Position Title

Community Relations Coordinator (BOCES)

Required Application Type

School Related Personnel

Salary/Pay Scale

$61,192

Job Description

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the development and distribution of information regarding district events, community programs, and public information.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive public awareness and communication system using direct contact, mass media, and other avenues.
• Prepare and disseminate press releases to elevate public awareness.
• Collaborate closely with governmental and community agencies for news conferences and media events.
• Act as the primary liaison between the school district, media outlets, and other related agencies. 
• Stay updated on emerging public issues that might impact the education system and keep the superintendent informed.
• Plan and execute community outreach events to foster positive relations.
• Provide timely updates to the media on breaking news and significant district events.   
• Collaborate with educational, public safety, and emergency entities to maintain accurate communication, especially in emergency situations.
• Oversee the district's digital presence, including the maintenance of the district website and social media accounts.
• Plan, design, and oversee web-based materials and activities.
• Foster and nurture relationships with media correspondents, school staff, and the broader community.
• Address public information requests promptly and provide insights on school district policies and programs.
• Craft, write, and/or edit speeches, presentations, messages, and other correspondence for the superintendent of schools

 

Civil Service Title

Community Relations Coordinator

Job Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A)  Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s degree AND three (3) years of experience in public information and/or media relations; OR

B)  Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s degree AND five (5) years of experience in public information and/or media relations.

 

 

Application Procedure

• Three (3) Professional References Required (letters are not necessary) - These must be filled out in the section of your application where requested -all sections are required.  If information is unknown please enter "n/a" or "0000000000" where appropriate.

• Please note that after you complete your registration on our online site (Recruitfront), YOU MUST APPLY for any positions you are interested in. Your Recruitfront Registration alone is NOT an application for employment with Broome-Tioga BOCES.  You must apply to a specific job number/job title after completing the first step of registration.  You will receive a confirmation email after you have completed your application properly.

Job Category

Communications and Development

Job Location

Maine-Endwell Central School District

Additional Information