Specialist, Communications, Temporary

Job Description

Applications will be received until March 17, 2026
. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board k12.org .

Dates Needed:
March 16, 2026 - June 2, 2026

Responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive internal and external communications strategies that keep key audiences informed of the school’s mission, vision, priorities and initiatives. Draws upon a wide range of communications disciplines, including media relations, crisis communications, marketing communications, internal communications, online communications, community relations and special events. Coordinates closely with key leaders in the District Communications Office to ensure consistency in messaging and tactics.

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary Range: $30.056 - $36.067 an hour.  for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as: time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

• Works with school leadership team and District regional marketing manager to identify clear objectives and benchmarks that support enrollment, retention, and positive school culture
• Develops and implements strategic marketing and communications plans that inform and engage current students, families, faculty and staff, prospective families, and community partners as appropriate
• Establishes sustainable communications standards and practices that span across all school programs, taking into account the school’s diverse groups in order to keep current students, families, faculty, and staff informed of activities, events, initiatives, and key decisions affecting the school community
• Develops and maintains relationships with key stakeholders at boundary feeder elementary and middle schools to encourage neighborhood families to promote the school as a strong neighborhood school option in which to enroll their children
• Develops and implements retention efforts designed to reinforce students’ connection to the school, forges strong student-parent-school bonds, and ensures consistency in enrollment for the following year
• Provides content management and frequent updates to the website and social media platforms
• Consistently develops and distributes content promoting student achievement and positive school news and activities via neighborhood publications, newsletters, flyers, online forums, District publications, social media, and other outlets

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field required
• 2 or more years in professional communications, marketing, public relations, or community relations roles
• Current and valid Colorado driver’s license, appropriate insurance coverage, and acceptable driving record for the past three years
• Familiarity with the principles of branding and graphic design as well as print production
• Willingness and ability to travel to business and community partner sites throughout the city
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that…