director, elementary education
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Director, Communications
Posted on April 17, 2024
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School District #36 (Surrey)
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The Surrey School District respectfully acknowledges that our schools reside on the traditional, unceded, and shared territories of Coast Salish peoples: The q? c?? y? - Katzie, the q'wa:n??'?n? - Kwantlen and the SEMYOME - Semiahmoo First Nations, who have been stewards of this land since time immemorial. <p>Surrey Schools is the largest BC school district and the second-largest employer in Surrey. We're proud recipients of BC Top Employers and Canada's Greenest Employer awards. Surrey Schools provides quality education to over 82,000 students with 124 schools sites and a variety of other learning facilities, offering a broad range of innovative programs and services to support the learning of our students. The Surrey School District team of approximately 13,000 employees works tirelessly every day to ensure that children are getting the best start they can, providing the preparation to be our leaders of tomorrow. <p>Our Commitment:<p>Providing quality education extends beyond academic excellence; we are committed to creating and cultivating diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free environments for all applicants, employees, students, and their families.<p>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion & Values:<p>Our identity, as Surrey Schools, is expressed in the shared values of openness, fairness and tolerance and recognizes the importance of diversity of identity and thought. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to removing barriers and creating a workplace where everyone, regardless of their background, feels empowered to contribute their best.<p>Join us in our mission to provide the best start for children, preparing them to be the leaders of tomorrow. If you are passionate about education, diversity, and making a positive impact, we invite you to explore opportunities with Surrey Schools.<p>Job Summary<p> Reporting to the Superintendent/CEO, the Director, Communications is responsible for internal and external communications, branding, public engagement, and issues management. The Director leads the Communications team and the development and implementation of the school districts strategic communications plan. The Director provides strategic advice to the Board of Education and Executive Committee, and is the chief spokesperson for the school district on day to day issues.Key Responsibilities: Lead media relations and issues management and provide strategic advice and guidance to Trustees and the Executive team on strategy, responses, tactics and best practices to ensure effective stewardship of the school districts brand.<p> Provide leadership and direction to the Communications team, including goal-setting, coaching, development, and performance management. Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages teamwork and professional growth. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the department. <p> Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive external communication strategies and initiatives to effectively reach target audiences and enhance engagement. Conduct surveys, focus groups, and interviews to gather qualitative feedback. <p> Engage with government (municipal, provincial and federal), media outlets, DPAC, unions, Indigenous leaders, Fraser Health, partner agencies, and other external entities to facilitate information sharing, coordinate communication efforts, and advance the school districts interests and priorities. <p> Serve as the organizations primary media contact and spokesperson. Prepare district publications and news releases, manage requests for information. <p> Oversee the organization's online presence, including website content, social media channels, and digital marketing campaigns.<p> Advise leaders on internal communications strategies that foster transparent, engaging dialogue and alignme
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LocationSurrey, BC
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
ApplyToEducation
#2766940
Advertised until
2024-06-16
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