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Communications Professional

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Mar 07, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14829P
Working Title	Communications Professional
Department	VPI-Registrar's Office
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
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	Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	03/06/2026
Open until filled	No
Closing Date	03/13/2026
Proposed Starting Date	04/15/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
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@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	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.

Position Information

Classification Title	Communications Pro II
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary	The position is responsible for creating and promoting the university-wide initiatives, projects, and events coordinated through the Office of the Registrar. This includes producing content and communications to be distributed online, including websites and via email as well as collaborating with the Associate Registrar for Finance, Faculty Governance, and Communications on communication strategies for the Office of the Registrar. The position drafts communications to the campus and within the office on matters related to the Office of the Registrar, including messaging for high-profile implementations and enhancements for Office of the Registrar-related systems, as well as internal meetings, trainings, and events. The position attends meetings related to communications within the office and on campus. The position provides feedback and guidance on communication strategies and is involved in crafting timelines related to communications for the office. The position collaborates on communication duties related to undergraduate commencement. The position additionally provides feedback and guidance on purchasing promotional materials for the Office of the Registrar programs and initiatives. The position serves as the lead on staff development and coordinates engagement for opportunities for employees within the office. The position has a significant level of autonomy, judgement, and independence, and is relied upon to use creativity, originality, and strategic thinking when creating content to be released on behalf of the Office of the Registrar.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Strong editing skills Experience creating content for social media, email, and websites Strong attention to detail Strong interpersonal skills Expert writing skills Ability to work independently and make judgment calls
Physical Demands	Sit at a computer for long periods of time. Travel on campus for meetings.
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 18 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

Create Communication Content and Provide Communication Strategies for the Office of the Registrar

Create communications for the Office of the Registrar using creativity, originality, and strategic thinking, including emails, digital posters, newsletters, slides, flyers, etc., concerning university-wide initiatives, projects, and events coordinated through the Office of the Registrar.
Collaborate with the Associate Registrar for Finance, Faculty Governance, and Communications on communication strategies for the Office of the Registrar.
Represent the Office of the Registrar in UGA communication meetings on campus.
Create training materials, including user guides and tutorials, for campus users related to new initiatives, upgrades, and projects related to the Office of the Registrar.
Craft communication timelines related to Office of the Registrar-related implementations in collaboration with the Associate Registrar for Finance, Faculty Governance, and Communications, and other office leads.
Provide feedback and guidance on purchasing promotional materials for Office of the Registrar programs and initiatives.
Collaborate on communications related to undergraduate commencement.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Digital Media Content

Provide feedback and guidance on the Office of the Registrar website, including ensuring appropriate updates are made as needed, and content is current and accurate in collaboration with the office Web Manager and the Associate Registrar for Finance, Faculty Governance, and Communications.
Oversee the creation of social media postings related to the Office of the Registrar.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Staff Development Lead Propose, develop, and implement programs and meetings involving staff recognition. Propose, develop, and implement professional development opportunities for staff. Oversee the planning and implementation of Registrar-wide staff development events and meetings.
Percentage of time	15