Communication Specialist

Position Number: 201314969
Department: Marketing and Communication
Job Category: Classified Unit A
Time (Percent Time): 100%
Term (months/year): 12 months/year
Current Work Schedule (days, hours):
Salary Range: A-88
Salary: Steps 1 - 6, $4,729 - $6,036 per month
Shift Differential:
Open Date: 04/04/2019
Initial Screening Date: 04/25/2019
Open Until Filled: Yes

Application Procedure:
Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; however, those submitted by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on April 25, 2019, are assured consideration.

Applicants must submit all of the following materials online at http://hrjobs.mtsac.edu to be considered for this position:

1. A Mt. San Antonio College online application.

2. A cover letter describing how the applicant meets the required education and experience.

3. A detailed résumé that summarizes educational preparation and professional experience for the position.

4. Two (2) letters of recommendation that reflect relevant experience (do not use social media or professional networks as a means to provide letters of recommendation).

5. College and/or university transcripts showing the awarded/conferred degree (if applicable) are required and must be submitted with the online application by all applicants, including current or former employees of the college, to demonstrate that the required educational qualifications are met. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application; however, copies of diplomas are not accepted in lieu of transcripts.

Health & Welfare:
College contributes $10,946 toward annual premium for medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage. Lifetime retirement benefits provided for eligible retirees.

The District participates in the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), State Teachers’ Retirement System (STRS) retirement programs, and MetLife Social Security Alternative Plan.

*Note Salary and Health & Welfare Benefits are subject to change

Basic Function/Overview:
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs tasks in support of College's marketing and communications efforts. The communication specialist helps to build relationships and positive associations with the public through communication and events, including writing and distributing news stories; writing and editing content for publications; taking, organizing, and sharing photographs; developing awareness and understanding of the College on social media and the web; answering questions from the public; supporting outreach or public events; representing the College at events; and placing media advertising.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Director, Marketing and Communications. Exercises no direct supervision of staff. May provide technical and functional direction to student workers or hourly workers.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a journey-level professional classification that performs duties in the development of public affairs, public awareness and information, community relations and outreach, and media relations materials and program concepts. The incumbent is expected to be able to take assigned projects of moderate to significant difficulty and sensitivity and carry them through from initial concept to finished communications materials or events, utilizing sound judgment, the application of proven public/media relations and communications principles, and skillful, persuasive writing, and presentation approaches with a minimum of direction and supervision. This class is distinguished from the Director, Marketing and Communications in that the latter has overall responsibility for all functions of the department, its strategy, and for developing, implementing, and interpreting public policy.

Essential Duties/Major Responsibilities:
1. Researches, writes, proofreads and edits a variety of material for the College, including news releases, news stories, web copy, public service announcements, newsletters, articles, brochures, and reports.
2. Provides emergency communication support, such as maintaining the communication plan; staying up-to-date on the campus emergency notification systems; developing and editing emergency communication templates; and information gathering, dissemination, monitoring, analysis, and planning.
3. Serves as College photographer for marketing projects, publications, brochures, web site, and documentation of campus events; develops and maintains photo archives and graphic images; oversees outsourced photo shoots; performs photo enhancements.
4. Acts as media liaison resource and College spokesperson when directed.
5. Coordinates production of Performing Arts programs for the music, theater, and dance departments throughout the academic year, as needed; coordinates production of the Performing Arts annual brochure; writes, copy and curates photography for the brochure; serves as liaison between staff, program directors, and graphic artists.
6. Serves as editor of College online news, regularly providing news and photographs online and in social media.
7. Assists in concept development, coordination, implementation, and participation in special events.
8. Represents the College at events, such as the Walnut Community Festival.
9. Confers with representatives of other departments, committees, and vendors as required by project assignments.
10. May develop or arrange for the development of public, media, and community relations materials in Spanish or other languages in addition to English.
11. Participates on committees, task forces, and special assignments, including, but not limited to Screening and Selection Committees and affiliated trainings. Prepares and delivers oral presentations related to assigned areas if needed.
12. Learns and applies emerging technologies and, as necessary, to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.
13. Performs other related or lower classification duties as assigned.

Other Duties:
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of:
1. Current theories, concepts, methods, and techniques of professional communication.
2. Principles and practices of writing in a variety of styles, including business, promotional, journalistic, and web.
3. Methods and practices applied in design and implementation of communications projects and programs.
4. Methods and techniques of modern photography, including lighting equipment, Photo editing software and photo and copy editing principles, and organization and maintenance of electronic photo archives.
5. Public/media relations and communication industry practices and trends.
6. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
6. Record-keeping principles and procedures.
7. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
8. English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
9. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, students, and College staff, including individuals of various ages, disabilities, various socioeconomic and ethnic groups.

Skills and Abilities:
1. Apply writing style and techniques appropriate for differing business and journalistic/public relations purposes and for a variety of internal and external audiences.
2. Develop compelling communications for a variety of publications and platforms, including print and Web.
3. Research, develop, proofread, and edit written materials accurately and concisely.
4. Interpret, explain, and ensure compliance with College policies and procedures, complex laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
5. Maintain accurate files, records, and archives.
6. Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
7. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
8. Understand scope of authority in making independent decisions.
9. Review situations accurately and determine appropriate course of action using judgment according to established policies and procedures.
10. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Minimum Qualifications/ Education & Experience:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in communications, journalism, public relations, public administration, or a related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in professional writing, public and media relations, and programs and projects similar to those administered by the College, which included responsibility for writing materials and designing graphic treatments.

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Working Environment:
Incumbents work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Incumbents may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures

Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; may be required to operate a motor vehicle to visit various District and meeting sites. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Incumbents in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Incumbents must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

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Special Notes:
Please note: A confirmation number will be assigned when your application packet indicates the supplemental questions have been answered and a document has been attached to each required link. Assistance with the online application process is available through Human Resources at 1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut, CA 91789-1399. Human Resources: (909) 274-4225. E-mail: employment@mtsac.edu.

DO NOT include photographs or any personal information (e.g. D.O.B, place of birth, etc.) on your application or supporting documents.

TRAVEL POLICY: Costs associated with travel in excess of 150 miles one way from residence for the purpose of an interview will be reimbursed up to a $500 maximum (per position recruitment). Relocation costs will be borne by the successful candidate. Travel reimbursement claims must be submitted no later than 30 days following the interview date.

Foreign Transcripts:
Foreign Transcripts: Transcripts issued outside the United States require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the filing deadline.

Inquiries/Contact:
Human Resources at 1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut, CA 91789-1399. Human Resources: (909) 274-4225. E-mail: employment@mtsac.edu.

Selection Procedure:
A committee will evaluate applications, taking into account breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. The screening committee reserves the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant of an interview.

Interviews may include a writing sample, committee presentation, and/or performance test. The start date will be following Board approval and receipt of live scan clearance.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
To be guaranteed consideration, it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials are received before the initial screening date and time indicated on the job posting. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. All application materials will become College property, will not be returned, and will not be copied. Please visit our employment website at http://hrjobs.mtsac.edu to complete and submit your application for this position.

Letters of Recommendation
Confidential letters of recommendation are not accepted for this position. All letters of recommendation must be uploaded to the application.

EEO Policy:
The College is an equal opportunity employer. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from ethnic and racial minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans. No person shall be denied employment because of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex (gender), age, sexual orientation, or the perception that a person has one or more of these characteristics.

Conflict of Interest:
Mt. San Antonio College employees and the Board of Trustees members shall not engage in any employment or activity that is inconsistent with, incompatible with, or in conflict with Mt. San Antonio College’s Administrative Procedures (AP 2710 Conflict of Interest, AP 2712 Conflict of Interest Codes).

Cancel RTF Policy:
We reserve the right to reopen, re-advertise, delay, or cancel filling this position.

To apply, visit https://hrjobs.mtsac.edu/postings/7013





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