Reports To: Head of School Position Type: Full Time; Exempt
Bentley School is a K-12 co-educational, independent day school located on two campuses in Oakland (K-8) and Lafayette (9-12), California. Founded in 1920, Bentley School\'s legacy of excellence in teaching and learning maximizes student success in college and throughout their lives. Bentley is an inclusive community that shares a vision of academic achievement, balance, and the cultivation of character.
Position Summary In partnership with members of the Senior Administrative team and other colleagues, the Director of Communications is responsible for advancing the brand, mission, program, and goals of the school through both internal and external communications. The individual in this position is responsible for the School\xe2\x80\x99s strategic communications plan and oversees content creation and deployment across all of Bentley\xe2\x80\x99s channels (web, social media, photography and videography, PR/press releases, email and SMS, newsletters, and print publications). Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Communications will be a visible, collaborative community presence, forging relationships with faculty/staff, students, parents, alumni, and key volunteers that will facilitate an exchange of information across the community. They will partner effectively with other members of the Senior Administrative team.
The ideal candidate is a dynamic leader with excellent people skills. This person is an excellent writer, a strategic thinker, and a creative problem solver, who is also able to roll up their sleeves to get work done. The ability to listen and understand audience needs is critical. With qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to the school\xe2\x80\x99s mission, the Director is able to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
Work Schedule: This is a twelve (12) month position and exempt. The position requires occasional weekend and evening work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Strategize, create, and deploy all aspects of the School\xe2\x80\x99s electronic and print communications (internal and external), ensuring the continuity of the School\xe2\x80\x99s brand and message. Oversee the work of graphic designers and print vendors in the production of printed materials and web visuals across the School\xe2\x80\x99s departments and program areas.
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