To provide immediate and long-term planning, coordination and implementation of internal and external communications for the School District.

• Plans, creates and interprets district strategies and positions with key audiences at the local, state, and national level.
• Assists with delivery of emergency notifications.
• Assists in daily social media management.
• Provides strategic counsel on identifying, designing and implementing internal and external strategies to support and advance all system-wide reform initiatives and major programs.
• Prepares position papers and keynote addresses for the Superintendent.
• Acts as district content manager for printed or digital publications.
• Assists with all marketing/recruiting efforts for the district.
• Designs and implements internal and external strategies to support and advance all system-wide reform initiatives and major programs.
• Conducts training/professional development for administrative personnel on communication related topics.
• Serves as a member of the crisis team and district spokesperson for all major crises.
• Develops communication tools (video, print, etc.) to support system-wide or division level objectives.
• Plans and identifies relevant trends and coordinates appropriate action plans to prevent or resolve issues that impact the district.
• Advises the Executive Director of the status of programs, projects, policies, budgets, etc.
• Maintain open lines of communication and advises assigned staffs of pertinent and applicable information.
• Oversees district website.
• Oversees district newsletters.

• Flexibility, organization, decision-making, team building and problem solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
• Knowledge of APS Community, computer system, financial and legal requirements.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects and coordinate the work of others.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the field of education and familiarity with current trends.
• Demonstrated leadership in working with students, staff, parents and others.
• Demonstrated competence in dealing with politically based issue

Apply to www.aps.edu. District Support. A cover letter and resume must be submitted prior to 4:00 PM on the closing date of the advertisement for the application to be considered complete.