Workforce Development Communications Director
Technical College System of Georgia
Office of Workforce Development
Entry Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Location: Atlanta, GA
The position is open to all applicants that meet the minimum qualifications below.
The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) is seeking highly qualified applicants for their full-time Communications Director position in the Office of Workforce Development, Title I Programming. This position is located at the TCSG System Office 1800 Century Place, Atlanta, GA.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensures the development, planning, evaluation and management of marketing and communications programs, initiatives, and associated budgets to meet the needs of
- Develops presentations for workforce staff and written content for various collateral.
- Assists with writing publication pieces such as press releases and crafting the division’s overall message.
- In consultation with internal partners, communicates with the media and handles public relations matters pertaining to the Workforce Division and associated entities.
- Manages the day-to-day operations of the Communications Department through strategic planning and staff operations.
- Interacts and collaborates with peers, the State Board, Local Workforce Development Areas, community, business and educational leaders, and workforce stakeholders.
- Conducts regular evaluations of services provided and initiates adjustments as needed.
- Plans, organizes, and manages special projects for the Deputy Commissioner or Executive Director.
- Serves as a representative of WorkSource Georgia in various internal and external meetings.
- Develops brand management strategies.
- Responsible for the promotion of OWD events and outreach strategies for business services activities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Journalism, English or other related field *and* Five years’ experience in public relations and brand management
- Two years’ experience supervision professional-level staff
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Five years’ experience supervising professional level staff.
- Master’s degree in marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or another related field
- Accreditation in Public Relations (APR).
- Experience in government/workforce development.
- Experience in Adobe Creative Cloud and Meltwater.
- Experience and confidence in public speaking.
- Demonstrated experience in writing and content development.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
- Skills in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
- Ability to produce and conduct presentations in large or small group settings.
- Decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Supervisory skills.
- Skill in the operations of Microsoft Office Suite and on-line communications-based platforms
- Oral and written communication skills
HOW TO APPLY
Interested parties should apply at Team Georgia Careers, Team Georgia Careers Website
Applications will be accepted until the position is filed. Due to an anticipated large volume of applications, only those who receive an interview will be notified of the status of the position.
It shall be a condition of employment to submit to a background investigation. Offers of employment shall be conditional pending the result of the background investigation.
Federal Law requires ID and eligibility verification prior to employment.
All male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are ages 18 through 25, are required to register for the military draft and must present proof of Selective Service Registration upon employment.
Applicants who need special assistance may request assistance by phoning (404) 679-7974.
The Technical College System of Georgia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).
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