Communications Manager

Educational Service District 112•ESD 112 - Vancouver Campus, WA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Communications Manager provides comprehensive communications services and manages communications projects and relationships for assigned external and internal programs and partner school districts. Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Communications and Public Engagement, the manager oversees project timelines, deliverables, stakeholder coordination, and communications support. The position is full-time and year-round, based at the Vancouver, Washington campus, with a hybrid work arrangement and flexible work hours. Regular attendance is required, as is frequent travel within the ESD 112 region. The role develops strategic communications plans, creates and manages digital and print content, coordinates community engagement activities, and supports social media and crisis communications. It also includes conducting surveys and reporting on program outcomes, maintaining relationships with school personnel, community members, and news media, and producing accessible video content in accordance with strategic goals and brand standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Writing, or a related field.
Project management experience that includes managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Experience developing and managing electronic newsletter and print publication services.
Experience planning, creating, publishing, and evaluating social media content.
Experience with creative writing and AP style.
Successful completion of a criminal history records and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.

Nice To Haves

Recent experience working in public relations and communications.
Knowledge of K-12 public education, school district operations, and community engagement practices.
Recent experience in social media management and best practices.
Experience creating accessible multimedia content, including graphic design and photography, using tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud or Canva.
Ability to advise and collaborate with leaders, staff, and community partners on clear, audience-centered communications.

Responsibilities

Manage communications projects and community engagement activities for assigned school district partners and ESD 112 programs, including planning, coordination, progress tracking, and timelines.
Gather, write, edit, and produce content and digital assets for school district and ESD 112 print and electronic communications.
Develop and implement strategic communications plans for ESD 112 programs and assigned district partners, coordinating related projects and activities.
Oversee drafting and management of school district and ESD digital and print communications, including websites, intranets, digital newsletters and newsrooms, mailers, and other printed materials.
Develop and manage social media strategies and accounts, including goal and content planning, multimedia production, posting, and performance reporting.
Conduct market and public opinion research using survey tools; assess program outcomes and analyze, interpret, and report data.
Build and maintain positive relationships with school district personnel, community members, and news media; coordinate with project teams and subject matter experts to meet communications goals and deadlines.
Support crisis communication planning and response efforts for school districts and ESD 112.
Capture, edit, and produce video content for school district and ESD 112 digital communications in alignment with strategic communication goals, brand standards, and accessibility requirements.
Maintain regular attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.