Minimum Requirements

•   Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

•   Four years of full-time, paid, professional experience in communications, journalism, public affairs or a related field which has involved developing communications strategies to inform internal audiences on prominent matters. 

        OR

• Any equivalent combination of training and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Talent.

NOTE: An applicant who does not meet the minimum education or work experience requirements listed above may be considered if, at the sole discretion of the Talent Office, they have a unique combination of education and work experiences that indicates potential for success in this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

•   Demonstrated knowledge of:

○      Journalistic principles and practices and the techniques of planning, composing, and editing informational materials.

○ Communications techniques and procedures.

○  Effective communications strategies.

○ Web and multi-media technologies for use as communication tools. ○  Current social media tools, trends and techniques.

•   Demonstrated ability to:

○      Manage several complex projects simultaneously.

○ Exercise significant independence, initiative, and technical skill in the area of communications and public relations.  

○ Respond to emergencies and to effect problem resolution processes. o  Analyze and resolve complex problems. o Stimulate public interest and gain support for District programs.

o Make presentations to employee groups and the public. o Conduct research and find pertinent and newsworthy information.

○ Represent a superior at meetings and conferences.

○ Present ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.

○  Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 

Nondiscrimination

The School District of Philadelphia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 348 for further information regarding the District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.