School Nutrition Marketing and Communication Program Manager

Additional Information

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• Requisition ID: ADM0J33
• Number of Openings: 1
• Advertised Salary: Comm. with Experience
• Shift: Day Job

Job Summary

The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) is recruiting for an experienced Marketing and Communications Program Manager. Under limited supervision, manages and coordinates statewide accountability activities for the School Nutrition Division supporting marketing and communications. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Establish communication program priorities by conducting reviews and needs assessment(s) of the state agency, local school systems, and non-traditional schools that identify gaps and include analyzed data collected through program evaluation
• Develop and implement an annual plan of work for the Communication team consistent with the School Nutrition Division strategic plan, operational plan, training calendar, state performance expectations, and budget limitations
• Recommend statewide policy and communication regarding the school nutrition program's regulatory issues; evaluating the effectiveness of program communication efforts and analyzing evaluation results; and following up on communication gaps
• Direct the design, formatting, and delivery of website, resources, templates, and training content to maximize the purpose and messaging of the School Nutrition Division for state and local program staff, administrators, and others involved in the administration and operation of the program
• Facilitate an effective system of communication; advancing regulatory compliance and program enhancement among local and state program personnel related to areas of responsibility
• Supervise and developing the assigned staff that oversee the social media platforms, website content, podcast, graphic, and resource development to maintain effective and aligned program messaging
• Analyze pertinent issues and initiating innovative projects that result in program communication improvement, and effectively supervise the assigned staff
• Support program communication efforts through a variety of media platforms and for a variety of audiences
• Foster communication efforts with external partners and other state agency divisions and offices

Note: Statewide travel and a home office are required

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess one or more of the following:

• Strong video and social media experience with pre-production planning and post-production, including filming, editing, and uploading to a variety of platforms
• Proficiency with CANVA and ADOBE Creative Cloud, specifically Premier Pro, Audition, and Photoshop
• Video podcast production experience
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, One Drive, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams
• School Nutrition Specialist Certification
• Experience with the development of print resources
• Experience with the development and delivery of training and technical assistance
• Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills
• Excellent writing and communication skills

Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established. Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications may be forwarded to the hiring manager to be considered. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews.

It is the policy of the Georgia Department of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or age in its employment practices. The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and each associated State School is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify. The GaDOE utilizes the program to verify employment eligibility of individuals hired on or after July 1, 2007.

Bachelor's degree in operations management, business administration, or a related field which includes four (4) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or eight (8) years of related professional experience which includes four (4) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or four (4) years of experience required at the lower level Mgr 2, Business Ops (GSM011) or position equivalent. Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.