Social Media Manager

Ncagr; North Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Ncagr is seeking a Social Media Manager in Wake County, NC to lead digital communications for agriculture and department initiatives. You will plan, create, and publish content across platforms, growing reach and engagement while supporting events like the State Fair.

The role requires crafting graphics/videos, writing in AP style, and coordinating multiple projects with strong attention to detail. Experience in agriculture communications is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience managing professional social media accounts and developing reach-optimizing strategies.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and Canva for content creation.
• Strong organizational skills; detail-oriented with multi-project management and Excel databases.
• Demonstrated ability to write about agriculture, food or public events in AP style.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop digital communications and social media content across platforms.
• Oversee content creation, planning, posting, and audience engagement.
• Create graphics and videos; assist with communications, events, and public inquiries.
• Support the NC State Fair and other departmental programs.

Skills

Social media strategy

AP style writing

Project management

Content planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, media journalism, English, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

Social Media Manager# State of North Carolina Careers## Social Media ManagerApply: Wake County, NC: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: End Date: November 13, 2026 (4 days left to apply): JR-127958**Agency**Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services**Division**Agriculture Consumer Service**Job Classification Title**Information & Communications Spec II (S)**Position Number**60011473**Grade**NC13**About Us**The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.**Description of Work**Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. Manage and develop digital communications and social media content for the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Oversee content creation, planning, and posting across multiple social media platforms to increase public awareness, educate and engage citizens, and highlight agriculture and departmental initiatives. Create graphics, videos, and other visual content; monitor audience engagement; and assist with communications, special events, and public inquiries, including the N.C. State Fair and other departmental programs. A written test will be given to candidates during the interview.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences** Recruitment Range: $50,088 - $87,654* Demonstrated experience managing professional social media accounts (i.e. Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, Tik-Tok) and developing strategies for optimizing reach, which includes developing comprehensive social media strategies and analyzing and measuring social media engagement.* Ability to use Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva to create and edit digital content.* Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented, manage multiple projects at one time, prioritize tasks effectively and maintain Excel databases.* Demonstrated ability to write according to correct English usage and Associated Press style and ability to edit and analyze information prepared by others.* Documented expertise in writing about agriculture, food or public events (examples include news releases, columns, speeches and blog posts).Click Here to Learn more about State Employee Benefits.**Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.** Please follow the instructions to apply online. **It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application.**Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22. All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position. \\* Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete. \\* Questions regarding this posting? Contact 919-707-3201. **Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, media journalism, English, or a related field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in communications, public relations, or publicity work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.**EEO Statement**The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.**Recruiter:**Lori Lynnette Reed**Recruiter Email:** **[e-mail]**