Associate Director of Communications

Trinity School • New York, NY

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Trinity School, a co-educational, K–12 institution located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, seeks a full-time Associate Director of Communications beginning July 1, 2026. Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Associate Director plays a critical role in shaping Trinity School’s brand voice and marketing strategy. Serving as a strategic partner to the Director, the Associate Director serves as a liaison across all departments, ensuring the Communications Office is a proactive, solutions-oriented partner. By leading the School’s storytelling initiatives, the Associate Director ensures that Trinity’s core values and mission are consistently and clearly reflected across all digital and print platforms.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, digital media, or related field.
• Equivalent professional experience, preferably in an educational or nonprofit setting, will also be considered.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills including a strong ability to craft clear, compelling, and engaging content tailored to diverse audiences.
• A record of outstanding attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot problems and develop strategic solutions.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
• Excellent verbal and visual communication skills.
• An eagerness to develop new skills and refine existing ones.
• A demonstrated ability to balance independent self-management with the ability to partner effectively and work collaboratively with all members of the Trinity community.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Blackbaud, and Adobe Creative Suite is required.
• Skilled in managing workflows, coordinating vendors, and executing digital communication initiatives.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to the School’s mission.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a kindergarten through grade twelve environment preferred.
• Applicable college or university experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy a comprehensive communications framework that synchronizes internal messaging with external brand positioning.
• Establish, implement, and evaluate a formal communications plan that reflects the needs of the School, utilizing data and metrics to refine future outreach.
• Serve as the primary liaison to external vendors and freelancers for design and print digital communications, managing these relationships and related budgets.
• Assist leadership in the planning and rollout of the School’s essential character for community building, recruitment, and fundraising campaigns.
• Provide sophisticated writing, occasional ghostwriting, and editorial support to the Senior Administration to maintain a consistent institutional voice.
• Manage the production lifecycle of all digital and print collateral, including the School’s website, annual report, and social media channels.
• Produce high-quality, compelling writing under tight deadlines for all constituencies and audiences.
• Review all institutional messaging through a lens of dignity and belonging to ensure communication is inclusive and resonant with a diverse community.
• Partner with the Admissions and Advancement Offices to create narratives and materials that drive enrollment and philanthropic growth.
• Collaborate with Lower, Middle, and Upper School Principals to identify the most effective communication channels for their unique messaging needs.
• Provide guidance and resources for Athletics, Equity and Inclusion, Chaplaincy, Public Engagement, Global Engagement, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and other departments and offices.
• Serve as a secondary point of contact for media inquiries and support the development of crisis communications strategies.
• Keep track of the School’s media presence to ensure accuracy and alignment with school-wide priorities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level