Marketing/Public Relations Professional

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S12596P

Working Title Marketing/Public Relations Professional

Department CAES-Food Safety Center

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 (https://www.uga.edu/). 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. 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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

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; 8-5 pm

Advertised Salary Starting Salary $43,888, Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date 08/30/2024

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 10/01/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must submit:
1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae detailing background and communication abilities
3. Undergraduate transcripts
4. Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three professional references

Location of Vacancy Griffin Area

EEO Policy Statement

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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

Bachelor of Arts (or Science) in English, Communication, Journalism, Regulatory Science, or related field.

Position Summary

The Marketing/Public Relations Professional's main responsibility in the Center for Food Safety is promoting accomplishments of researchers and leading public relations with private and public sector stakeholders. This position leads CFS' efforts to promote research discoveries, establishes and maintain media relations, and contributes to coordinate CFS' engagement with diverse audiences. This position works closely with the Center's director to support strategic initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Experience in public relations with diverse audiences and writing feature and news stories for different media outlets and social media
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally
• Possess strong organizational skills
• Knowledge about researching, writing strategies and editing of diverse articles
• Familiar with web content and website design and architecture
• Experience drafting science stories intended for social media and newsletter distribution

Physical Demands

Sit at a desk and computer for up to 8 hours per day.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Is this a Position of Trust? No

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) No

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

• Oversees and independently manages operation of public relation functions of the UGA Center for Food Safety, which includes serving as assistant to the Center Director to support him with daily operational tasks and event organization with Center's stakeholders.
• Works closely with Center Director to direct strategies for outreach activities with food industry representatives and government officials and scientists.
• Identifies opportunities for increasing the number of companies affiliated with CFS.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

• Participate in the research, writing, and publishing of feature stories about our Center and our faculty for news releases and for posting in other media.
• Collaborates directly with faculty to identify discoveries and scientific breakthroughs to develop stories for the traditional and social media outlets.
• Proactively investigate emerging food safety issues for showcasing the work taking place at CFS.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining CFS social media participation.
• Development and updating presentation and promotional materials.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

• Supporting Center for Food Safety's marketing efforts and coordinating with other academic units and the college.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

• Drafting and producing Center for Food Safety's newsletter to be circulated among stakeholders.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

• Website design and content development. Updating stories and news feeds as well as writing just-in-time content.

Percentage of time 10

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 Dr. Francisco Diez

Recruitment Contact Email fdiez@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone



Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information
4. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents