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School District: State Education Resource Center
City, State Zip: Middletown, CT 06457
Telephone: None Specified
Position: All Other Positions
Subject Area: (none)
Deadline Date: 6 / 30 / 2008 **
Description:
Communication and Publications Specialist

This position is integral to the development, production, and dissemination of all written materials at SERC. Duties will include: writing, editing, and monitoring written materials based on established SERC style and specifications; identifying and studying target audiences and adapting materials accordingly; and providing training to SERC staff on writing/editing/publications. Key to this position is the examination of all SERC communication mechanisms and materials for appropriateness and impact with audiences who are racially, culturally, and linguistically diverse and persons with disabilities.

Candidates must have a Master's degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Publications, or a related discipline and three or more years of related experience. Experience in the field of education or social services is a plus but not required. Demonstrated experience in copy writing and editing as well as advanced computer skills are a must.

Applicants must have demonstrated:

Effectiveness in a collaborative, highly team-oriented environment yet possess initiative and self-motivation;
Ability to manage and supervise multiple priorities and projects independently or collaboratively in a high pressure, dead-line oriented environment;
Expertise in communicating through multiple mediums with people who are racially, culturally, and linguistically diverse and persons with disabilities;
Possess sound judgment and ability to problem solve independently, proactively, and collaboratively;
Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as communication technology skills;
Demonstrate creativity in project design, development, and production.

Submit letter of intent with resume to:

Personnel, SERC, 25 Industrial Park Road, Middletown, CT 06457
No phone calls please. SERC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.

** District reserves the right to close any Job Posting when a suitable applicant has been found before the deadline date.