Communications Specialist
5 months ago
Exempt Position
The Greater Victoria School District provides public educational services to over 20,000 students in the Greater Victoria area, encompassing six municipalities. To provide this service, the District has a current operating budget of $210 million and employs approximately 3,500 staff which includes teachers, principals and vice-principals, support staff, psychologists, speech and language pathologists and exempt managerial staff.
The Communications Specialist reports to the Superintendent’s Office and receives guidance and direction through a dotted-line relationship with the Director, Human Resources, and Director, Information Technology for Learning. The Communication Specialist participates in the development and implementation of the district’s general and digital communication plans and initiatives to promote district programs, services, events and accomplishments. This includes the support of initiatives that raise and highlight the voice of students and assist in the sharing of operational and administrative best practices.
**Education and Experience**:
Diploma or certificate in communications, marketing, journalism, business administration, or related discipline, and three years’ recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in multi-platform writing and editing for diverse audiences, combined with excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
High proficiency in graphic design software, photography and video editing platforms.
Experience with social media platforms, Content Management System (CMS) platforms and office management software.
Good understanding of communications and community engagement practices.
Team player with solid organizational skills, problem solving skills and multitasking abilities.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy in processing sensitive and/or confidential matters and materials. Ability to remain calm in a crisis and to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously with mínimal supervision.
Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s license.
This is an exempt position with a pay range of $71,230 to $89,038 plus a comprehensive benefits package.
**Please submit cover letter, résumé and references to**:
Human Resource Services
Greater Victoria School District #61
**Deadline for submission**: ongoing until position is filled
School District 61 thanks all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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