Communications Specialist

Communications Specialist Posting Details

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. About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule 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 Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 09/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area

• Employment Type
  
  Employee
• Benefits Eligibility
• Benefits Eligible Full/Part time
• Full Time Work Schedule
• 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
• Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 09/01/2026
• Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area

Communications Pro I FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00

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.

• 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)

• 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…