Under the direction of the Director of Admissions and Communications, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to build effective communication, enhance relationships, and ensure high-quality customer service to achieve JCHS’s communications goals and objectives.
How to Apply: https://www.johncarrollhigh.com/about/employment-opportunities.cfm
Essential Job Duties / Functions:
- Assist with developing and implementing a public relations and communications plan to promote JCHS. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- School Website
- Maintain and post updates on the school’s website.
- Maintain the Niche profile.
- Weekly E- News
- Manage, create and send the school’s weekly e-newsletter
- Coordinate with administrative team members to gather and update info each week. Update and maintain email database.
- Social Media Accounts
- Develop a social media/communication calendar for the school year each July.
- Create and post content on main social media accounts using digital strategy and best practices.
- Maintain statistics related to social media engagement.
- Generate a minimum of 20 monthly posts on primary social media platforms.
- Create daily reels/stories for social media.
- Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and mentions in a timely and professional manner.
- Manage and control access to social media accounts obtain and track Social Media Administrator Agreements.
- Stay updated on social media trends, tools, and best practices to optimize engagement and reach.
- JC APP
- Updates: Review and update the features in January and July of each year to enhance the user experience.
- Performance: Monitor the app’s performance to identify and resolve any issues that could impact user experience.
- Membership: Renew the membership in the Apple Developer Program.
- Graphic Design
- Ensure all JCHS branding standards are met and provide graphic design services to faculty and staff. This does not include the advancement department.
- Promote the school and communicate using various print and digital channels.
- Create content and publish in feeder parish bulletins.
- Create and publish press releases.
- Assist with creating and responding to media inquiries.
- Provide support and assist with the planning and implementation of events:
- Back to School Night
- Annual Open House
- Partner School Field Trips
- Partner School Back-to-School Nights
- Parish Visits & Events
- Campus Visits / Tours
- Admissions Administrative Support
- With the Director of Admission and Communications, serve as a test proctor for the HSPT at a partner school and assist with planning.
- Update communication templates in FACTS SIS annually.
- Monitor new student inquiries and communicate and provide support as needed.
- Manage Ram for a Day program.
- Assemble applicant files.
- Assemble folders for campus visits and marketing materials.
- Liaison for new transfer students and families.
- Commit to continuous improvement by keeping abreast of current developments in Catholic education and marketing strategies through professional development, research, and Diocesean training.
- As needed, assist the Director of Finance and Principal with hiring and general HR paperwork
- Assist with managing the school’s VIRTUS account
Additional Job-Related Expectations and Duties:
- Attend daily chapel and school Masses, Baccalaureate Mass, and Graduation.
- Attend Diocesan Professional Days.
- Give advance notification and keep your supervisor apprised of off-campus school-related appointments.
- Other school-related responsibilities as determined by the Director of Admissions & Communications.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree.
- Proficient in Canva, Mail Chimp, Google, Microsoft Office programs, Adobe InDesign, and other graphic design programs.
- Ability to be self-managed, identify and reach objectives independently, and make responsible judgment calls with minimal supervision.
- A self-starter with a growth mindset, open to change and continuous improvement.
- Excellent and professional interpersonal skills and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work effectively with school employees, parish personnel, coaches, parents, representatives of other agencies, and the general public
- Ability to multi-task, strong organizational skills and capable of multitasking
- Ability to use office equipment (fax, computer, copier, iPad, etc.)
Physical Requirements
- Occasional light lifting and carrying of under 15 pounds
- Occasional moderate carrying and lifting of 15 – 44 pounds
- Frequent use of both hands and fingers (i.e. typing)
- Frequent extended periods of sitting
- Occasional periods of standing, kneeling and climbing
- Occasional ability of minimal hearing (i.e. loud noises, sirens) and routine hearing (i.e. listening to others in conversation)
- Frequent time spent working closely with others
The above is intended to describe the general context of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
