Digital Content Specialist Jobs in Dallas, TX

Position Description:

Parish Episcopal School is seeking a Digital Content Manager to join a dedicated team. The Digital Content Manager works closely with the Director to develop the digital strategy, managing the development and implementation of the department's digital projects as well as serving as a point of contact for internal clients and external vendors. The Digital Content Manager collaborates with departments and teams to increase reach and engagement to further the School’s efforts in recruiting, retention and advancement of the School’s mission. This position calls for excellent verbal and written communication skills and presentation skills, attention to detail and time management, and ability to demonstrate proficiency with marketing platforms, social media management and project management.

Essential Functions:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Leads website design, implementation, and maintenance, including:
  • periodic redesign efforts (choosing vendor, collaborating with design team and key Parish stakeholders, community rollout, etc.)
  • managing rollover tasks each school year (content refreshes, data updates, etc.)
  • training content administrators from other departments
  • troubleshooting (including in support of “content administrators” from other departments) and integration with other related vendors as well as with vendor for larger scope technical issues
• An integral part of the storytelling team, collaborates with leaders and key stakeholders across campuses and the Parish community to develop and execute internal and external digital content to engage and inspire audiences, aligning with the School’s goals, as well as managing the School’s digital marketing and communication footprint, including:
  • managing official school social media handles/platforms as well as providing guidance for maintaining and monitoring faculty/staff, program and student-run/faculty-sponsored social media accounts
  • video (including live-streaming key events) and podcast production
  • managing social media and SEO/PPC campaigns and associated vendor relationships
  • managing traditional advertising creation
• Participate in professional development activities.
• Participate in cross-functional projects, including support of school portal resource boards.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of three to five years’ experience in a similar position preferred.

Job Knowledge:

• Knowledge of content management systems (CMS).
• Ability to shoot, edit and package video and podcast content.
• Understanding of search engine optimization (SEO) and pay per click (PPC).
• Understanding of Google Analytics with the ability to assess and use analysis to identify trends and opportunities to direct future strategy.
• Experience working collaboratively.
• Skills in technology and marketing, and familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud software applications.
• A team player with strong interpersonal skills to productively, professionally and empathetically communicate with students, parents, the entire school community and wide variety of school constituents.
• Demonstrates openness to feedback and effectively navigates complex interpersonal dynamics and challenging situations with professionalism and composure.
• An extremely well-organized, detail-oriented individual who has a high energy level together with an accompanying sense of urgency.
• Bright, hard-working, and enthusiastic with a serious commitment to excellence.
• Industrious, resourceful, independent-minded and determined, with a drive to achieve results.
• Ability to handle confidential material and situations with discretion and sensitivity.
• Well-developed interpersonal and collaboration skills to deal effectively with a wide range of school constituents.
• An accessible and approachable person with integrity, compassion and empathy who has an impeccable reputation, who honors commitments, and who deals with people in a straightforward and personal way.

Training and Specific Skills and Abilities:

• Show a demonstrated commitment to belonging and inclusion (e.g., familiarity with concepts; evidence of relevant personal growth; examples of relevant practice, etc.).
• Demonstrates dependability through consistent attendance, punctual arrival, and readiness to perform assigned duties according to the established work schedule.
• Be a motivated collaborator, possess a strong work ethic, and have a positive spirit.
• Promote the School’s mission statement and educational philosophy.

Training and Marginal Duties:

• Attends Department meetings.
• Attends School Functions as needed.
• Attends Chapel.
• Participate in all requisite School trainings.
• Attend required staff development, training sessions, and job-related professional development opportunities.
• Acknowledge receipt of the current Employee Handbook and are responsible for reviewing the contents and abiding by rules, policies and procedures stated in the Handbook or otherwise by the School.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Regularly works in standard office or classroom conditions and climate.
• Regularly uses close and distance vision, including working at a computer screen for extended periods of time; ability to observe students from various distances.
• Frequently required to move around the campus/office/classroom; works at a desk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally move items weighing up to 30 lbs. across the campus/classroom/office.
• Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with students, fellow staff and community members.

Limitations and Disclaimer:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. This job description reflects administration’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts administration’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

About Parish Episcopal School

Founded in 1972, Parish Episcopal School is a leading, co-educational (PreK – 12th grade) college preparatory independent school in Dallas, Texas, serving approximately 1220 students of all faiths. Inspired by its values of Wisdom, Honor and Service, the School’s inclusive Episcopal community guides young people to become creative learners and bold leaders prepared to impact our complex global society by realizing and fostering their passions in a warm, joyful and balanced learning environment, and engaging them in challenging core curriculum and strategic programs that develop and inspire.

Educational Purpose & Philosophy

We develop good human beings: prepared, passionate, principled.

• DEVELOP We are educators, mentors, coaches and guides – dedicated to developing the unique potential of every student on our care.
  
• GOOD HUMAN BEINGS At Parish, we aim to develop young people formed intellectually, emotionally, socially, physically, spiritually and morally.
  
• PREPARED Preparation is key to success in a complex and ever-changing world. At Parish, we equip students with the knowledge, skills and mindsets they’ll need to navigate life’s challenges and accomplish their goals and dreams.
  
• PASSIONATE Passion is fuel for a joyful life. At Parish, we help students uncover what excites and inspires them – so they feel more alive, more fulfilled and more excited about the future.
  
• PRINCIPLED Principles create the moral compass for life. Rooted in Wisdom, Honor and Service, Parish students strive not just to succeed, but to make a positive difference in the lives of others and the world around them.

For more information about Parish Episcopal School, visit www.parish.org.

The School believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. The School’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotion, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. All Employees are responsible for complying with the School’s equal employment opportunity policy.