POSITION:           Multimedia Specialist Apprentice

LOCATION:           Calvert County Public Schools, Office of Communications, Administrative Services

                             Building located at 1305 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

POSITION SUMMARY:  Individuals participating in the CCPS Office of Communications apprenticeship program are provided with an opportunity to gain important job skills, explore a career path in the communications field, and obtain professional experience to help build portfolio.

REPORTS TO:  Chief of Communications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Preferred focus on multimedia, marketing, communications, photography, journalism, and/or related coursework.
2. Approval to participate in the Maryland Apprenticeship Program offered by CCPS.
3. Must be a current Calvert County Public Schools Student, minimum age 16.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

1. Effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
2. Excellent customer service skills.
3. Ability to work independently and on a team.
4. Experience using design and video editing software such as Adobe Creative Suite and Canva.
5. Intermediate proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
6. Experience with posting on social media platforms.
7. Familiarity with DSRL cameras.
8. Must have driver’s license and reliable transportation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Tasks may include the following:

1. Create materials such as publications, flyers, and other materials.
2. Pitch and craft stories that highlight CCPS students and staff.
3. Assist with CCPS Office of Communications events.
4. Take photographs and video at CCPS assigned events.
5. Support social media content creation to include copy, graphics, and video.
6. Edit video highlights and upload to District YouTube Channel.

OTHER DUTIES: Some evenings and weekend work may be necessary to cover events and activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Position may require periods of standing and walking, lifting up to 25 pounds, and occasional outdoor work. At least 50% of work hours, the individual will be working indoors at computer desk located in office environment. Some occasional travel within Calvert County.

UNUSUAL DEMANDS: n/a

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Participation in CCPS Apprenticeship program required.
2. Salary $15.00 per hour.
3. Flexible hours dependent upon assignments and course schedule.
4. Duration: January 2024 – June 2024 (could extend through August)

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policy on evaluation as established by the Calvert County Public Schools.

EFFECTIVE DATE OF POSITION:

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  This posting will remain open until filled.

All applicants please apply through the applicant tracking system located on the Calvert County Public Schools’ website – www.calvertnet.k12.md.us.

References must be directly related to education experience and must include immediate supervisor.

Prior to the filling of any vacancy, permanent employees who have requested a transfer in a timely manner shall be afforded an opportunity meet with the supervisor of the position for which the vacancy exists.

State law requires that anyone hired after October 1, 1986, who will have contact with school children, must be fingerprinted and submit to a criminal background investigation. Federal law requires that a new employee must complete the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) in person before beginning employment. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a drug screen. Current employees of the Calvert County Public Schools are exempt from these requirements.

HOUSE BILL 486 – CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE AND SEXUAL MISCONDUCT PREVENTION STATEMENT

Pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland - House Bill 486 - Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention, all applicants are required to report all former employment where direct contact with minors may have occurred. The applicant must submit the contact information of the current employer, all former school employers, and all former employers not school related. Applicants should also include contact information for organizations where the applicant has volunteered, coached, mentored, tutored or otherwise had direct contact with minors.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Calvert County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry or national origin, familial status, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or genetic information or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Student Services
• Director of Human Resources
  443-550-8000

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at:  https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.

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Anti-sexual, Anti-racial and Anti-disability Harassment Statement
Discrimination can manifest itself in behaviors such as bullying, harassment, or intimidation of individuals.

Calvert County Public Schools does not tolerate any form of harassment including, but not limited to, sexual, racial, or disability. Any individual (student, employee, or community member) who believes that he or she has been subjected to any form of harassment is encouraged to report the allegation of harassment.

Students, parents and community members may report allegations of harassment to:

Mrs. Cecelia Lewis

Director of Student Services

Calvert County Public Schools

1305 Dares Beach Road

Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Employees may report allegations of harassment to:

Mr. Zachary Seawell

Director of Human Resources

Calvert County Public Schools

1305 Dares Beach Road

Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Calvert County Public Schools is committed to conducting a prompt investigation for any allegation of harassment. If harassment has occurred, the individual will be disciplined promptly. Disciplinary actions for students found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or expulsion. Disciplinary actions for employees found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or termination.

Calvert County Public Schools encourages all students, parents, employees, and community members to work together to prevent any form of harassment.

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at:  https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.