Sr Dir for Mktg, Comm, and PR

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.

The University of Georgia College of Pharmacy is a distinguished leader in pharmacy education, research, and service at the regional, national, and international levels. Primarily situated on the University of Georgia campus in Athens, the College also has extended campuses in Albany, Augusta, Savannah, and Metro Atlanta (Gwinnett). The College offers nationally recognized pharmacy and pharmaceutical and biomedical sciences, experimental therapeutics, social and administrative sciences, and regulatory sciences degree programs and provides a rigorous, research-based curriculum taught by accomplished faculty in an experiential learning environment. Enrollment across the undergraduate, professional and graduate degree levels in degree programs, minors, and certificates approaches 1000 students. Faculty and students are engaged in groundbreaking research spanning drug discovery, pharmacology, clinical pharmacy, and other areas that advance healthcare and medicine. Clinical training is provided through a network of sites across Georgia through established partnerships and agreements. Consistently ranked among the nation's top colleges of pharmacy, including 16th among 140 pharmacy programs by U.S. News & World Report, the College is committed to excellence in education, research, and service. For more information, visit https://rx.uga.edu/.

Typical work hours are Monday through Friday; however, this position is expected to maintain flexibility to support college events, alumni and donor activities, commencement ceremonies, recruitment and outreach initiatives, media opportunities, and time-sensitive communications that may occur outside of normal business hours. Occasional travel to extended campuses and other university locations may be required.

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).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 8 years of professional experience

Three or more years of supervisory experience is preferred.

This position serves as the chief communications and marketing officer for the University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, providing strategic leadership and oversight for all marketing, branding, communications, and public relations efforts. Guided by the College's mission and strategic priorities, the Senior Director develops and executes a comprehensive communications strategy that strengthens the College's reputation, visibility, and engagement with key stakeholders.

Operating with a high degree of independent judgment, the Senior Director leads integrated communications across digital, print, web, social media, media relations, publications, and special events. The position oversees brand management, content strategy, storytelling, and stakeholder engagement initiatives while ensuring consistency and alignment across the College. The Senior Director supervises communications staff, establishes priorities and performance expectations, represents the College's communications interests at the university level, and provides strategic counsel to college leadership.

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.

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.