Communications Director

Department

website , , , , communications Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full / Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information 8 : am–5 : pm ; Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends, as necessary Advertised Salary $,+ commensurate qualifications and experience Posting Date / / 5 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date / / 5 Special Instructions to Applicants

• This position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@ ). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 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..1.2 and can be found online at policymanual / section8 / C / #p8.2._personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at policymanual / section6 / C3 . Position Information Classification Title Public Relations Manager FLSA Exempt FTE 1. Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent plus years of professional experience to include 3 years of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary The Communications Director leads a sub-team within the DAR Communications (DARCOMM) department within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations (DAR) and reports to the Senior Director of Marketing and Communications.

This role serves as the most senior Project Manager for the DAR Communications unit and will manage a small portfolio of key projects. Additionally, the role provides strategic oversight and guidance to our team of Communications Coordinators / Project Managers, ensures delivery of complex projects from initiation to completion, and implements best practices in project management. This role demonstrates exceptional communication and problem-solving skills to ensure all projects are aligned with DAR brand objectives and delivered on time within budget. This crucial leadership position is responsible for driving project excellence and fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment.

This position collaborates with other team leadership to develop marketing plans to meet division units’ goals, aligning the DARCOMM team (designers, web specialists, writers, etc.), and managing projects through completion. The position writes and reviews press releases, blog posts, web copy, advertisements, etc. as needed in collaboration with the writing unit and the Assistant Director of Editorial Content. The Communications Director, along with each member of their team, is positioned to lead meetings, ask direct questions of their units, build plans, and align the specialists to execute those plans. This position sets processes to help everyone work efficiently and mentors the team on everything from writing to relationship-building. DAR Communications executes extensive planning twice per year to ensure goals and priorities are clear, resources are available, and timelines are laid out. The Communications Director is responsible for coordinating and executing this effort with the assistance of other team project managers.

This position coordinates Vice Presidential communication, including scripting of talking points, and development of presentations, LinkedIn posts, and the monthly Pulse e-newsletter.Aside from the Executive and Senior Directors, this position is the only team member who directly addresses issues with members of the press and / or coaches DAR staff to interact with the press. They manage all non-digital advertising on behalf of the division, including both planning, purchasing, and managing relationships with advertisers. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies

Additional Division Expectations :

Physical Demands

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit 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 . Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website . Duties / Responsibilities Duties / Responsibilities Lead team of Communications Coordinators and Communications Associates to develop marketing plans to meet DAR units’ goals, align the DAR Communications (DARCOMM) team.

Percentage of time Duties / Responsibilities Oversee a portfolio of DAR projects and responsibilities

Percentage of time Duties / Responsibilities Coordinate Vice Presidential Communications

Percentage of time Duties / Responsibilities Serve as a DAR liaison with internal and external communications partners and support media relations on behalf of the division.

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Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name Development & Alumni Relations’ Office of Talent Management Recruitment Contact Email dartalent@ Recruitment Contact Phone