S09483P

Public Relations Coordinator

PSO-Carl Vinson Inst of Govt

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 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 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

External

TRS or ORP

Employee

Benefits Eligible

Full Time

Normal business hours are M-F, 8-5. After hours may be needed to meet deadlines.

$45,000 - $65,000

11/16/2022

Yes

12/15/2022

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:· Resume/CV· Cover Letter· Portfolio with Writing Samples

Athens Area

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).

Marketing/Public Relations Professional

Exempt

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Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:· News reporting and writing experience preferred.

The PR Coordinator coordinates and participates in the implementation of public relations activities in support of the Carl Vinson Institute of Government. It develops content, including stories, features, newsletters and social campaigns, to publicize and promote services and programs for general and specialized audiences. This employee works as part of a creative team in the Office of Communications contributing to communications and related efforts for the Institute of Government.

Further, the employee directly supports the Institute’s strategic goals. This role works within the Office of Communications to develop content that best supports strategic messaging, providing innovative solutions to showcase institute programs and services.

• Superior writing and communication skills demonstrated through a portfolio of written work.
• Thorough knowledge of public relations practices and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to write, edit and coordinate production of materials for print and electronic publication.
• Interact effectively with the public and media representatives as well as UGA faculty and staff.
• Coordinate the work of other staff engaged in public relations duties.
• Skill in the coordination of special events.
• Ability to understand and follow protocol.
• High level of political acumen.
• Demonstrate a high level of emotional intelligence.
• Excellent communications and writing skills.

• Sitting at a computer.
• Some light lifting.

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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.

• Coordinates and develops internal and external promotions, including planning and writing news and feature articles, editing copy and supervising the publication of materials in print and online.
• Researches and writes pieces of varying depth and style.
• Identifies new material and channels and ensures effectiveness of public relations/communications efforts.

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• Conceptualizes and works with Institute faculty and staff to develop communications materials and deliverables, including promotions, newsletters and reports.
• Contributes to and assists with the development of content for a variety of channels, including social media and websites.
• Provides expertise to assess appropriate format and delivery for target audiences, market interest and need.

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• Assists with media inquiries; develops and facilitates coverage of Institute activities in UGA and other appropriate communication outlets.
• Creates news releases and related content.
• Helps develop and implement media relations strategy for local media and others to enhance communications in existing and potential constituencies.

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• Coordinates and supports events, such as exhibits at professional organization conferences. Oversees development of related materials.

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• Other related duties as assigned.

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For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Courtney Alford-Pomeroy

cpomeroy@uga.edu