Communication Specialist

Glenbard Township High School District 87

Job Location:

Glen Ellyn, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 52000 - 55000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Type:
Classified/Confidential

Date Posted:
4/27/2026

Location:
District Office

Date Available:
7/2026

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Job Posting ID#: 10681
Closing Date: Until Filled

Position	Communication Specialist
Building	District Office
Position Type	Confidential
Term	12-month
Hours	8 am - 4:30 pm 8 hours per day
License Required	None
Supervisor	Director of Communications
Rate of Pay	$52000 to $55000
Benefits	Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance Group term life/ADD insurance Employee Assistance Program Educational Support Personnel required contributions to IMRF Paid leave
Start Date	7/2026

Position Summary

This position is a specialist-level confidential role that provides communications support for the Director of Communications and the operation of the Superintendents Office. This position also liaisons with the Human Resources department to provide background checks verifications of employment and other communications.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in journalism public relations marketing communications or related field
Excellent oral and written communication skills; bilingual preferred
Exemplary interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly with all stakeholders including district leadership staff families students and community members
Strong collaboration and partnership skills
Understanding of the principles of public relations and how to apply them with experience in the field preferred
Ability to understand and anticipate communication needs of a diverse community and take initiative to find creative and integrated solutions to meet them
Professional experience with website content management systems
Experience with social media in a professional setting including posting content determining short- and long-term strategic goals and tracking analytics
Advanced skills in current technologies used in communication including video production and editing Canva and photo editing
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Ability to manage multiple projects independently and work under deadlines
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
A demonstrated high level of accuracy dependability and organization
Must advocate collaborate empathize innovate adapt learn and embrace diversity

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Not all Inclusive)

Attends all Board of Education meetings; and transports/distributes necessary materials at meetings.
Act as liaison for communications to and from the Board; assist with written communications as required.
Assists with the preparation of written communication on behalf of the Superintendent.

Works with the Community Relations Coordinator to align the work of the department to the mission vision and goals of the district
Updates or develops communication materials including graphic design and photography for slideshows fliers posters and publications
Exercises discretion andhelps manage the districts social media accounts and other communication platforms
Assists with day-to-day management of the district website ensuring content iscurrent accurate and visually appealing
Reviews and updates communications to ensure adherence to brand guidelines
Creates social media content for district social media accounts
Serves as Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) officer
Liaisons with the Human Resources Lead or designee to process verification requests background checks and other confidential HR related tasks.
Assists with Communications from the Superintendents office.
Tracks and manages various elements of the District and Superintendent Communications
Is available during off hours when needed to post to website update social media or send e-mail/text communications
Stays current with the best practices of the school public relations profession
Assists in the preparation of communication strategies regarding negotiations with the various labor groups.
Responds to requests from Cabinet and Principals for communication advice
Other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skills

Ability to read analyze and interpret documents such as correspondence surveys and electronic media.
Ability to write professional communications.
Ability to present information effectively and to respond to questions from individuals and groups
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and community members
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in written form
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to maintain current job skills as directed especially in technology-related activities
Ability to perform essential duties with an awareness of school district requirements and School Board policies

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to stand walk operate duplicating machines and computer equipment; reach with hands and arms; and will frequently repeat actions with the same hand arm or finger motion such as when typing.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust addition the ability to withstand long-term use of video display terminals (VDT) is required.
The employee may occasionally lift up to 30 pounds such as reference books.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The pace of work tasks would be considered as fast.
Work is usually conducted at one job site however on occasion this employee will be required to attend meetings conferences or workshops and events at other sites as assigned.

Direct Questions to:

Tyler Carter
Director of Communications
Glenbard Township HSD #87
596 Crescent Blvd Glen Ellyn IL 60137

Email:

Interested parties should fill out the online application atDistrict 87 - Employment
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by (an) individual(s) assigned to this are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities related to the position. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity and School Board Policy and procedures. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned.
Glenbard Township High School District 87 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and practice of District 87 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicants ability to perform the essential functions of the position. It shall be the policy of Glenbard Township High School District 87 to hire all staff without discrimination because of race color creed religion sex sexual orientation gender expression or identity marital status national origin or ancestry age disability physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability veteran military status or an unfavorable discharge from service or citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States. Glenbard Township High School District 87 is committed to a workplace free of unlawful discrimination harassment or retaliation as mandated under Title VI Title IX Section 504 the Age Discrimination Act the Boy Scouts Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Required Experience:

Position Type:Classified/ConfidentialDate Posted:4/27/2026Location:District OfficeDate Available:7/2026 Closing Date: Until FilledJob Posting ID#: 10681Closing Date: Until FilledPositionCommunication SpecialistBuildingDistrict OfficePosition TypeConfidentialTerm12-monthHours8 am - 4:30 pm 8 hours pe...