Job Description:

• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type:

Full-time

Base Salary:

$56,166

Class/Calendar:

D61, 10.25 months

Benefits:

Sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

1% of the base salary granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

New Hire Education:

1% of the base salary awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary:

The Regional Engagement & Outreach Specialist serves as the primary communications and engagement liaison for an assigned feeder pattern. This position strengthens connections between schools, families, and the community by coordinating outreach, promoting positive stories, and supporting communication and engagement strategies. The specialist works closely with principals, district communications staff, and community partners to increase visibility, enhance family engagement, and ensure consistent, aligned messaging across the region and the district. The Regional Engagement & Outreach Specialist exemplifies the Portrait of a Graduate by modeling the essential skills and attitudes expected of Mesa Public Schools employees.

Key Responsibilities: 

Regional Communication & Engagement

• Serve as the lead communications and engagement representative for all schools within the assigned feeder pattern.
• Collaborate with principals to develop and implement school and feeder-level communication plans, ensuring alignment with district messaging.
• Support family engagement initiatives, including school events, community forums, volunteer programs, and parent outreach.
• Coordinate the Regional School Improvement Advisory Council (SIAC) to ensure effective community representation and input.

Enrollment & Outreach

• Support feeder-specific tours, step-up events, and open houses.
• Assist with neighborhood outreach to boost enrollment and family connections.
• Promote unique programs (STEM, magnet, Montessori, academies) within the feeder area.
• Help ensure a welcoming, customer-focused experience for families entering or transitioning within the district.
• Communications & Media
• Assist with emergency communications by ensuring feeder schools distribute district messaging quickly and accurately.
• Support the district’s media relations efforts by helping prepare principals, gathering facts, and facilitating local coverage.
• Capture and submit positive stories (photos, quotes, student highlights) from the feeder pattern for districtwide use.
• Manage localized social media content (or provide feeder-specific contributions for central district accounts).

Social Media & Digital Collaboration

• Contribute regional content and updates to district and feeder social media channels.
• Supervise or mentor high school social media interns, ensuring alignment with district brand and standards.
• Promote cross-platform visibility between schools, feeder regions, and district accounts.

Professional Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with the district communications team to ensure consistent messaging.
• Provide training and support to principals and office staff in basic communications tools (social media, newsletters, ParentSquare templates).
• Collect feedback from families and staff to improve feeder-specific communication and engagement strategies.
• Represent the district within their feeder pattern.
• Develops and implements streamlined processes to enhance efficiency, reduce redundancy, and improve service delivery.
• Designs and delivers professional learning for assigned staff and colleagues.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Integrates relevant technological tools and advancements to support staff and improve outcomes.
• Collaborates with administrators and staff to identify and implement improvements in operations and service effectiveness.
• Leads or participates in special projects and assignments as directed by district leadership.
• Facilitates development and alignment of the department’s vision and mission with district strategic priorities.
• Maintains positive and professional relationships with stakeholders, emphasizing high-quality customer service.
• Fosters a culture of continuous improvement using data-informed decision-making practices.
• Prioritizes and supports effective recruitment, development, and retention of staff.
• Applies change management strategies to lead and sustain department or district initiatives.
• Initiates, plans, and manages innovative programs or events that align with district and departmental goals.
• Monitors and ensures timely completion of projects and initiatives.
• Demonstrates accountability for student-centered outcomes and alignment with the goals of Mesa Public Schools.
• Performs additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Three or more years of experience in education, communications, community engagement, marketing or related work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, communications, public relations, marketing, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in education, leadership, administration, or a related field.
• Teaching experience at elementary and secondary levels.
• Experience leading or contributing to districtwide projects or initiatives.
• Valid Arizona Department of Education certificate.

Skills & Competencies:

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community.
• Strong writing, editing, and public communication skills.
• Ability to build trust and maintain strong relationships with principals, families, and community members.
• Knowledge of social media management, community engagement strategies, and event coordination.
• Understanding of PreK–12 education systems and school culture.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Technologically fluent with Microsoft, Google, and related platforms to support data-driven decision-making.
• Knowing relevant local, state, and federal laws, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Understanding organizational development and strategic planning principles.
• Keeping current and emerging technology tools applicable to the role.
• Demonstrating a high level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.
• Applying change management frameworks and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Designing and facilitating professional learning and staff development.
• Using data to inform decision-making and drive performance outcomes.
• Applying effective communication and stakeholder engagement across various audiences.
• Leading collaborative processes with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Fostering a student-centered and service-oriented culture.
• Demonstrating adaptability and openness to innovation and change.
• Having strong interpersonal presence and leadership influence.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods, use a computer, and operate office equipment.
• Occasional light lifting (up to 20 pounds), bending, and reaching.
• May require occasional travel between district locations or schools.
• Requires patience and the ability to manage potentially stressful situations.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

Position Type:Full-Time
Salary:$56,166 Per Year

Please apply here: https://mpsaz.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5503052

Apply by: Feb 10, 2026