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Posting Details

Posting Number : S13055P

Working Title : Marketing and Public Relations Professional

Department : Warnell-Outreach & Service

About the University of Georgia : Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. 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.

About the College / Unit / Department : College / Unit / Department website

Posting Type : External

Employment Type : Employee

Benefits Eligibility : Benefits Eligible

Full / Part time : Full Time

Work Schedule : M-F 8 : 00-5 : 00

Advertised Salary : Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date : 12 / 20 / 2024

Open until filled : Yes

Closing Date : Proposed Starting Date 01 / 06 / 2025

Location of Vacancy : Tifton Area

Position Information

Classification Title : Marketing / Public Relations Professional

FLSA : Exempt

FTE : 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

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

This is a grant-funded position that will be working with faculty and staff at the Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health on the development and promotion of a citizen science data collection program for invasive species ( This position will also lead the promotion and marketing of all Center programs and services (

Position Summary

Specific job responsibilities include working with center leadership and leading a team that will promote or create an intended public image for Wild Spotter and Center, collaboratively developing marketing and fundraising campaigns affiliated with this project and the Center, producing marketing / PR content across a variety of mediums, and establishing / maintaining relationships with representatives of the Federal / State / Local partners.

This is a grant-funded position. Continuation of employment is contingent upon available funding.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies

Ability to interpret scientific material into accessible messages and stories
Can design effective communication campaigns tailored to specific target audiences
Can evaluate success of communication campaigns and adapt to improve
Strong writing skills
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
Strong interpersonal communication and public speaking skills
Experience with successful fundraising campaigns
Works effectively and collaboratively with other individuals (co-workers, supervisor, faculty, staff, and other constituents), including with diverse and cross-functional teams and a wide range of stakeholders.
Ability to lead a team in meeting project deadlines and encouraging professional development

Physical Demands

Lift and / or move up to 30 pounds.

Driving as needed to perform job-related duties.

Communicate effectively via telephone and in person.

Work weekends and some extended hours, including travel, during scheduled events.

Spend majority of the workday at the computer.

Duties / Responsibilities

Develop marketing / PR materials for Center and Wild Spotter

Utilize applicable impactful and cost-effective forms of media to ensure target markets are reached

Prepare and edit organizational marketing / PR publications such as newsletters, reports, web content, press releases, media communications, etc for internal and external audiences.

Identify and track compelling individuals and stories, associated with the project, that will enhance communication efforts

Manage Center and Wild Spotter websites and social media accounts including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, to engage readers and potential subscribers and promote events.

Respond to requests for information from the media or designate an appropriate spokesperson or information source.

Serve as a primary contact to facilitate and aid citizen science project inquiries and support for Wild Spotter current and potential partners, and citizen science volunteers.

Develop and manage annual crowdfunding / fundraising campaign for Center and Center projects.

Attend conferences and workshops to promote and disseminate citizen science materials and program information as well as facilitate communication with other organizations.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Name : Charles Bargeron

Recruitment Contact Email : cbargero@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone : [Phone Number]

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

Do you have a valid Driver's license?

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / CV

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

List of References with Contact Information

Unofficial Letters of Recommendation

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