FY27: Regions Support Team Leader

Job Description - FY27: Regions Support Team Leader (26005DN)

Job Description

FY27: Regions Support Team Leader

Job Specific Information: Love telling great stories? Join MCPS. Montgomery County Public Schools is looking for a talented storyteller, journalist and content creator to help shine a light on the incredible work happening in our schools every day. You''ll spend your time visiting schools, building relationships with principals and staff, capturing compelling photos and videos, writing stories, celebrating student and staff achievements, and sharing the moments that make public education special. If you''re curious, creative, thrive on deadlines, and believe every school has a story worth telling, this role is for you. The wage range for this position is between $120,412 and $171,348. Please upload a current resume and an interest letter. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Xwyi_JIdfkLq43bU4ct6ez8U3E2xauS3v2XSev33gds/edit?usp=sharing

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description:

Under the direction of the coordinator of multimedia services in the Division of Communications, the Regions Support Team Leader serves as the lead communications and engagement liaison for two MCPS regions, providing leadership and coordination of regional communications, engagement, and recognition activities. Works closely with schools, regional school directors, and the Coordinator of the Regions Support Team to develop, coordinate and implement regionwide communication strategies and priorities. Leads the development and coordination of communications, publications, digital messaging and engagement initiatives that support regional priorities and MCPS strategic objectives. Responsible for capturing, preparing and posting editorial content, producing stories, creating photos and videos, drafting community messages, supporting social media, and contributing to newsletters and website content. Provides on-the-ground support at engagement events, regional meetings, and school activities to strengthen two-way communication. Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 30 pounds to transport equipment necessary for the work. Special Requirements: Ability to maintain a flexible schedule to work evenings and weekends for community and school events. Work requires frequent travel between schools, attendance at evening events and the capacity to work under rapid deadlines.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge of communications principles, digital storytelling, and public engagement.Strong writing, editing, photography, and content creation skills.Ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and work independently.Ability to build strong relationships with principals, school staff, and regional offices.Understanding of social media best practices and online community engagement.Ability to support and help organize community meetings, recognitions, celebrations, information tables, and outreach events.Ability to synthesize complex information into clear public messaging.Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills.

Education Training Experience:

Bachelor?s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, education, or related field.Minimum of 5years of experience in communications, journalism, or community outreach.One year of experience in a leadership role (formal or informal).Bilingual (Spanish preferred) a benefit but not required.Experience with photography and digital/social media preferred.Valid driver?s license and ability to travel daily to schools and events.

Job

: Administrators

Job Grade: M

Organization

: Offices

Primary Location

: Rockville

Schedule

: Full-time | 1.000 (80 hours bi-weekly)

Working Months: 12

Shift

: Day Job

Job Posting

: Aug 6, 2026, 1:52:13 AM - Aug 14, 2026, 9:29:00 AM