Job Description: Communications Assistant
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Development
Reports to: Director of Communications
Summary Description
The Communications Assistant reports to the Director of Communications. As part of The Pine School’s broader Advancement team, the Communications Assistant will support the Communications office by aligning the PINE’s core identity and brand positioning through communication strategies and programs that will enhance the School’s brand reputation, drive the institution’s growth, and improve constituency experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Engage with the school community in order to develop compelling communications on academics, admissions, arts, student life, and athletics.
- Organize content, design, and edit The Knightly News (PINE’s weekly newsletter) to the community, meeting required deadlines for timely distribution.
- Photograph and create communications about relevant events, classroom activities, field trips and other school initiatives as assigned.
- Manage posts for social media channels (primarily Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn).
- Assist in the editorial direction, design, production, and distribution of all print, video, digital, and social media content.
Qualification Requirements
- Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent work experience.
- Able to work with schedule flexibility to cover a range of school activities which can sometimes be in the mornings, evenings, and occasionally on weekends.
- A mission-driven individual with an understanding of branding, communications, and social media; public relations experience is a plus.
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage and collaborate on multiple projects involving differing constituencies.
- Digitally savvy with strong design aesthetic and graphic design skills, and a working knowledge of Google Suite, Adobe Suite, Canva, website CMSs, and social media platforms.
- Strong interpersonal skills to engage various constituencies in the school community.
- Ability to take photography and edit and produce video.
- Ability to multitask, manage and prioritize competing demands.
- Experience in social media strategy development and deployment.
- Experience working at Independent Schools preferred.
- Must be energetic, reliable, integrity-driven, and have strong communication skills to ensure effective, positive interactions with staff, parents, and children.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Prolonged periods standing.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Mission Statement
The Pine School is an independent college preparatory school educating students in Kindergarten through 12th Grade. We promote academic, artistic and athletic excellence in a close-knit learning environment that extends from the classroom to our expansive natural campus and beyond. Our challenging curriculum cultivates intellectual curiosity and honors each student’s voice as we strive for inclusivity. From a strong sense of community and connection, The Pine School students become inspired and prepared to navigate a complex and changing world.
Statement of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access
We at The Pine School are committed to continuous growth by examining and learning from diverse perspectives as an active, necessary pursuit. We encourage the respectful expression of different life experiences, thoughts, and opinions and cultivate an atmosphere in which thoughtful dialogue can flourish. We recognize and appreciate all abilities, colors, family structures, gender identities, national or ethnic origins, races.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Pine School is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment. It is Pine’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities and administer terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Skills Required
- Associate or bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
- Schedule flexibility for morning, evening, and occasional weekend activities
- Understanding of branding, communications, and social media
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects
- Ability to collaborate with multiple constituencies
- Working knowledge of Google Suite, Adobe Suite, Canva, website CMSs, and social media platforms
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Graphic design skills and strong design aesthetic
- Ability to take photographs and edit and produce video
- Experience developing and deploying social media strategy
- Experience working at independent schools
- Ability to multitask, manage, and prioritize competing demands
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds
What We Do
The Pine School is an independent, college preparatory day school serving students from Kindergarten through 12th Grade, promoting academic excellence and developing mind, body, and spirit.
