Media Relations Specialist

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Location

Statesboro Campus

• Statesboro, GA

OR

Armstrong Campus

• Savannah, GA

Department Information

Office of Research

Job Summary

Provide the day-to-day management and coordination of communication and marketing initiatives for the Research offices. Interact with stakeholders and contribute to development of website materials and updates, communication plans, and marketing activity to advance the mission of the unit and University.

Responsibilities

• Promote the University through development and upkeep of public webpages

• Research, plan, write, and edit content for the Research websites; use data to evaluate the content¿s impact

• Create, review, and edit correspondence, reports, newsletters, and brochures for mass distribution

• Identify and develop stories that illuminate the University's achievements and points of distinction as related to Research

• Develop and implement effective communication strategies and creative methods using print, web-based, and multi-media to advance the mission of the Office of Research

• Gather news, create and implement communications plans, develop messaging, write stories, and coordinate dissemination of story packages with internal clients

• Recommend ideas, improvements, and best practices to edit and refresh the website; oversee the design and maintenance of several University websites

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in graphic design, web design, journalism, or related field

Required Experience

• Three (3) or more years of related work experience in web design, communications, or public relations

Proposed Salary

$20.00 - $22.60 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University

• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relation skills

Apply Before Date

July 5, 2024

Application review may begin on June 28, 2024

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

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 on-line 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 on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicant for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation

• Work generally performed in an office environment

• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours

• Occasional travel may be required

Background Check

• Standard + Education