Marketing and Public Relations Professional

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.

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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.

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.

This is a grant-funded position that will be working with faculty and staff at the Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health on the development and promotion of a citizen science data collection program for invasive species (www.wildspotter.org). This position will also lead the promotion and marketing of all Center programs and services (www.bugwood.org). Specific job responsibilities include working with center leadership and leading a team that will promote or creating an intended public image for Wild Spotter and Center, collaboratively developing marketing and fundraising campaigns affiliated with this project and the Center, producing marketing/PR content across a variety of mediums, and establishing/maintaining relationships with representatives of the Federal/State/Local partners.

This is a grant- funded position. Continuation of employment is contingent upon available funding.

* Ability to interpret scientific material into accessible messages and stories
* Can design effective communication campaigns tailored to specific target audiences
* Can evaluate success of communication campaigns and adapt to improve
* Strong writing skills
* Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
* Strong interpersonal communication and public speaking skills
* Experience with successful fundraising campaigns
* Works effectively and collaboratively with other individuals (co-workers, supervisor, faculty, staff, and other constituents), including with diverse and cross-functional teams and a wide-range of stakeholders.
* Ability to lead a team in meeting project deadlines and encouraging professional development

a. Lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
b. Driving as needed to perform job-related duties.
c. Communicate effectively via telephone and in person.
d. Work weekends and some extended hours, including travel, during scheduled events.
e. Spend majority of the workday at the computer.

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.

Serve as a primary contact to facilitate and aid citizen science project inquiries and support for Wild Spotter current and potential partners, and citizen science volunteers.

Develop and manage annual crowdfunding/fundraising campaign for Center and Center projects

Attend conferences and workshops to promote and disseminate citizen science materials and program information as well as facilitate communication with other organizations.