Description

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Normal business hours are M-F, 8-5. After hours may be needed to meet deadlines.
Advertised Salary $45,000 - $65,000

Posting Date:

11/16/2022

Open until filled:

Yes

Closing Date:

Proposed Starting Date 12/15/2022 Special Instructions to Applicants
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS :

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Portfolio with Writing Samples

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 (hrweb@uga.edu).

Position Information

Classification Title Marketing/Public Relations 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:

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Preferred Qualifications:



PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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• News reporting and writing experience preferred.
Position Summary
The PR Coordinator coordinates and participates in the implementation of public relations activities in support of the Carl Vinson Institute of Government. It develops content, including stories, features, newsletters and social campaigns, to publicize and promote services and programs for general and specialized audiences. This employee works as part of a creative team in the Office of Communications contributing to communications and related efforts for the Institute of Government.

Further, the employee directly supports the Institute's strategic goals. This role works within the Office of Communications to develop content that best supports strategic messaging, providing innovative solutions to showcase institute programs and services.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Superior writing and communication skills demonstrated through a portfolio of written work.
• Thorough knowledge of public relations practices and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to write, edit and coordinate production of materials for print and electronic publication.
• Interact effectively with the public and media representatives as well as UGA faculty and staff.
• Coordinate the work of other staff engaged in public relations duties.
• Skill in the coordination of special events.
• Ability to understand and follow protocol.
• High level of political acumen.
• Demonstrate a high level of emotional intelligence.
• Excellent communications and writing skills.

Physical Demands

• Sitting at a computer.
• Some light lifting.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No 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

Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinates and develops internal and external promotions, including planning and writing news and feature articles, editing copy and supervising the publication of materials in print and online.
• Researches and writes pieces of varying depth and style.
• Identifies new material and channels and ensures effectiveness of public relations/communications efforts.

Percentage of time 45 Duties/Responsibilities

• Conceptualizes and works with Institute faculty and staff to develop communications materials and deliverables, including promotions, newsletters and reports.
• Contributes to and assists with the development of content for a variety of channels, including social media and websites.
• Provides expertise to assess appropriate format and delivery for target audiences, market interest and need.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

• Assists with media inquiries; develops and facilitates coverage of Institute activities in UGA and other appropriate communication outlets.
• Creates news releases and related content.
• Helps develop and implement media relations strategy for local media and others to enhance communications in existing and potential constituencies.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinates and supports events, such as exhibits at professional organization conferences. Oversees development of related materials.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

• Other related duties as assigned.

Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Courtney Alford-Pomeroy Recruitment Contact Email cpomeroy@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Portfolio

Optional Documents