Posting Details

Posting NumberS05215PWorking TitleCommunication Professional - Center for Food SafetyDepartmentCAES Food Safety CenterAbout the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). 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 was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/DepartmentCollege/Unit/Department websitePosting TypeExternalRetirement PlanGDCPEmployment TypeEmployeeBenefits EligibilityNon-Benefits EligibleFull/Part timePart TimeWork ScheduleAdditional Schedule Information

Monday-Friday; between hours of 8-5. 19 hours per week.

Advertised SalarySalary commensurate with experiencePosting Date09/16/2020Open until filledYesClosing DateProposed Starting Date10/01/2020Special Instructions to ApplicantsLocation of VacancyGriffin 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).

Classification TitleCommunications Paraprofessional/ProfessionalFLSAJob FamilyFTE0.49Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred QualificationsPosition Summary

This new part-time position will support the Center for Food Safety’s (CFS) efforts in public relations and communication with industry members and stakeholders. The main responsibilities of this position will include: regularly updating and creating content information in our website, develop and maintain an electronic newsletter to be circulated in a regular basis to our members, develop news releases on our faculty accomplishments, develop and maintain regular posting on social media platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Experience writing feature and news stories for different media outlets. Knowledgeable about researching, writing strategies and editing of diverse articles. The candidate would be familiar with web content and website design and architecture. Drafting of science stories intended for social media and newsletter distribution.

Physical Demands

Sit at a desk and computer for up to 8 hours per day.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?NoIs this a Position of Trust?NoDoes this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?NoDoes this position require a P-Card? NoIs having a P-Card an essential function of this position? NoDoes this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?NoDoes this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)NoCredit 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

Participate in the research, writing, and publishing of feature stories about our Center and our faculty for news releases and for posting in other media.

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Drafting and producing our Center’s newsletter to be circulated among stakeholders.

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Website design and content development. Updating stories and news feeds as well as writing just-in-time content.

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Developing and maintaining CFS social media participation.

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Development and updating presentation and promotional materials. Supporting our Center’s marketing efforts and coordinating with other academic units and the college.

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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents