Summary

St. Vrain Valley Schools seeks a detail-oriented Communications Specialist: Operations and Information to maintain operational excellence in our communications systems and internal and external communication distribution. This role combines technical expertise with strategic thinking to ensure clear, timely, and effective communication across our district.

Description

Communications Specialist: Operations and Information

Join Our Award-Winning Team at St. Vrain Valley Schools

Drive Excellence in Educational Communications

Impact That Matters

As a Communications Specialist: Operations and Information at St. Vrain Valley Schools, you'll:

Champion accessibility and consistency in district communications
Support staff through training and professional development
Ensure quality and accuracy in all distributed communications
Contribute to the success of one of Colorado's largest school districts
Make a difference in public education through effective communication

The Ideal Candidate Will Bring

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Experience with web accessibility standards and best practices
Strong project coordination capabilities
Excellence in process documentation and training development
Proficiency in content management systems and experience with Adobe Creative Suite
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently

Essential Responsibilities

Develop and maintain training materials for communications tools and systems
Conduct regular training sessions and professional development workshops
Perform web and newsletter audits for compliance and consistency
Manage and distribute critical school communications
Coordinate vendor relationships and project logistics
Maintain communications style guides and standards
Support emergency communications as needed

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field
Minimum of 2 years experience in communications operations or project management
Demonstrated experience with content management systems
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
Valid driver's license

What Sets This Opportunity Apart

Professional Growth: Work with an award-winning communications team
Meaningful Impact: Support education initiatives that shape our community's future
Unique Schedule: Enjoy a 220-day calendar with generous leave, including:
- Three weeks in July
- One week at Thanksgiving
- Two weeks for winter break
- One week for spring break
Competitive Compensation: $70,761-$97,717 (hiring salary typically starts in the lower range, commensurate with experience)

About St. Vrain Valley Schools

As Colorado's seventh-largest school district, we serve over 33,000 students across 13 vibrant communities including Erie, Firestone, Frederick, Longmont, Lyons, Mead, and Niwot. We're nationally recognized for our emphasis on technology, innovation, STEM, and robotics programs.