Position Type:
Administration/Classified Administrator
Date Posted:
3/19/2026
Location:
Public Relations
Classified Administrator of Communications &
Community Outreach
FOUR DAY WORK WEEK
JOB GOAL
To spearhead parental and community engagement at all levels of the Cartwright School District through outreach, communications, marketing, advertising, canvassing and translation & interpreting services.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
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Bachelor's degree in journalism, mass communication, communications, marketing, or a related field.
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2+ years of experience in multimedia content production.
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Proven experience in video production and post-production, including creating video and/or audio content.
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Proficiency with professional DSLR/video cameras and editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop).
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Ability to work a flexible schedule and accommodate various shifts.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Strong knowledge of Spanish language marketing & communications
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Extensive experience with community & parental engagement
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Excellent written and verbal skills
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Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
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Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
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Strong understanding of crisis communications
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Professional understanding of marketing analysis: including surveys, design campaigns and enrollment canvassing outreach
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Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
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Friendly and approachable demeanor.
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Maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and work ethic at all times.
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A valid driver's license
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Associates or Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience in a school district communications department
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Bilingual required
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Plan, coordinate and lead parental & community district meetings
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Act as district representative at community engagement events throughout the district
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Craft district communications (in both English and Spanish) in the form of letters, robocalls, marketing materials and more in order to serve the Cartwright community
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Act as spokesperson for the district and lead for the Communications Department when the Director of Communications is unavailable
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Manage and train more than 200 district translators and interpreters
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Manage all interpreting during parent/teacher conferences for the district
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Serve as expert in the training of parent liaisons who require help at school sites
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Interpret high priority IEP meetings where attorneys are involved
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Responsible for proofreading materials distributed by district staff and schools
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Responsible for interpreting all Board Meetings and PAC meetings
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Responsible for translating all district newsletters, flyers and marketing materials
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Coordinating media interviews on behalf of the school district
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Responsible for crafting and administering all district surveys and disseminating the data to leadership in a clear and concise form
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Help create all marketing and disseminate all materials for the Communications & Community Engagement Department
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Strong social media skills
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Responsible for assisting schools with marketing during large district-wide events
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Interview, hire, and train new staff members, ensuring they meet all policies and legal requirements.
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Complete ongoing professional development such as attending the ASPRA & NSPRA conferences to remain up to date on standards and procedures.
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Communicate and meet with parents regarding their enrollment plans through community canvassing and any opportunities for outreach
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Manage and oversee the budget and accounts to ensure that the department remains financially fiscal.
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Develop and facilitate a marketing and communications plan in collaboration with the communications department.
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All other duties related to communications & community outreach
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
REPORTS TO: Public Relations Executive Director
LOCATION: District Office
SUPERVISES: NA
CALENDAR: 12-Months, Benefitted
JOB CATEGORY: Administrative
BEGINNING SALARY: Salaries and Benefits as approved by the Governing Board
BENEFITS: As approved by the Governing Board
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Until filled