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Communications Specialist

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Nov 13, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S16033P
Working Title	Communications Specialist
Department	PSO-Small Business Dev Center
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 3,200 faculty and more than 7,900 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 44,000 students including over 33,000 undergraduates and over 11,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 20 schools and colleges, including the newly established School of Medicine and the Victoria Kay Investor School of Nursing.
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	M-F, 8-5
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	11/05/2026
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	12/14/2026
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 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.

Position Information

Classification Title	Public Relations Pro I
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications	2 years of experience in communications, marketing or public relations.
Position Summary	The Communications Specialist provides marketing support to SBDC offices across the state, through social media, graphic design and email marketing support. This incumbent will also develop social media content centered around small business topics and evaluate the effectiveness of the SBDC office's social media channels using analytics tools. Additionally, this role provides organizational support to the existing SBDC marketing team through the coordination of a statewide editorial calendar and supports marketing training efforts for field office program assistants.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Strong organizational skills and project management experience Experience with social media content creation and management Experience with email marketing platforms (MailChimp) Experience with digital paid ads (Meta, Linkedin) Proficient in Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator) Proficient in typical office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Physical Demands	Sitting at computer for extended periods of time. Lift 25lbs. Driving as needed to complete job tasks.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	Yes
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

Provide Communications and Marketing Support for SBDC Offices

Fulfill request from SBDC offices for marketing support; requests may include program graphics, social media content, digital ads or email templates.
Utilize UGA branding guidelines and marketing best practices. Identify opportunities and implement marketing strategies to address the needs of the office.
Update offices on the status of their requests and communicate with the SBDC marketing team on the progress.
Ensure requests are filled in a timely manner.
Check in regularly with offices on their marketing needs.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Develop Social Media Content

Create engaging social media (Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn) content focused on small business-related topics for UGA SBDC offices across Georgia.
Utilize social media best practices and adhere to UGA branding guidelines.
Monitor UGA SBDC social media channels for compliance.
Review analytics and performance data quarterly and adjust strategies and content accordingly.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Maintain Communications and Marketing Intranet Pages Ensure the Communications and Marketing Intranet (known internally as Clarity) pages are up-to-date and user friendly. Update page with new resources and content on a biweekly schedule. Refresh templates and resources regularly. Work with SBDC marketing team to develop resources as needed.
Percentage of time	5

Duties/Responsibilities	Maintain Marketing Editorial Calendar Manage statewide marketing editorial calendar. Coordinate with marketing manager, communications specialist and pr specialist for important dates. Solicit content frombusiness consultants or statewide resources as needed.
Percentage of time	5

Duties/Responsibilities	Provide overall SBDC Marketing Support and Training Provide backup support to the SBDC marketing team as needed. Handle external print and promotional product needs for the SBDC. Provide training to new support staff on marketing policies and procedures as needed.
Percentage of time	5