| Summary Description: Under the direction of the coordinator Communications, Community and Systemwide Information, the Regions Support Team Leader serves as the lead communications and engagement liaison for two MCPS regions, providing leadership and coordination of regional communications, engagement, and recognition activities. Works closely with schools, regional school directors, and the Coordinator of the Regions Support Team to develop, coordinate and implement regionwide communication strategies and priorities. Leads the development and coordination of communications, publications, digital messaging and engagement initiatives that support regional priorities and MCPS strategic objectives. Responsible for capturing, preparing and posting editorial content, producing stories, creating photos and videos, drafting community messages, supporting social media, and contributing to newsletters and website content. Provides on-the-ground support at engagement events, regional meetings, and school activities to strengthen two-way communication.
Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 30 pounds to transport equipment necessary for the work.
Special Requirements: Ability to maintain a flexible schedule to work evenings and weekends for community and school events. Work requires frequent travel between schools, attendance at evening events and the capacity to work under rapid deadlines.
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Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:Knowledge of communications principles, digital storytelling, and public engagement.Strong writing, editing, photography, and content creation skills.Ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and work independently.Ability to build strong relationships with principals, school staff, and regional offices.Understanding of social media best practices and online community engagement.Ability to support and help organize community meetings, recognitions, celebrations, information tables, and outreach events.Ability to synthesize complex information into clear public messaging.Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills. |
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Education Training Experience: Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, education, or related field.Minimum of 5years of experience in communications, journalism, or community outreach.One year of experience in a leadership role (formal or informal).Bilingual (Spanish preferred) a benefit but not required.Experience with photography and digital/social media preferred.Valid driver’s license and ability to travel daily to schools and events. |
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Example Duties: Provides leadership and serves as communications lead for two assigned MCPS regions.Leads the identification, coordination, and development of opportunities to captures stories, photos, videos, and school activities that support regional communications and outreach efforts. Develops and creates content for newsletters, website, social media, and community messages.Provides guidance and consultation regarding principal communications and reviews content to promote quality, consistency and alignment with MCPS communications standards for school-based content.Coordinates and collaborates with the Coordinator of Regions Support Teams to execute editorial calendar assignments.Leads and provides communications support for regional community meetings, celebrations, recognitions, engagement events, and information tables.Serves as on-the-ground liaison for urgent communications needs.Leads the planning and coordination of communications coverage of school events, celebrations, and regional initiatives.Develops and maintains collaborative, strong working relationships with regional superintendents and school leaders.Supports translation and accessibility requests by coordinating with internal teams.Leads the identification, coordination, and development of opportunities to captures stories, photos, videos, and school activities to support editorial planning.Leads the identification, coordination, and development of opportunities to captures stories, photos, videos, and school activities to support editorial planning.Performs other duties as assigned. |
