Performs a variety of professional duties required to support community relations and outreach with Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) multicultural and multilingual families and communities; assists in the development of communications and placement of content to reach targeted audiences; develops multilingual content across multiple platforms to broaden community outreach and promote inclusivity with FCPS families and communities.
Qualifications
Required
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree.
Two (2) years of progressively more responsible experience in community engagement or public affairs for a large agency, school district, or corporation.
May require work on evenings, holidays, and weekends.
Knowledge of current best practices for community outreach and effective communication with a broad range of stakeholders and diverse audiences.
Knowledge of public education, news media, public relation practices, and crisis communications.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations such as public information, Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and ADA compliance.
Familiarity of the various communities FCPS serves and their cultural needs.
Ability to work within a multicultural community, recognizing the sensitive nature of collaborating with people of different cultural backgrounds and expectations.
Proficiency in the use of technology.
Ability to work effectively under pressure, multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and meet tight deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in English and Spanish.
Preferred
Degree in communications, journalism, or community relations.
Salary Range
$68,072 - $115,838
Salary Grade
[Salary Information]
Unified Scale-Schedule B/Grade 001
Office
Chief Experience and Engagement
Contract Length
260-Day Contract
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Percent Full-Time
Full Time
Job Type
Communications
Open
Until
Filled
Yes
Re-Adv.
Position
No
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Other
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education
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