Title: SCNP Communications and Marketing Specialist

State Role Title: Public Relations and Marketing Specialist III

Hiring Range: Up to $30/hr

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Ed Central Operations

Location: JAMES MONROE BUILDING

Agency Website: doe.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Education, Office of School and Community Nutrition Programs (VDOE-SCNP), is seeking a part-time qualified and experienced individual to assist with managing the Office’s social media platforms, communications, and website. Duties include, but are not limited to, being responsible for VDOE-SCNP social marketing, drafting promotional content and communications including the Office’s quarterly newsletter, and website content management and updates.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of public relations/communications techniques and principles.
• Knowledge of desktop publishing, website development and maintenance, database programs, and social media.
• Basic knowledge of school and community nutrition programs and the federal and state laws governing them.
• Knowledge of state agency function, school administration, state and local government procedures and policies.
• Excellent skills in written and oral communication. Organizational management and communication skills.
• Computer skills in data base management, spreadsheet applications, word processing, presentation software, internet, and web-based systems.
• Skills in photography techniques, photo editing, videoing, social media platforms.
• Ability to manage and monitor social media platforms, campaigns, and analytics.
• Ability to manage websites and create web content.
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively and competently manage multiple assignments simultaneously and meet critical deadlines.
• Demonstrate the ability to work and communicate effectively with a variety of individuals from a wide range of organizations and establish and maintain effective working relationships in a team environment.

Additional Considerations

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university; major in nutrition, food service, public health, education, marketing, or related field preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The position you are applying for is an Hourly/Wage position. Hourly (wage) employees may not work more than an average of 29 hours a week and cannot exceed 1500 hours the wage employment year (5/1 - 4/30). This position does not include health insurance, retirement or paid leave benefits.

A résumé will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire.

Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to prove their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs.cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process. For assistance call: (804) 225-2021, [TTY: 786-8389]

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and the VDOE that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. The Virginia Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.

Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Contact Information

Name: Lexi Tate

Phone: No phone calls please

Email: alexia.tate@doe.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.