Jobs in Monterey Park, CA

About the role

As a Senior Communications Specialist on the Bond Program & Community Economic Development team, you will be the voice and bridge between the Program Management Office (PMO), District staff, college teams, and our broader community. You will inform, inspire, and build understanding through transparent, well-crafted messaging. You will lead internal communications, drive awareness of program milestones, support safety messaging, and help make our BuildLACCD Internship & economic development efforts shine.

What you'll bring

• 6-10 years of experience designing and executing communications strategies for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated strength writing clearly and concisely—across newsletters, alerts, reports, presentations, etc.
• Experience organizing and leading large meetings: arranging speakers, developing support materials, managing logistics.
• Proficiency with communication tools/software, and basic design tools (e.g. PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite or equivalents) to develop, format, and disseminate content.
• Ability to craft communication strategies that build internal culture and improve transparency and flow of information within a large bond or capital‐projects program.
• Strong interpersonal skills: able to communicate professionally, sensitively, and diplomatically with internal stakeholders (staff, leadership, colleges) and external audiences (students, community, vendors).
• Capable of performing under pressure, managing competing deadlines, and adhering to District policies and protocols.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Sociology, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master’s degree in Communications, Sociology, Business Administration, or related field.
• Prior experience working in higher education or District/government settings.

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