Bilingual Communications and Media Relations Manager

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Openings as of 8/22/2026

Bilingual Communications and Media Relations Manager

• Date Posted: 8/21/2026
• Location:
  
  Instructional Support Center
• Date Available:
  
  09/21/2026

Job Code:
Bilingual Comm Med Rel Mgr - 030392

Standard

Hours:

40

Department:
Community & Media Relations - 282659

Empl Class: NA

Minimum Salary: $90,693.00/Annually

Maximum Salary: $/Annually

Scheduled Days: 245

Target Openings: 1

License and Certification

Qualifications:

• None Required

Education

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree communications, journalism, or related field Required

Experience

Qualifications:

• 5 years of related experience in public relations, marketing, or journalism, with documented experience in media relations and/or crisis communication Required

Skills

Qualifications:

• Fluency in Spanish (written and oral) is required.
• Excellent writing, editing, and professional composition skills in both English and Spanish, with a demonstrated ability to creatively write compelling news releases and feature stories.
• Superior command of grammar and spelling in both languages, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare complex materials and information for release to the news media (print, electronic, and digital).
• High comfort level conducting on-camera and on-air interviews with news organizations in English and Spanish.
• Experience in crisis management and engagement strategies.
• Ability to manage multiple high-pressure situations and handle multiple requests for information simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with others.

Primary Responsibilities:

Serve as a key member of the creative team to build support for the district's vision, mission, and goals and to promote a positive image of Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS), its programs, and local schools. Under the supervision of the Director of Communications and Media Relations, plan, organize, and implement marketing and public relations strategies and activities, with a primary focus on effectively and creatively writing for both internal and external audiences in English and Spanish.

Improve communication and outreach by supporting the establishment and maintenance of relationships with news media outlets, including Spanish-language media organizations. In this role, serve as the primary backup to the Director for Community and Media Relations, assisting in the management of media requests and ensuring the dissemination of accurate, timely, and consistent information regarding district policies, achievements, and critical issues to all stakeholders to ensure equitable access for the district's diverse community, Serve as a point of contact between Spanish-language news media outlets and the district to increase awareness of available programs and resources within the schools and the district for our families and community stakeholders.

• Creative Writing and Editorial Excellence (Bilingual)
  • Bilingual Storytelling and News Releases:
    Lead the research, reporting, and creative writing of high-impact feature stories and news releases in both English and Spanish to promote "good news" and system initiatives across the district.
  • Thought Leadership Writing:
    Serve as the primary writer for district thought leadership content, as needed, including speeches, remarks, opinion pieces, executive communications, talking points, and other materials that advance GCPS priorities and strengthen the district's voice and reputation.
  • Editorial Standards:
    Maintain the highest editorial standards, ensuring absolute accuracy in spelling, punctuation, and grammar, while strictly adhering to GCPS style and editorial policy in all written work.
  • Content Generation:
    Creatively brainstorm and develop new editorial and digital content projects in English and Spanish that enhance the district's reputation for quality.
  • Review and Feedback:
    Proofread and edit…