Communications Specialist (Part-Time)
Augusta University

Job Info

Communications Specialist (Part-Time)

Job ID: 269561
Location: Summerville Campus
Full/Part Time: Part 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



Our Summerville Campus:

2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information

The Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences forms the heart of the liberal arts mission of Augusta University. We foster critical thinking about complex questions of the human experience; cultivate skills in written, verbal, and creative expression; promote active citizenship and community engagement; and prepare graduates for all careers in quickly changing globalized environments. Our faculty and staff share a deep commitment to developing the intellectual potential of our students. We offer many undergraduate degrees as well as select graduate and minor programs that allow our students to gain the knowledge and skills that will transfer to career success. Explore opportunities for growth, including undergraduate research, study abroad, internships, and community service.

Job Summary

The Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Department of Music at Augusta University is seeking a motivated, experienced, and creative individual to provide content capture and communication support for the Music Department and the Harry Jacobs Chamber Music Society.

The primary responsibility for this position is to promote a positive public image by conveying the distinctive stories of our program, faculty, staff, students, and alumni. Duties will include digital content capture (images and videos) to support a variety of internal and external communications. This position will also provide support for forms, materials, and tools (e.g. concert and recital programs, invitations/mailings, calendar events, social media, informational monitors) needed to facilitate daily operations and to increase awareness of programs, events, scholarships, initiatives, and other opportunities within the department.

Responsibilities

The duties include, but are not limited to:

DIGITAL CONTENT: Capture, produce, and maintain a growing library of digital content, faculty/student/alumni testimonials (images, videos, graphics), and written content which vividly conveys experiences, people, achievements, and initiatives.

DOCUMENTATION: Assist in the creation and maintenance of documents, fillable forms, press releases, graphics, brochures, and web pages required to facilitate and promote important opportunities, events, or procedures (e.g. scholarship applications) to internal or external audiences.

EVENTS: Assist in the coordination and promotion of high-impact events within the department, including promotions via social media and print (i.e., flyers/bulletins/posters).

DEPARTMENTAL MEETINGS: Attend departmental meetings or events as needed to receive assignments, provide project updates, and advise the department on branding guidelines and promotional best practices.

RESOURCES/TOOLS: Research and advise the department on available tools, distribution options, and best practices for supporting and streamlining college procedures and communications (e.g. bulletins/newsletters, calendar events, invitations/mailings, application processes, document repositories)

WEBSITE: Manage and update the department's websites, to include the Harry Jacobs Chamber Music Society and the AU Music Conservatory Program

SOCIAL MEDIA: Manage and maintain the Music Department's media presence across social media (Facebook, X, and Instagram)

OTHER DUTIES: Perform other duties as assigned. Other content capture needs or communication-related tasks as assigned by the Chair and HJCMS Director

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of experience in a design, communication-intensive, or related role.

Experience with web publishing and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop ,InDesign, Premier Pro. Applicants will be asked to provide a portfolio with samples of their work.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college in marketing, communication, or related field.

Experience/participation in a collegiate music program.

Experience with web publishing and proficiency in content management tools (OU Campus and Wordpress).





Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEGE

Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (Ollustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro) and Acrobat Pro

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Significant experience with digital video capture and production

Familiarity with professional grade digital SLR cameras and comparable digital audio recorders

Proficiency with tools for internal and external communications and engagement (Newsweaver, MailChimp, MyEmma, Joomag, SurveyMonkey)

Proficiency in social media (e.g. Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Hootsuite)

SKILLS

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent interpersonal/collaboration skills

ABILITIES

Ability to work independently, coordinate

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/ M-F

Pay Grade: 13

Salary: Minimum $16.19/ hourly

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.

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



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 applicant from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply



https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/

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


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