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Join Our Team at Tallahassee State CollegeProgram Outreach Specialist Opportunity
What You’ll Do
As a Program Outreach Specialist, you will assist with the coordination of outreach efforts and administration of program activities and oversight related to the furtherance of teen traffic safety awareness and education initiatives in Florida. Support the development and implementation of educational campaigns, partnerships, and materials that contribute to statewide efforts to reduce teen traffic-related injuries and fatalities.
Day-to-day, You'll Be Responsible For
We’re seeking a candidate who brings not only technical expertise but also a passion for education and student success. Our ideal candidate will have:
We offer more than just a competitive salary of $45,000.00 - $50,000.00. When you join the team at TSC, you’ll also enjoy:
A Little About Us
Established in 1966, Tallahassee State College is dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities for students from Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties, as well as from throughout the state, nation, and abroad. TSC offers a wide range of academic and workforce training programs, including associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and in-demand certifications. Consistently ranked as one of the top colleges in the nation, our vision is to be recognized as your College of Choice.
- This is a remote position**
What You’ll Do
As a Program Outreach Specialist, you will assist with the coordination of outreach efforts and administration of program activities and oversight related to the furtherance of teen traffic safety awareness and education initiatives in Florida. Support the development and implementation of educational campaigns, partnerships, and materials that contribute to statewide efforts to reduce teen traffic-related injuries and fatalities.
Day-to-day, You'll Be Responsible For
- Assist with the coordination of outreach efforts that promote active participation in the Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition (FTSDC), including ongoing communication with FTSDC members and support for engagement initiatives.
- Distribute teen traffic safety educational materials at events and assist with fulfilling requests received through the FTSDC website. Support ongoing collaboration with partner agencies that distribute educational materials during events, through FDOT subgrants, and via outreach methods such as the mailer campaign partnership with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV).
- Coordinate and manage the “Weeks of Awareness” traffic safety campaigns at high schools across Florida by contacting schools, identifying key decision-makers, explaining Coalition programs, and scheduling presentations with partner speakers based on availability.
- Make proactive phone calls and send targeted emails to build relationships and coordinate efforts with school staff, partners, and stakeholders.
- Create engaging social media and website content aligned with Coalition goals and traffic safety initiatives.
- Travel occasionally to attend Coalition meetings, school events, or traffic safety conferences.
- Provide general administrative support, such as preparing documents, maintaining records, and assisting with scheduling and logistics.
- Assist with the administration of subgrant-related program reporting, purchasing, receiving, and the overall procurement process.
- Track outreach and engagement metrics to evaluate effectiveness of outreach efforts and assist with preparing reports for internal and subgrant-related purposes.
We’re seeking a candidate who brings not only technical expertise but also a passion for education and student success. Our ideal candidate will have:
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university and two years of related experience.
- One of the two required years of experience in an educational or non-profit organization with a teen component is preferred.
We offer more than just a competitive salary of $45,000.00 - $50,000.00. When you join the team at TSC, you’ll also enjoy:
- Comprehensive State of Florida benefits, including retirement through the Florida Retirement System.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- A generous leave policy, including 11 federally paid holidays.
- Tuition waivers program for continuous learning.
- Free access to TSC athletics, fine arts, and performing arts events.
A Little About Us
Established in 1966, Tallahassee State College is dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities for students from Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties, as well as from throughout the state, nation, and abroad. TSC offers a wide range of academic and workforce training programs, including associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and in-demand certifications. Consistently ranked as one of the top colleges in the nation, our vision is to be recognized as your College of Choice.
Salary : $45,000 - $50,000
