Communications Specialist

Posting Details

• Posting Number: S15540P
• Working Title:
  
  Communications Specialist
• Department: VPI-VP of Instruction
• About the University of Georgia:
  Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
• Posting Type:
  External
• Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee
• Benefits Eligibility:
  Benefits Eligible
• Full/Part time:
  Full Time
• Additional Schedule Information: M-F, 8
  -5 pm, some events may require work outside normal hours
• Advertised Salary:
  Commensurate with Experience
• Posting Date: 07/31/2026
• Open until filled:
  Yes
• Proposed Starting Date: 09/01/2026
• Location of Vacancy:
  Athens Area
• EEO Policy Statement:
  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 Statement:
  The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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  Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Communications Pro I
• FLSA:
  Exempt
• FTE: 1.00
• Minimum Qualifications:

  Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

• Position Summary:

  This role splits time between the Office of Instruction (OVPI) and the Office of Service-Learning (OSL), reporting jointly to OVPI's Director of Communications and the OSL Director. The communications specialist plans, coordinates, writes, and edits a wide variety of content to promote the university's broader instructional and service-learning missions. Working closely with campus units, internal stakeholders, and other communications staff, this position coordinates content production and aligns messaging with the division's overall communications strategy.

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or
  
  Competencies:
  • Excellent writing and copyediting skills using AP style
  • Can develop engaging stories aligned with the university's strategic plan
  • Familiarity with photography/videography best practices (Experience in photography a plus)
  • Strong organizational, project management, and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple projects at once and maintain high attention to detail
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, administration, and various external stakeholders
  • Proficient in typical office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and website content management systems (e.g., Word Press)
• Physical Demands:
  • Ability to sit at a computer/desk for long periods of time
  • Ability to lift and carry boxes of promotional items or collateral weighing approximately 15-20 pounds
  • Ability to walk across campus
• 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
  .
• Background Investigation Policy:
  Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background…