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Atlanta Technical College

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Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is seeking highly qualified applicants for its ATL Community Media Engagement Specialist / Driver (Part-Time) position in the Communications, Marketing, & Public Relations division. This position is located at Atlanta Tech's Main campus just south of Downtown Atlanta.    

Under the direct supervision of the Vice President of Communications, Marketing, & Public Relations, the ATL Community Media Engagement Specialist / Driver (Part-Time) position is responsible for increasing public awareness of ATL Community Media, promoting station services and programs, building relationships with community stakeholders, and expanding community participation in media, education, and storytelling initiatives. This position will operate the station's promotional minibus and represent ATL Community Media at community events, festivals, conferences, neighborhood meetings, schools, and public gatherings. This is a part-time position, up to twenty-nine (29) hours per week.

Duties and responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Serve as a public ambassador for ATL Community Media throughout Atlanta and surrounding communities.
• Drive and operate the station's promotional mini-bus for outreach activities, community events and public appearances.
• Represent ATL Community Media at festivals, community meetings, conferences, workshops, neighborhood events, school programs and public gatherings.
• Promote station programming, training opportunities, workshops, volunteer programs, and community access services.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations, neighborhood associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, business and government agencies.
• Identify opportunities to expand community participation and awareness of ATL Community Media's services and programs.
• Gather community feedback and share insights that support programming and outreach initiatives.
• Coordinate outreach activities and community engagement events.
• Set up, operate and break down outreach displays, information booths, promotional materials and event activations.
• Recruit community members interested in volunteering, training, content creation and community media opportunities.
• Maintain outreach schedules, event calendars and community engagement records.
• Track event attendance, outreach activities, community contacts and participation metrics.
• Maintain inventory of outreach supplies, promotional materials and event equipment.
• Assist with the development and implementation of outreach strategies and engagement; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of community outreach, engagement practices, and public relations
• Knowledge of marketing, promotional, and community communication practices
• Skill in public speaking, presentations, and communicating with diverse audiences
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective community and professional relationships
• Ability to safely operate and transport the station's promotional vehicle and outreach equipment.
• Strong organizational, time management, scheduling, and event coordination skills.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and priorities
• Skill in using Microsoft Office, social media, and digital communication tools
• Oral and written communication skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess and demonstrate a High School Diploma or equivalent AND a valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in good standing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference may be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess and demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated experience engaging with diverse communities and building positive relationships
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and occasional holidays based on event schedules.

*** May be required to work at other locations and other locations within the community. ***

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BACKGROUND SCREENINGS ARE CONDUCTED PRIOR TO SCREENING.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail.  All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for the next steps in the selection process.

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

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

As set forth in its student catalog, Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). For further information regarding these laws (Title VI and IX) contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Center, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu . To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment (Section 504/ADA), contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Atlanta Technical College, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu . Faculty and staff with questions about equity or reasonable accommodation should contact Georgina Dumay, Director, Human Resources, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 180A, Atlanta Technical College 1560 Metropolitan Pkwy. SW, Atlanta Georgia 30310. gdumay@atlantatech.edu .

Do not send résumés to any of the email addressed above, they will not be opened or reviewed.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.