Communications Coordinator​/Undergraduate Program Administrator

Posting Number: S14702P

Title:

Communications Coordinator/ Undergraduate Program Administrator

Department:
Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, Geography Department

Classification

Title:

Communications Assistant II, FLSA Non-Exempt, FTE 1.00

Employment Type:

External Retirement Plan TRS

Opening Until Filled:
Yes

Starting Date: 03/16/2026

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

USG Core Values:
Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.

• Website content management
• Previous education in geography and/or atmospheric science

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage multiple competing projects in an organized, efficient manner by prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
• Substantially developed interpersonal and teamwork skills to successfully work with diverse groups in an academic environment.
• Demonstrated ability in both written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with data analysis and graphic design.
• Software experience and expertise in:
  • MS Office Suite
  • Adobe
  • Social media

• Help maintain accurate and current information on the Geography Department website.
• Disseminate information on talks, seminars, colloquia, or other events that would be of interest to Geography undergraduate students.
• Generate and edit content and coordinate all logistics in creation of all communication means including:
  • Newsletters
  • Mailers
  • Website
  • Seminar/colloquia flyers
  • Social media and other external correspondence
  • Physical and digital displays in GGY

• Enter the teaching schedule for the fall, spring, Maymester and summer semesters using Banner.
• Manage departmental records, spreadsheets and databases related to the undergraduate program.
• Coordinate classroom assignments.
• Clear students to register for courses based on a specific set of pre-established criteria.
• Process section change forms and transfer credit summaries.
• Monitor the student evaluation process at the end of each semester per the department guidelines.
• Support the undergraduate award process and departmental graduation event.

• Support Geography’s marketing, communication, and fundraising efforts and undergraduate program.
• Coordinate and provide leadership on special projects assigned by the department Head, Associate Head and Undergraduate Coordinators.
• Perform tasks and assignments as instructed by the departmental leadership.
• Create and distribute physical room schedules.
• Assist with visitors, speakers, special events and event setup.

• Maintain knowledge of the University of Georgia campus resources, information systems, and university, college, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist in developing recruiting plans and associated materials and departmental retention strategies.
• Assist in creating and implementing procedures to increase the recruitment of minority applicants and retention of minority students.

Lift or carry or pull 15 lb. Sit for several hours.

Recruitment Contact:
Leslie Geiser

Email: lesgei

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter