Job Description
Media Relations Specialist, Office of Communications
Please use the following link to apply and submit required documents for this position: https://apply.dadeschools.net/job-invite/9598/
OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY
Responsible for assisting in the development, implementation and operation of comprehensive programs to market and provide information to various audiences about Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS). Position requires a high degree of communication, organization, marketing, public relations, desktop publishing, multimedia production and online skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
1. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
2. Minimum of three (3) years experience as a professional in public relations, advertising, marketing, journalism, radio and/or television or related field.
3. Extensive experience as a writer, editor and/or designer of print, broadcast and online media, to include experience in marketing and advertising. Experience in planning and implementing promotional events and substantial experience with the Internet.
4. Candidate must provide portfolio of work for review during the selection process.
5. Bilingual in English/Haitian Creole or English/Spanish preferred.
6. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written forms.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
1. Supports the development and implementation of M-DCPS news, public information, and marketing programs as well as specific promotional and informational projects, as required.
2. Coordinates the production of school District publications, including newsletters, reports, brochures, advertisements, posters; writes and/or edits copies for a variety of communication vehicles including news releases, speeches, scripts, advertising/internet copies, public service announcements, video presentations, audio programs, podcasts, correspondence and memoranda.
3. Develops and maintains the office website; promotes M-DCPS through appropriate web links.
4. Coordinates the timely and efficient dissemination of news and other information through the online media and host radio programs and podcasts.
5. Assists in the planning and execution of press conferences and informational campaigns: maintains contact with electronic print and online media public service and program directors, editors and reporters, as well as corporate partners.
6. Manages marketing campaigns, from research and planning execution and post-assessment.
7. Assists media with the telling of stories as it pertains to District-wide events.
8. Performs other duties related to the general administrative responsibilities of the position.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This work requires the following physical activities: sitting, mobility, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. The work is performed primarily indoors.
The APPLICATION DEADLINE is Friday, August 28, 2026
Please attach:
• UPDATED RESUME and
• TWO PROFESSIONAL LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION (signed or electronic signature and dated within the past 12 months) to your online candidate profile.
Questions should be addressed to Mr. Jorge Rubio, District Director, at 305-995-7196 or by via email at jrubio@dadeschools.net
or contact us at: https://opportunities.dadeschools.net/#!/fullWidth/11106
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