Description
Position: Temporary System Communication & Media Administrator
Hours of Work: Full-Time - 35 hours per week - Effective immediately until return of
incumbent
Rate of Pay: $42.89/hour
Union Affiliation: Non-Union
GROW YOUR CAREER WITH KPDSB
As one of the area's largest employers, Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) is situated in beautiful Northwestern Ontario. KPDSB serves the educational needs of approximately 5,000 students within 17 elementary and 6 secondary schools in the communities of Kenora, Sioux Narrows, Vermilion Bay, Ear Falls, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, Pickle Lake, Savant Lake, and Upsala.
Come to KPDSB to experience the refreshing lakes, sandy beaches, breathtaking northern lights, and the welcoming tight-knit communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated to providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.
Additional information regarding the Board is available on the Board's web site a
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the Director of Education, the System Communication & Media Administrator is responsible for creating and monitoring all aspects of the organization's external communications and public relations, including media relations, emergency or crisis communications, publications, graphic design, video creation, web design, and content management. This position is responsible for the overall visual identity and branding of the Board and supports marketing and reputation management for individual schools.
DUTIES
Manages and monitors the Board's public relations to preserve and promote its positive image
Monitors media platforms and feedback received from school administration, colleagues, and external stakeholders to ensure proper and timely response to bad press or targeted attacks
Responds to complaints by correcting misinformation or misunderstanding and increasing positive promotion
Ensures that similar complaints are prevented in the future through proper documentation and awareness
Informs Senior Administration, Trustees, and other key stakeholders of any critical issues and/or media coverage
Creates and updates external communications to support individual schools in their efforts to keep parents and students informed and promotes a positive image of the Board. This includes video creation, publications, and graphic and website design
Plans, coordinates, and executes special events and marketing campaigns to promote program registration, engage stakeholders, and combat any preconceived notions or barriers. This includes identifying stakeholders to be involved, coordinating sub-committees, and maintaining budgets
Develops emergency communications to support the Board and individual schools in effective communication to key stakeholders, including parents, in a crisis situation
QUALIFICATIONS
College diploma from a recognized institution in marketing, communications, or public relations is required. University degree from a recognized institution is preferred. A minimum of 2 years of experience in communications or public relations is required. Experience in a School Board environment is preferred. Knowledge of individual school communities (school programming, demographics, perception in the community, etc.) is preferred.
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
Please include three (3) professional references, one of whom must be a recent supervisor and permission to contact. These can be uploaded directly into your ATE application/portfolio - Attention Maddie White, Human Resources Officer. The Board thanks all applicants for indicating their interest in this position, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted.
KPSDB is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to: First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities
Confidential Information provided by applicants will be used for the purposes of this competition only and will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to advise Human Resources throughout any stage of the recruitment process.
