Advertising Manager Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Our Georgia Interstate Logos office in Norcross, GA is now hiring an Operations Manager I  to organize and oversee field operations tasks related to the Interstate Logo signing and TODS (Tourist-oriented directional signing) and Agritourism programs. This first line manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance of safe structures, equipment, and construction yards.

The Interstate Logos division of Lamar Advertising is the largest provider of contract logo signing and tourist-oriented directional signing (TODS) programs, partnering with State Transportation Agencies since 1988. Interstate Logos is a wholly owned subsidiary of Lamar Media Corp., which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Lamar Advertising.

Please note that overnight weekly travel may be required for this position.

Why Lamar? 

Lamar Advertising has been named as a “Best Company to Work For” in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking. Check out these videos to learn more about Lamar:

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What you can expect from us:

• A Monday - Friday 8:00 am -5:00 pm work schedule 
• An annual salary range of $47,500 - $52,000/ year depending on qualifications and experience.
• 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
• 12 paid company holidays, including President's day and Juneteenth
• A comprehensive 30-day training program 
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential
• Multiple medical plan options and health savings account
• Hospital and Critical Illness and Accident coverage 
• Short & long-term disability and paid parental leave
• Employee Stock purchase plan
• 401k plan with company match
• Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions 

What we're looking for in YOU:

• Working knowledge of personal computers, including Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, etc.) to prepare business correspondence and prepare spreadsheets
• Ability and willingness to learn Visio computer assisted drawing program
• Experience with maintenance oversight of construction equipment
• Excellent organizational skills; setting priorities which accurately reflect the importance of job responsibilities.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and through written correspondence.
• Skill in establishing rapport, encouraging individuals on a professional basis, and listening perceptively
• Skill in mediating between parties and groups.
• Skill in working as a part of a team, collaborating with employees, and maintaining good working relationships.
• Skill in managing including organizing objectives, delegating responsibility, training, evaluating subordinate effectiveness, and administering necessary discipline.
• Ability to understand and operate within a set budget.
• Detailed knowledge of the inventory/market and obstacles of each structure in the market.

Education and experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• College degree preferred
• A valid driver’s license is required
• 2 years of relevant Operations or construction experience required

Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation to fulfill our application requirements should email recruiting@lamar.com. 

A day in the life:

• Oversee the vetting, interviewing and hiring of construction personnel
• Development and submittal of new site plans for DOT review
• Provide direct oversight of construction and logo installer crews including regular field visits for construction, traffic control and safety quality control
• Responsible for ordering, beams, signs, overlay and parts
• Responsible for portal updating and tracking of all field work
• Develop weekly/daily crew lists to include layouts and materials needed lists
• Minor sign maintenance and site clearing
• Update and complete all required sign inspections annually

Location Specific Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Work a minimum 40 hour/5 day schedule, arrival in office by 8:00 am
• Travel overnight when necessary

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

•  The primary work environment consists of an office, outdoors, and vehicle.
• Must be willing to work independently along controlled and non-controlled access roadways
• Maintain a professional appearance and ensure company vehicle maintains a neat and
  professional appearance
• The physical demands for this position include lifting (20 to 50 lbs.), pushing, reaching, seeing (with focus on reading, color distinction, acuity, peripheral vision, and depth perception), some sitting, standing, stooping, walking, talking, climbing, and turning.
• Nights spent traveling are 15 to 35%.

Who we are:

Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world. With over 351,000 displays across the United States and Canada, Lamar is dedicated to helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences every day.

We provide ad space through:

• Billboards
• Interstate logos
• Handpainted murals
• Transportation and airports
• The largest network of digital billboards in the United States

We live by the Golden Rule, and we operate with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business. We are open with our employees, transparent with our customers, and loyal to the communities in which we serve. While Lamar is a large company, each office has its own culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected both locally and nationally.

We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and use a number of innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact. We are actively working to reduce our annual greenhouse gas emissions and are projecting a 70% decrease by 2026 as a result of our efforts.

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