5-7 years of experience in marketing, communications, or public relations, preferably in a school district
Strategic thinking skills relevant to educational settings
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
Proven ability to enhance public perception and brand awareness
Commitment to a long-term role in the position
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a cohesive branding strategy for the District
Increase public awareness of District programs and services
Advise the Superintendent on effective communication strategies
Manage public relations efforts to highlight District achievements
Coordinate events to engage the community and stakeholders
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with significant Board contributions
Free life insurance equal to base salary
Various retirement plan options
Board-paid Teacher Retirement System (TRS) contributions
Paid time off for work-life balance
$500 allocated for professional dues and memberships
Full Job Description
Position Type: Administration/Director
Date Posted: 10/8/2026
Location: West Chicago Elementary School District 33
Date Available: 07/01/2027
Closing Date: Open until Filled Position Goal: The Director/Assistant Director of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations is primarily responsible for building and communicating a unified brand for the District that highlights its positive accomplishments and its public perception. This position will support the District's strategic plan through increasing public awareness of issues, trends, and resources with regard to the District as well as raise public and employee awareness of events, programs, services and goals of the District. Additionally, the person in this position will provide leadership in advising and making recommendations of appropriate communication strategies to the Superintendent.
Position Qualifications In Addition to Those on the Job Description:
Marketing, Communications, and PR experience in a school district preferred
Ability to think strategically as it pertains to the position and district
Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Commitment to minimally 5 years in this position
Administrator Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Board paid 70% PPO and 80% HMO)
Free life insurance equal to base salary
Retirement plan options
Board Paid TRS
Paid Time Off
$500 towards professional dues/memberships
Work Schedule: 12 Months, Full Time
Starting Salary Range: $115,065-$144,596 + Board Paid TRS, based on experience (This position will be an Assistant Director or Director level, dependent on experience and education)
Attachment(s):
Director_Assistant Director of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations Job Description.pdf
