{"id":22375,"date":"2026-06-01T21:56:50","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T21:56:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/special-projects-manager\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T08:22:31","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T12:22:31","slug":"special-projects-manager","status":"publish","type":"ch_job","link":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/special-projects-manager\/","title":{"rendered":"Special Projects Manager"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Department:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Road and Bridge<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Position Control Number:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 0200-132<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>FLSA Status:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Safety Sensitive Designation:\u00a0 \u00a0 This position is designated as safety-sensitive.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Random Drug\/Alcohol Test:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Yes<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Opening Date:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0May 30, 2026\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Closing Date:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 June 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive.\u00a0 It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job.\u00a0 The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.\u00a0 Nothing in this job description restricts management\u2019s right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time.\u00a0 Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress.\u00a0 Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent\/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).\u00a0 Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent\/applicant only to the extent medically<\/p>\n<p>and reasonably feasible.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>An Equal Opportunity Employer<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the preparation and dissemination of information regarding Road and Bridge services and programs to the public; implementation of communication strategies through the use of social media.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0* Develops and coordinates departmental events such as Winter Market and Litter Fighter for Road and Bridge and other Public Works Departments as needed.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0* Develops strategies to inform the community of Road and Bridge services and projects including publications, brochures, press releases, etc.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0* Researches and recommends new growth for social media communications to effectively reach news media, external audiences, and other key constituencies in the promotion of Pulaski County services.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0* Develops social media content and campaigns to enhance the public response to Pulaski County&#8217;s social media outreach.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0* Manages the website communication concerning Pulaski County news and events; ensures the timely and accurate provision of information.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0* Coordinates web projects across Pulaski County departments.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0* Incorporates new uses of social media into Pulaski County\/departmental communications and community outreach.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0* Captures and analyzes data measuring public use of social media; recommends new strategies for communication techniques.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0* Conducts public awareness presentations to increase public awareness and interest in Road and Bridge programs, events, and activities.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0* Maintains social media presence with regular updates on Facebook and other social media sites to communicate Road and Bridge and Pulaski County activities.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0* Takes photographs of Road and Bridge activities to post on social media sites; provides support for County projects; 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