Communications Specialist

Communications Specialist

San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District PIO - San Marcos, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job : 5888635

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: Communications Specialist Exemption Status: Exempt

Reports to
:
Chief Communications & Information Date Revised: January 2026

Technology Officer

Dept./School: Public Information Office

Primary

Purpose:

Promote positive public relations between the school district and community in cooperation with the Chief of Communications. Prepare and provide information to the public about the activities, goals, and policies of the school district. Distribute pertinent information about the district and its activities to employees.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, or related field, preferred.
• Excellent public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees, parents, or the public
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district
• Thorough knowledge of media relations and public relations functions
• Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and do word processing
• Familiar with Adobe Suite, Microsoft applications; plus able to adapt and learn new software, required
• Ability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and perform repairs to audio and video equipment
• Experience in communications includes digital photography, audio-visual equipment, computers, writing, desktop publishing, and public relations.

Experience/Other Requirements:

Experience in communications includes digital photography, audio-visual equipment, computers, writing, desktop publishing, and public relations.

Personal cell phones and vehicles are required to handle district-related business, including after-hours.

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Policies, Reports, and Law:

• Develop and publicize reports related to the performance of the district and articulate district goals and objectives.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

EQUIPMENT USED:

Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; video camera, digital camera, video software

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to prioritize and handle a variety of duties simultaneously; ability to maintain emotional control under stress: occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Repetitive hand motions; prolonged sitting and computer use; moderate lifting; work with frequent interruptions; may work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district-wide and statewide travel.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $57,384 Per Year

Job Categories:

Administration >
Public Affairs / Relations

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• SMCISD /Human Resources
• 1331 SH 123
• San Marcos, Texas 78666
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