Communications Director Jobs in Rochester, MN (NOW HIRING)

ESTIMATED INTERVIEW DATE: Ongoing

WORK SCHEDULE: 8 hours per day; typically 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; flexibility offered for attendance at community or district events, community education programs, etc.

WORK CALENDAR: Click link to view calendar with work days.

2025-2026 260 Day Work Calendar

CLASSIFICATION: C-4-1, Non-Exempt

SALARY: $58,947 - $70,737 (prorated based upon hire date)

Click link below to review the 2024-2026 Rochester Operations Professional Employees Work Unit Agreement containing salary schedule.

ROPE Statement of Understanding 2024-2026

Hiring Manager: Deb Frost, Community Education & Partnerships Accountant

If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4270 or email jordan.klatt@rochesterschools.org

JOB SUMMARY:

Rochester Public Schools is seeking a communications specialist to join the Community Education department. This individual will play a critical role in maximizing the department’s reach and impact through external and internal communications. The ideal candidate has excellent skills in written, digital, and social communications, exceptional interpersonal skills as well as great attention to detail. They will be self-motivated, able to work independently and in a collaborative environment and execute multiple projects at the same time.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide exceptional customer service to all internal and external constituents
• Approach all situations with an optimistic, collaborative spirit
• Lead and execute the department’s communications efforts (e.g. catalogs, other publications, website, social media, email)
• Develop compelling content for a variety of platforms
• Work closely with contracted graphic designer on major projects; serve as backup for minor edits in Adobe
• Lead the department’s Marketing Committee
• Conduct technical aspects of catalog preparations for graphic design using Arux software (e.g. content downloads, updates)
• Assist with catalog proofing and editing
• Occasionally serve as backup for main office clerical team
• Collaborate with members of the District’s communications team on various projects, as directed by the supervisor
• May require attendance at evening or weekend meetings or events (10%)
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or related field plus at least two years professional experience related to the position OR Associates degree with 3-4 years of experience related to the position OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experienced writer of compelling content, with experience and knowledge in copywriting, editing, and proofreading
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills, working independently and collaboratively to drive forward multiple projects
• Experience in social media management and web design
• Caring teammate who enjoys other humans, and has the ability to work effectively in a consensus-style and collaborative environment that expects and promotes teamwork
• High personal motivation supporting a strong work ethic, flexibility, and creativity
• Proficiency in design software as well as Google Suite

Commitment to Equity:

Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.

https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions

Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.

District Information: To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visit www.rochesterschools.org.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.