Interim Communications Associate

About the role

Central Catholic High School is seeking a part-time Interim Communications Associate to support the Marketing & Communications Department through June 2027. This role will assist with content creation, publications, school communications, and storytelling efforts that promote the mission, accomplishments, and community of Central Catholic High School. This position reports to the Director of Strategic Communications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Managing Editor of the Emblem, the school's annual alumni magazine.
• Research, write, edit, and coordinate news stories and feature articles.
• Support communications for Advancement, Alumni, Admissions, and Enrollment initiatives.
• Create emails, newsletters, announcements, and other school communications.
• Assist with communications related to fundraising, alumni relations, admissions, and special events.
• Draft press releases and support media outreach efforts.
• Collaborate on marketing and branding projects.
• Provide communications support to various departments across the school.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and storytelling skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to brand consistency.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with email marketing platforms, websites, and digital communication tools.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in education, nonprofit, advancement, alumni relations, or other mission-driven organizations.
• Experience managing publications or magazines.
• Experience with media relations and press releases.
• Familiarity with fundraising, admissions, or community engagement communications.
• Experience with Blackbaud, Raiser’s Edge, or Finalsite preferred.

About the ideal candidate

The ideal candidate is a creative, organized, and strategic communicator who can effectively manage multiple projects while creating compelling content that engages students, families, alumni, donors, and the broader Central Catholic community.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $28.00 – $32.00 per hour (based on education and experience).

Schedule

Part-time, 24 hours per week, onsite with flexible scheduling.