Digital Communications and Content Coordinator
Description: Digital Communications and Content Coordinator develops and manages content for the district’s website and social media platforms and assists in the development and implementation of the district’s strategic internal and external communication plans.
Job Summary:
- Manage and maintain the district’s website and provide support to each school in the management of their individual site. This includes training of staff as needed.
- Develop and post dynamic content and visual imagery on the district’s media platforms conforming with the district marketing and brand strategy.
- Support other members of the Communications team to create and/or edit copy that is timely, consistent, effective, and according to AP standards.
- Edit, post, and integrate audiovisual media on the sites.
- Ensure accessibility of all webpages, documents, and digital media utilized by the district.
- Serve as the first point of contact for the public and staff regarding the website or digital media platforms.
- Monitor feedback on website and social media platforms.
- Design and implement analytics to effectively evaluate web and social media strategies using multiple data sources.
- Optimize web resources for search engines.
- Track and report website metrics.
- Support web and database server administrators and work with internal and external support teams to diagnose/solve issues, as needed.
- Collaborate with district level teams on digital communication and marketing needs including graphic design, coordination of marketing activities and media campaigns, and the measurement and reporting on campaign results.
- Assist in special event planning to support with digital and public communication needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Understanding of web architecture, content management systems, user experience, graphic design, and customer service
- Understanding of current operating platforms, computer hardware, and associated software applications
- Ability to work independently, organize and coordinate work, and communicate effectively with all levels of end users
- Ability to report work orally and/or in writing to supervisor and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff and others contacted in the course of work
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation regarding leadership, performance, and professional growth and carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
- Ability to anticipate and address problems in a resourceful and consistent manner and use analytical, problem solving, and creative thinking skills with respect to web-related issues
- Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying
- Typical qualifications would be equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree in Communications with a background in graphic or digital design, or College/technical school coursework equivalent to a 4-year college education combined with at least 5 years of experience
- Prior successful experience in one or more of the following fields: web design, graphic design, communications, and content management
- Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation
Rate of pay: $70,000-$95,000 experience will be considered and aligned with others with similar experience in the same position grade. The position is exempt under the FLSA.
Benefits: Benefit information can be found here: Benefit Packet for 12-month Exempt Non-Bargaining Selection
Procedure: Qualified candidates will be contacted by the appropriate building administrator. The position reports to the Executive Director of Communication Services.
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $50,000 - $99,999
Position Location: Aurora
Indian Prairie School DIstrict 204
Lisa Barry
