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Public Information Assistant

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Full Remote
Salary: 
49 - 49K yearly
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field., Experience in public relations preferred., Valid New York State driver's license., Willingness to learn and adapt..

Key responsabilities:

  • Act as contact for school districts.
  • Implement strategic communications plan.
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Job description

Job Number

MM11262024

Application Deadline

2/1/2025

Position Title Public Information Assistant Required Application Type School Related Personnel Salary/Pay Scale $48,500/yr Job Description

The Center for Instruction, Technology & Innovation is the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) for Oswego County, NY. There are 37 BOCES in New York State that were established to provide cost-effective, shared educational programs and services to school districts. At CiTi, our mission is to Build Your Future! Our Keys to the CiTi drive our decision-making: Is this safe? Is this done with integrity? Is this kind? Is this helpful?

The CiTi Public Relations Department is a nationally award-winning team of creative storytellers who work to promote and publicize student learning. The department is comprised of three teams with home bases in Phoenix, Cato and Ithaca serving districts in the following Counties: Cayuga, Onondaga, Cortland, Madison, Oswego, Tompkins, Seneca, and Tioga. Our team members are passionate about communication, collaboration, and celebration. We are life-long learners constantly striving to better ourselves so that we can better support schools. If you are a creative individual who thrives in a flexible work environment and loves working with people, this could be the role for you.

CiTi PR Is Currently Seeking a Public Information Assistant Who Will Grow To Act As a Primary Contact For One Or Two School Districts Implementing a Strategic Communications Plan And Helping To Build The School’s Brand. Tactics You May Use To Implement School PR Strategy Are

  • Messaging, including crisis communications
  • Social media management
  • Photography of events
  • Story writing/press releases/publications
  • Videography
  • Website content management

Why join our team? You can make a difference in education with the support of 20 school public relations colleagues in the department and your closest team, a small group consisting of public relations specialists and graphic design specialists led by an assistant public relations coordinator. The three teams of the department are overseen by the public relations coordinator. You will collaborate with the creative professionals in your team, and the larger team, to support student learning. We may not be teaching students in a classroom, but we are helping students read.

Perks Of The Job Include

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Student loan reimbursement
  • Remote work
  • Flexible schedule
  • Retirement plan
  • Professional growth and learning opportunities.

Qualifications

Civil Service Title Public Information Assistant Job Qualifications

We understand that many candidates may not have all the forementioned skills, and we are proud to offer on-the-job training for all positions. The following characteristics are essential for being successful in this role:

  • Relationship-building
  • Customer service
  • Ability to adapt to a changing environment
  • Writing and problem solving skills
  • Ability to pitch ideas and push work through on your own initiative
  • A personal drive for continuous learning
  • Limited graphic design knowledge a plus
  • Possession of a valid New York State driver’s license
  • A bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or related field, OR a bachelor’s degree with one year experience, OR an associate’s degree with three years’ experience OR a high school diploma with six years’ experience. (If you do not meet these qualifications, inquire about our Public Relations Specialist Trainee position).

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Job Category Non-Instructional Job Location Multiple Locations

Additional Information

Required profile

Experience

Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Writing
  • Relationship Building
  • Problem Solving
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Communication

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