Communications Spec 3 - Enterprise Learning.

This position is full-time with benefits and time-limited anticipated to extended to July 31, 2025. Hiring salary will be based on experience, credentials, internal pay equity, and statewide rules.)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

The Department of Administrative Services (DOAS) seeks a Communications Specialist 3 who, under broad supervision, will support and execute the department’s comprehensive communications, marketing and digital media strategy. Responsibilities will include supporting and executing the department’s internal and external communications programs and maintaining the department’s presence on the website, intranet, and social media channels.

The selected candidate will work under the supervision of the Director of Enterprise Learning to plan, develop and implement a communication or outreach program and / or public relations plan for an assigned department, unit, or function. May assist in managing projects / campaigns and program plans for social or community outreach. Develops communication materials and presentations.

Job Responsibilities :

ØConsults with agency business owners and content experts to develop an understanding of the DOAS mission, strategic plan, products, services, and ongoing projects. Makes recommendations for communications materials based on target audience, messages, timeline, etc.

ØAssists in developing correspondence, promotional communication materials, presentations, speeches, training, webinars, etc.

ØDevelops communication and marketing plans to meet the needs of a specific audience and program. Designs and coordinates printing, ordering, and distribution of marketing materials to implement communication and marketing plans.

ØManages and oversees formatting, production, and distribution of electronic newsletters (including DOAS Dispatch) using MailChimp. Manages and oversees the formatting, production and distribution of electronic newsletters (including DOAS Dispatch), using MailChimp.

ØManages and maintains content on the DOAS intranet site, Agency Resource Channel, and Team Georgia, utilizing Microsoft SharePoint and the external DOAS site on the Drupal platform.

ØMaintains DOAS social media channels and additional communications pieces (marketing materials, fact sheets, FAQs, talking points, etc.).

ØAssists with the graphic concept development, design, and production of marketing materials and logos for various programs.

ØBuilds and maintains relationships with internal and external partners; provides helpful, courteous, and knowledgeable service.

ØReply to inquiries from employees and vendors; research issues and respond, consulting with manager on resolutions.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

ØKnowledgeable of content and message development.

ØStrong writing, editing and proofreading skills.

ØStrong project management skills.

ØBasic analytic and problem-solving skills; Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

ØKnowledge of current communications, marketing, advertising, and public relations theories, practices, methods, and trends.

ØAbility to use software applications (SharePoint, MailChimp, Drupal, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.)

ØAbility to identify goals and measure to improve outreach

ØAbility to prepare materials for various mediums.

ØAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based work environment

ØKnowledge of emerging web and social media technologies and trends.

ØAbility to communicate effectively with targeted audience.

ØAbility to review documents for content, logic and grammar.

ØAbility to develop graphics, visuals, and print and electronic marketing materials.

ØKnowledge of basic graphic design techniques.

This position may require some travel.

Completion of a pre-employment background check is required .

DOAS participates in a hybrid work environment and

MINIMUM ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor's degree in communications or a related field from an accredited college or university AND Two years of communications or related experience

Five years of communications or related experience

One year of experience required at the lower level Communications Spec 2 (GSP041) or position equivalent.

• Knowledge of technical writing process and publication processes
• Experience in utilizing Adobe Create Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Three or more years of experience working in communications or a related field

Applications accepted at Team Georgia Careers

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

DOAS is an equal opportunity employer

High school diploma / GED and five (5) years of experience communications or job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Communications Spec 2 (GSP041).