Communications Director - Antonian College Preparatory High School

Overview

Description
Employment Status:
Full-time
FLSA Status:
Exempt (unless specified otherwise)

Reports to:

Principal

Summary:

The Director of Communications’ primary purpose and objective is to provide communications and information to our school community and to carry out the support duties required by the Principal with the professionalism and efficiency necessary to respond to school needs and the mission of the office.

• Collaborates with the Principal in communicating with the school community and creating a support system for the families & faculty
• Prepares the weekly newsletter and other communications.
• Maintains and updates the school website.
• Liaison with internal/external organizations and the Archdiocese.
• Works on communication with new enrollees
• Participates in staff meetings and Archdiocesan workshops/trainings.
• Requests maintenance and repairs of the copiers, if needed.
• Plans and assists with school events and activities.
• Creates and sends Constant Contact messages
• Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of staff and agency information.
• Assists the Principal in his/her duties and responsibilities

• Establishing and driving a cohesive multichannel communications strategy for School Leaders.
• Monitoring, soliciting, and managing the school's reviews on online platforms.
• Managing organization voice and brand standards, adhering to communications protocols.
• Maintaining and organizing the school photo database and assisting in coordinating professional photo shoots.
• Tracking the effectiveness of communications activities and using data to inform strategy.
• Working collaboratively with staff, faculty, and administration to plan the school's communication calendar.
• Serving as the primary press contact for campus administration.
• Creating and implementing a social media strategy to increase digital presence and engagement.
• Identifying and coordinating with outside communications professionals on joint efforts.
• Attending professional development opportunities related to communications, marketing, enrollment, and alumni relations.
• Soliciting communication feedback from school stakeholders.
• Collaborating to develop a comprehensive marketing plan supporting recruitment, enrollment, and retention.
• Executing marketing and advertising print and digital campaigns.
• Working with admissions to implement recruitment strategies.
• Managing and overseeing the Annual State of the Campus Report.
• Planning/Supporting and executing Catholic Schools Week.
• Other duties, as assigned

• Leadership - Ability to exhibit behavior and skills that contribute to superior performance by motivating others to become engaged and take action.
• Stress Management - Ability to remain focused and use emotional intelligence despite stressful situations and competing priorities.
• De-escalation - Ability to sense a potential or occurring crisis or volatile situation and engage in a manner that reduces the intensity or conflict.
• Developing Others - Ability to see the potential in others and engage them in a way that leads to their ability and willingness to enhance their knowledge, skills and/or abilities to greater levels of proficiency.
• Business Acumen - Ability to utilize extensive business knowledge and experience to formulate and successfully deliver on short-term and long-term organizational objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Technology:
  Proficient in Google Suite (docs, sheets, slides, etc.) database management, and internet use for educational purposes and multimedia presentations
• Experience:
  
  Prior communications experience preferred.
• Individual must have good verbal and written communications skills.
• High level of discretion and integrity.
• Ability to be reached by phone.
• License and Credentials
• Reliable transportation
• Valid driver license
• Valid vehicle insurance

• Ability to work independently.
• Extensive computer skills are preferred.
• Individual must have strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise as needed.

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.