Communications Coordinator

The Knoxville Community School District is seeking a dynamic and organizedCommunications Coordinatorto provide leadership and expertise in planning implementing and coordinating our public relations in close collaboration with district leadership you willensure our internal and external stakeholders stay informed connected and engaged through our website social media channels newsletters and local news resources.

Under the general supervision of the Superintendent the Communications Coordinator will:

• Website News:Maintain the district website news feed to ensure a consistent flow of timely relevant and accurate directly with administration and department directors (such as Building Principals the Activities Director and the H.R. Director) to manage and update departmental content.

• Social Media Engagement:Manage and curate engaging content for the districts official social media accounts including Facebook Instagram Twitter and a daily consistent posting schedule and ensure important deadline-driven events (e.g. informational nights registration deadlines) are regularly reposted and highlighted.

• News & Publications:Draft and distribute district electronic newsletters and press releases to highlight district successes upcoming events and important updates.

• Event Promotion:Assist in promoting special events and programs that celebrate and recognize the achievements of our district staff students and community members.

• Compliance:Strictly maintain student privacy compliance by verifying that any student featured in public social media or promotional content has not opted out of the release of student directory information.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors degree (or equivalent experience) in communications marketing public relations website management or a related field.

• Proven experience with professional communications marketing social media messaging or related work.

Key Competencies:

• Demonstrated competency in public relations and communications.

• Highly proficient oral and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks prioritize effectively and meet deadlines independently.

• Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Required Experience:

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