Cord, Com, Plan & Ext Relation

Job Title : Cord, Com, Plan & Ext Relation

Location : Summerville Campus

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Job ID : 292152

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https : / / www.augusta.edu / about / mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https : / / www.usg.edu / hr / orientation / welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Location

Augusta University –

Our Health Sciences Campus :

1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus :

2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College / Department Information

The Augusta University College of Education and Human Development is committed to being a relevant, responsive, and respected organization with a keen focus toward high impact work in the community. Our faculty, students, and alumni are committed to improving lives and expanding opportunities through the comprehensive study and effective practice of education. Through bachelor's degree, master's degree, doctoral degree, and professional development programs, we cultivate innovative educational leaders, advance health practices through research in kinesiology, explore the most important questions in public education, and share exciting ideas and best practices across the world.

Job Summary

This position coordinates all organizational outreach, marketing, and public relations initiatives for the College of Education and Human Development (COEHD). It collaborates with COEHD leadership and Augusta University's Department of Communications and Marketing (C&M) to strategize story coverage, marketing campaigns, events, and social media content management. The coordinator supports strategy and execution across multiple platforms and analytics. They will work with AU C&M to develop email and digital marketing campaigns, create social media campaigns, and write and publish news stories, feature stories, web content, and marketing materials.

Responsibilities

The duties include, but are not limited to :

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING SUPPORT :

• Develop and implement marketing plans for programs, degrees, departments, certificates, centers, and conferences
• Create, produce, and distribute Deans Notes and COEHD Year in Review.
• Create, produce, and distribute brochures / postcards that highlight offerings in the College
• Work with University Public Relations, Office of Advancement, and Office of Alumni Affairs to highlight the success of the College
• Manage print and electronic communications
• Coordinate COEHD communications with Enterprise initiatives / efforts
• Works with program managers to lead the development and implementation of outreach materials that help to raise awareness and increase enrollment
• Oversees design, production, and distribution of flyers, brochures, and other publications or promotional materials
• Manages brand awareness of nonprofit and programmatic brands, including guidelines, color usage, and programmatic language requirements
• Working with AU DCM and internal stakeholders, coordinates all website development and content management for the organization

INNOVATIVE SOCIAL MEDIA IDEAS TO PROMOTE THE COLLEGE :

DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN ALUMNI RELATIONS :

COORDINATE SPECIAL EVENTS FOR THE COEHD :

PUBLIC RELATIONS SUPPORT :

OTHER DUTIES : Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required Education : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or related field.

Required Experience : Three (3) years of experience in media relations, public relations or a related field. Experience writing news releases, feature stories, talking points, statements and pitches.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Hootsuite, Canva, and Adobe Creative Cloud programs

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

Proficient with Microsoft Office and other computer software / databases.

Strong written communication skills with Knowledge of AP style

SKILLS

Strong project management skills

self-starter with ability to problem solve

High attention to detail with strong organizational skills

Flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities and schedules

Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality and multi-task

Ability to work independently, perform well under pressure, meet deadlines and exercise good judgement responsibilities.

Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting deadlines

Shift / Salary / Benefits

Shift : Days / M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)

Pay Band : B9

Salary to be commensurate with the qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) of the position.

Recruitment Period : Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties : the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires : Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational / credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

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