Communications and Events Coordinator

Communications and Events Coordinator (Apply directly with STEM Schools - DO NOT apply with DCSD online) At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we place innovation at the heart of learning to unleash the potential of all students and prepare them for an exponentially changing world. As a K-12 public charter school in the Douglas County School District, we are committed to creating an environment that fosters respect, success, and continuous improvement. We welcome you to join us in our mission to redefine limits and unleash potential.

Our Core Values:
Prioritize Students – Every decision we make is focused on ensuring students thrive, lead, and succeed. The community that surrounds students exists for the purpose of their growth and development.

Build a Strong Community – We are more than a school, we are a community. We all have equal value and seek to encourage each other to maximize our unique strengths, gifts, and passions. The true power of a charter school is in the strength of its community.

Do Right, Always – Honesty, trust, and ethical decision-making guide our actions, fostering respect, accountability, and a safe environment, even in challenging circumstances or when recognition is absent.

Embrace Innovation – Never Stop Innovating. Innovation thrives on continuous growth, bold problem-solving, and a willingness to push boundaries, transforming ideas into meaningful progress.

Take Steady Steps – We play the long game with people and projects by implementing strategic planning, clear communication, systems and process, ample resources, and appropriate pacing - setting a strong foundation for a supportive environment for our community to thrive.

Lead With Care – Dedicated to making a difference through personal ownership, care, and compassion, creates lasting impact in our students, colleagues, and community.

Elevate the Standard – A commitment to continuous growth, where skills are refined, applied, and adapted to achieve the highest standards and empower everyone to reach their fullest potential.

Laugh Together – Having fun makes the team work! Creating an environment where joy is encouraged. Strengthens our teams, fosters a positive culture, and fuels creativity, making everyone feel valued, energized, and motivated to contribute.

Benefits:
STEM School Highlands Ranch offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (available on the 1st of the following month).
• Short-term, long-term disability, life, and ADD insurance (available six months from hire date).
• Retirement benefits including PERA pension and 401K employee-only contribution managed through Colorado’s PERA program.
• Other benefits include FSA (medical and dependent care), Pet Insurance, Sick Time, and PTO based on years of service

• Event Planning:
• Coordinate all aspects of school events, including logistics, vendor management, and budget tracking.
• Manage on-site event production and post-event activities, ensuring smooth execution and follow-up.
• Work closely with the school’s PTO and Accountability Committee to streamline event-related communication and planning.
• Serve as the primary school contact for all fundraising events. Collaborate with the PTO, community partners, and school administration to develop and execute fundraising initiatives.
• Marketing:
• Implement the established marketing plan by monitoring digital ads
• Assist in the development of print collateral to promote events, enrollment, and school programs.
• Track advertising campaigns and website traffic and provide feedback on effectiveness and strategy.
• Collaboration & Development:
• Collaborate with various school constituencies, including students, parents, alumni, and staff, to foster a strong community.
• Participate in strategic and campus master planning related to communications and events.
• Engage in professional development to stay current with industry trends and best practices.

Bachelor's Degree: Communications (Required), Bachelor's Degree: Journalism (Required), Bachelor's Degree: Marketing (Required) Charter School STEM Charter School No 40 1.00 185 Work Days

• (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

$61,073.20 USD Annual $76,795.02 USD Annual $61,073.20 USD - $92,516.85 USD Annual

• All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options. There is also a voluntary 403(b) savings plan with up to 4% District match for up to 5 years from date of hire. October 16, 2025