry of Education and Board policies, procedures and regulations
  • Ability to work under high pressure and tight timelines
  • Demonstrated commitment to working in a diverse school community and/or work environment

Additional Skills & Assets

  • Accreditation in Public Relations (APR)
  • Accredited Business Communicator (ABC)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)

Careers with the Peel District School Board Commitment to Equity, Anti-Oppression and Anti-Racism**The Peel District School Board is committed to equity in employment. We are committed to equitable hiring practices that allow us to hire qualified staff who reflect the full diversity of the Region of Peel. We will provide reasonable accommodation (e.g. an accessible location, rescheduling of interviews that fall on Days of Significance etc.) based on any of the human rights protected grounds, during the hiring process if advised in advance. We are also committed to inclusion, anti-oppression and anti-racist practices while also supporting the continuous growth and development of an equitable and empowered education system at the PDSB.

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Additional Notes
Preference will be given to qualified members of the Administrative Staff Group (ASG).

Job Reference:
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