Director, General - Communications - 261 Duty Days

Job Title

Fresno Unified School District invites you to step up and inspire students to success. California's third-largest school district with an enrollment of more than 74,000 students is making huge strides in preparing career-ready graduates.

Requirements / Qualifications

Guided by the Board of Education's Core Beliefs that all students can and must learn at grade level and beyond, the district is gaining momentum to boost student achievement. Fresno Unified School District is seeking dynamic, dedicated and motivated individuals. Individuals need to be committed to continuous improvement, results driven and eager to work in a diverse community. We are committed to creating a culture where: - Diversity is Valued - Accelerated Learning for Each Student is Key - Good First Teaching is the Focus - Collaborating with Civic Leaders Positively Impacts the Community PLEASE READ REQUIREMENTS CAREFULLY. Applicants must complete a management on-line application and attach a cover letter, resume, most recent evaluation, transcripts and credentials if qualifications require based on position, and two current letters of support by the closing date. The FUSD Letter of Support form resembles a questionnaire form. The FUSD online application provides instructions on how to send the Letter of Support form to your contact person. Please use this mandatory form. A copy of your credential and transcripts are necessary when the position requires one. Applicants are responsible for attaching their own documents. Letters of Support are valid for two (2) years. Failure to provide any of the documents listed above will prevent you from moving forward in the hiring process.

Job Type Description Under the direction of the Chief Information Officer, provide strategic leadership and oversight for the District's communications, public relations, digital engagement, multimedia storytelling, crisis communications, and community engagement functions. Develop, implement, and monitor a comprehensive communications and public relations strategy that reflects and advances the District's values, strengthens internal culture, promotes transparency and engagement, and builds trust and confidence among students, staff, families, and the broader community. Support and manage the District's crisis communication strategy; expand engagement across internal and external communication channels; manage and direct departmental resources and budget; supervise, develop, and support communications staff; and build strong, positive relationships with District leaders, Board trustees, employees, families, media, community partners, and other stakeholders. Education And Experience: Any combination equivalent to: bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, public administration, business administration, educational administration, or a related field and seven years of increasingly responsible professional experience in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, digital strategy, media relations, or a related field, including progressively responsible supervisory or management experience. Master's degree in a related field preferred. Experience in K-12 public education, government, or other public-sector communications preferred. Licenses And Other Requirements: Valid California driver's license. Relevant professional certification in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, digital media, or a related field preferred.