AASB is seeking a Communications Coordinator for the Conditions for Learning (CFL) Team. This position creates strong communications and organizational systems for the CFL Team. This position will help organize and share the work of the CFL team, which focuses on student well-being, youth leadership, family engagement, and school improvement.
- Reports to: Director of Conditions for Learning
- Program(s): Conditions for Learning
- Location: Preferred - Juneau, AK
- Minimum Salary: $60,000
- Closing Date: Open until filled
Duties and Responsibilities
- Carry out the communication deliverables for key grants and projects:
- Maintain websites, hubs, and other landing sites for school board members, school districts, and families. The sites will advance family engagement, youth engagement, school improvement, trauma-engaged schools, school climate, and cultural programs.
- Develop publications, books, brochures, and materials that provide tools to school districts, school boards, families, educators, and youth.
- Work with grant coordinators and managers to develop specific tools to organize and advance grant deliverables.
- Work with CFL staff to promote webinars, trainings, and other opportunities.
- Work with evaluators to advance storytelling, videos, and the impact of programs.
- Serve as the lead on regular CFL project communications
- Establish innovative ways to share our messages and information through social media, video, the Alaska Family Engagement Center website, print, and other channels.
- Complete newsletters and blogs to support the work of the team.
- Administer surveys, track information, and send out correspondence to support ways to collect stories and information from our partners.
- Serve as the liaison with the whole AASB communications and marketing team to create and distribute communications strategies and materials for the Conditions for Learning (CFL) department, including:
- School Climate and Connectedness
- AASB’s website
- AASB’s promotional materials for superintendents and school board members
- AASB’s advocacy efforts
- Collaborative communication projects across the organization
- Standardize communication tools, collateral materials and communication resources across all CFL projects.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of communications, public relations, business, or education preferred.
- Experience may be considered in place of a degree.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Understanding of effective communication strategies for promoting AASB’s work
- Understanding of the people and communities of Alaska
- Strong organizational skills
- An ability to carry out multiple projects simultaneously, and project management
- A commitment to support school improvement, student outcomes, and our team
- Writing and copy editing
- Problem-solving ability
Experience:
- Working with in-person and remote teams.
- Developing materials to promote programs or services.
- Experience using WordPress and Bricks Builder for web design and content production.
- Using social media and other platforms for communication.
- Experience working with teams and contractors.
- Experience using DocuSign, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Airtable, Adobe Creative Cloud suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.), Canva, and other publication software.
Working Conditions
Work to be conducted primarily in the Juneau office; Regular evening, weekend and overnight travel required.
Physical Demands
Some lifting required (up to 40 lbs.). Long hours on computer/keyboard. Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking.
Salary & Benefits
This is a full-time, exempt, salaried position. Regular work days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; weekend work is required. A generous leave and benefit package is included.
AASB Equity Statement
AASB believes that equal opportunity for all employees is important for the continuing success of our organization. In accordance with state and federal law, AASB will not discriminate against an employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, political or religious beliefs, physical or mental conditions and family, social or cultural background in hiring, promoting, demoting, training, benefits, transfers, layoffs, terminations, recommendations, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. Opportunity is provided to all employees based on qualifications and job requirements. Hiring is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. All employees are subject to the AASB policies and terms and conditions of employment.
How to apply
Applicants interested in being part of a collaborative team and this exciting opportunity should submit a cover letter summarizing your interest and experience, along with a current resume and at least three professional references.
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