Overview of the Malden Public Schools: 

The Malden Public Schools (MPS) is a richly diverse school district located within the Greater Boston area and accessible by the MBTA orange line train. Malden’s student body comprises approximately 6,800 students who represent 59 different countries and speak 67 different languages. We have 1 early learning center, 5 K-8 schools, and 1 high school. We are committed to providing high expectations for all learners through rigorous instruction and culturally responsive practices and pedagogy. MPS is a safe, welcoming, and collaborative district where we encourage and embrace a growth mindset. We believe that our diversity is an asset, and we are seeking candidates that reflect, embrace, and contribute to the strengths of our community. 

Communications Coordinator

Description:

Overview of the Malden Public Schools:
The Malden Public Schools (MPS) is a richly diverse school district located within the Greater Boston area and accessible by the MBTA orange line train. Malden’s student body comprises approximately 6,800 students who represent 59 different countries and speak 67 different languages. We have 1 early learning center, 5 K-8 schools, and 1 high school. We are committed to providing high expectations for all learners through rigorous instruction and culturally responsive practices and pedagogy. MPS is a safe, welcoming, and collaborative district where we encourage and embrace a growth mindset. We believe that our diversity is an asset, and we are seeking candidates that reflect, embrace, and contribute to the strengths of our community. 

Communications Coordinator

The Communications Coordinator serves a critical role in supporting the district’s effective communication with the public (including the parents and caregivers of the students in our schools) and with our employees.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee web-based communications, including the development and maintenance of the Malden Public Schools website, district social media accounts, automatic phone and email messaging, printed materials, and other relevant communications tools
• Support Principals and their designees with school-based communications efforts
• Serve as liaison between the Superintendent, the members of the Superintendent’s Cabinet, and Principals to create and disseminate time-sensitive messages to district stakeholders, the media and the wider community, coordinating efforts with officials of other City of Malden departments as needed
• Engage with district- and school-based staff to identify and develop content that highlights examples of learning, growth and student success across the district
• Create media releases and advisories, social media posts, and district newsletters; support the development of video productions, podcasts, and other media content as needed
• Serve as the primary point of contact with local media, including pitching stories and responding to media inquiries, which may include supporting the Superintendent and his/his designees in developing media responses, etc.
• Support the strengthening of internal communications systems to support the effective collaboration and performance of district and school employees
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools

General Expectations

• Maintain a high level of personal integrity and a strong work ethic
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, modeling patience and professionalism in interactions with district staff, elected officials, and members of the public
• Maintain confidentiality 
• Demonstrate innovative thinking, with a meticulous attention to detail

Qualifications:

• Successful experience in communications role— Required (experience in urban public-school district desirable)
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field—Required (Master’s degree desirable)
• Demonstration of exceptional English communication skills (both verbal and written); proficiency in one or more languages other than English very desirable
• References affirming the candidate’s strong organizational capacity and record of completing tasks on time with the utmost accuracy 
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in: 
• The professional use of social media to support organizational objectives 
• Website management platforms
• Email marketing platforms (e.g., MailChimp, Constant Contact)
• Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace suite
• Familiarity with graphic design software (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Canva)
• Familiarity with video and audio production (desirable)

Reports To:  Superintendent of Schools

Terms of Employment:  

• Twelve-month (12) work year. Salary to be negotiated with the Superintendent of Schools; benefits as established for all administrative positions.
• Performance-based evaluation and compensation in accordance with School Committee policy.

Salary:     Based on experience

To Apply: Submit letter of interest highlighting qualifications for the position via TalentEd. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

The Malden Public Schools is committed to cultivating an ethnically, racially, and linguistically diverse and inclusive environment where different backgrounds and perspectives are celebrated. We believe the differences within our environment will positively impact student outcomes and benefit our employees and community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.