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Communications Specialist, Departmental
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Position Number: 5214299
Location: Augusta, GA
Position Type: Public Relations, Marketing and Communications

Communications Specialist, Departmental

Job ID: 271414
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

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About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University-

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Job Summary

The primary responsibility for this position is to promote a positive public image by conveying the distinctive stories of our programming, faculty, staff, students, and collections. Duties will include digital and print content capture (images & videos) and creation to support a variety of internal and external communications, communications to aid in the cultivation and stewardship of donors, and amplifying content created by library employees and the Libraries Marketing Committee. This position assists Library Employees and Administration in event planning, execution, and promotion as appropriate. This position will provide support and development for communications tools (e.g., policy documents, invitations/mailings, calendar events, social media, informational monitors) needed to facilitate daily operations and to increase awareness of library efforts, events, initiatives, and other opportunities within the libraries. This position serves as the department liaison to Augusta University's Communication & Marketing team, assisting with coordinating projects/initiatives that need support from DCM and/or timely decisions and approval by the libraries.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

CONTENT CREATION & MAINTENANCE: Capture, produce, & maintain a growing library of digital content, faculty/student/alumni testimonials (images, videos, graphics), & written content that vividly conveys the experiences, people, achievements, & initiatives throughout the libraries. Assist in the creation & maintenance of web pages, social media accounts, documents, fillable forms, press releases, graphics, & brochures required to facilitate & promote important opportunities, events, or procedures (e.g., promotion notifications) to internal or external audiences. Ensures all library communications are within AU Brand standards, well designed, & effective in online, social media & print applications. Responsible for managing & distributing the library's newsletter. Compiles, publishes, & distributes the libraries' annual reports.

PHILANTHROPY & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SUPPORT: Works in conjunction with the Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement staff and the Development Officer to assist in cultivation and stewardship communications to donors and library Friends. Creates targeted messaging and asks centered around annual giving, special events, capital campaigns, and other giving opportunities. Maintains ongoing communications that tell the AU Libraries story. Identifies and maintains a network of contacts around the Augusta community and media outlets to communicate through digital, print, and social media the AU Libraries' mission, vision, and values as an Augusta cultural institution. Seeks opportunities for partnership and coordinates communications with other libraries and cultural institutions in the CSRA in support of the AU Libraries' Community Engagement goals.

EVENT & PROGRAM PROMOTION: Ex Officio member of AU Libraries Marketing Committee. Assist in the coordination & promotion of high-impact events within the libraries, including promotions via social media, online, & print (i.e., flyers/bulletins/newsletters). Attend meetings of the Libraries Marketing Committee & other departmental meetings or events as needed to receive assignments, provide project updates, & ensure adherence to guidelines & promotional best practices. Supports outreach efforts & attends events to take photos & document events for newsletter & annual report purposes (occasional evening events coverage may be requested of the person in this role)

RESEARCH & ADVISE: Research & advise the Libraries on available tools, distribution options, & best practices for supporting & streamlining Libraries' procedures & communications (e.g., bulletins/newsletters, calendar events, invitations/mailings, application processes, document repositories)

OTHER DUTIES: Other content capture needs or communication-related tasks as assigned by the Dean or his team.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 3 years of progressing experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with donors or development professionals. Experience working in a library. Writing samples are encouraged.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

Proficiently in Microsoft Office and other computer software/ databases

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Demonstrated ability to stay organized, identify priorities, and adjust while handling competing priorities.

Ability to work efficiently, independently, and collaboratively.

Ability to multi-task effectively and with flexibility in a dynamic working environment

Demonstrated ability to create web communications and manage multiple social media platforms

Ability to develop professional networks and relationships with individuals both internally and externally.

Ability to create, develop, and manage multi-media content using platforms like Adobe Creative Suite or similar.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Monday- Friday

Pay Grade: 13

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search Job ID: 271414

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=271414&PostingSeq=1