S11789P
Working Title:
PR & Media Specialist
Department:
Ecology-Odum School of Ecology
About the University of Georgia:
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
Posting Type:
External
Retirement Plan:
TRS or ORP
Employment Type:
Employee
Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time:
Full Time
Additional Schedule Information:
Monday- Friday 8AM to 5PM
Additional hours may be required for events coordination.
Advertised Salary:
$45,000 to $47,000
Posting Date:
03/08/2024
Open until filled:
Yes
Proposed Starting Date:
04/01/2024
Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement:
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]).
Classification Title:
Communications Professional
FLSA:
Exempt
FTE:
1.00
Minimum Qualifications:
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Position Summary:
This position will serve as public relations professional for the Odum School of Ecology (OSE) while assisting in communications for the UGA River Basin Center (RBC).
For the OSE, the employee will produce written, visual and multimedia content to tell the Odum School story, including press releases, features, and social media posts about Odum research, teaching, outreach, events, and people. The incumbent may also provide design services for the Odum School website and programs. In addition, this position provides communications support for the OSE development and alumni relations program. For this area, the employee will report to OSE’s Communications Director.
For the RBC, the employee will be responsible for updating and implementing a communications plan, including a social media plan. The coordinator will maintain the RBC website and oversee the creation of articles and press releases highlighting RBC projects and profiling affiliate faculty, staff, and students. The position will assist with coordination of the biennial Georgia Water Resources Conference and other RBC events. For this area, the employee will report to a co-Director of RBC.
This position will oversee up to four rotating student interns who will assist with various tasks. This position will regularly interact with faculty, staff, and students among OSE and other university units. They may be called on to speak on behalf of the OSE or RBC, or projects managed by either, both internally at UGA and externally. Therefore, decisions of the position determine the effectiveness of the communications activities of both the OSE and RBC and influence the reputation and performance of both units.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:
Physical Demands:
Is driving a responsibility of this position?:
Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?:
No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
No
Does this position require a P-Card? :
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):
No
Credit and P-Card policy:
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Update and implement the communications plan for Ecology, including web content and social media, to effectively communicate about school activities, events, projects, faculty, staff and students; track communications metrics
Percentage of time:
35
Duties/Responsibilities:
Update and implement the communications plan for the RBC, including web content and social media, to effectively communicate about center activities, events, projects, faculty, staff and students
Percentage of time:
35
Duties/Responsibilities:
Assist in coordinating and publicizing RBC events, including the Georgia Water Resources Conference
Percentage of time:
5
Duties/Responsibilities:
Work with website developers and assist with the maintenance of the OSE website
Percentage of time:
10
Duties/Responsibilities:
Provide communications support for the OSE alumni relations program
Percentage of time:
10
Duties/Responsibilities:
Oversee and mentor interns
Percentage of time:
5
Contact Details:
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name:
Hanna Crawford
Recruitment Contact Email:
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