Program Specialist (State Based Exchange)

Insurance Department of the State of Georgia

Atlanta, GAFull-time$67K/yrPosted 1mo agoStill listed 2w ago

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Compensation
$67K/yr
Location
Atlanta, GA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Insurance Department of the State of Georgia is hiring a Program Specialist (State Based Exchange). The Program Specialist coordinates and supports initiatives that help entrepreneurs and small businesses grow, comply, and succeed, serving as the point of contact for Georgia Access for Business and building community relationships.

Key focus areas include Coordinate and support program initiatives for entrepreneurs and small businesses, Implement and manage training, outreach, and support components, and Develop and deliver educational workshops, webinars, and informational materials.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma/GED, 1 Year Prgm Consultant 1 (GSP090) Experience, and Combination Of Education And Professional Experience. Important skills include Coordinating Initiatives, Supporting Initiatives, Promoting Georgia Access For Business, Building Community Relationships, Implementing Program Components, and Managing Program Components. Preferred (not required): Promoting Georgia Access For Business (GAFB), Building Relationships, Developing Business Resources, and Staying Informed Of Trends In Small Business Development.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Coordinating InitiativesSupporting InitiativesPromoting Georgia Access for BusinessBuilding Community RelationshipsImplementing Program ComponentsManaging Program ComponentsTrainingOutreachDeveloping Educational WorkshopsDelivering Educational WorkshopsDeveloping WebinarsDelivering WebinarsDeveloping Informational MaterialsDelivering Informational MaterialsCollaborating With Internal UnitsCoordinating ResourcesTracking Program ParticipationTracking OutcomesTracking Performance MetricsEvaluating EffectivenessRecommending ImprovementsAssisting in Developing Business ResourcesMaintaining Business ResourcesPreparing ReportsPreparing PresentationsStaying Informed of Small Business Development TrendsStaying Informed of Entrepreneurship TrendsStaying Informed of Regulatory RequirementsRepresenting the Agency at Community EventsBuilding RelationshipsDeveloping Business ResourcesStaying Informed of Trends in Small Business DevelopmentStaying Informed of State and Local Regulatory RequirementsRepresenting the Agency at Business ExposRepresenting the Agency at Stakeholder Meetings

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED1 Year of Experience at Lower Level Prgm Consultant 1 (GSP090)Combination of Education and Professional Experience

Full job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!

We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title:

Program Specialist (State Based Exchange) Job Requisition ID:

JR0000001218 Number of Openings:

1 Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America) Compensation Details:

$67,000.00

Job Description:

Under supervision, the Program Specialist is responsible for coordinating and supporting initiatives designed to assist entrepreneurs and small businesses in achieving growth, compliance, and long-term success. This role serves as the point of contact for promoting Georgia Access for Business (GAFB) and building relationships within the community.

Implement and manage components of the department’s program, including training, outreach, and support activities for business owners and entrepreneurs.

Develop and deliver educational workshops, webinars, and informational materials.

Collaborate with internal units and agency departments to coordinate resources and services.

Conduct outreach to underserved or emerging business communities to increase awareness of available support programs.

Track program participation, outcomes, and performance metrics to evaluate effectiveness and recommend improvements.

Attend regional outreach events, including in-person engagements such as informational sessions, employer meetings, and agent training.

Assist in developing and maintaining business resources, toolkits, and guides.

Prepare reports, presentations, and success stories highlighting program impact and participant achievements.

Stay informed of trends in small business development, entrepreneurship, and state and local regulatory requirements.

Represent the agency at community events, business expos, and stakeholder meetings.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Prgm Consultant 1 (GSP090) or any other combination of education and professional experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the job.

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.

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