Communications Strategist

Communications StrategistAugusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.The College of Science and Mathematics provides students with strong foundations in the sciences as well as preparation for careers, citizenship, and a life-long love of learning. We are committed to providing experiences promoting scientific inquiry and discovery and dedicated to creating opportunities for intellectual growth and community involvement.The general purpose of the position is to plan and coordinate the large number of communications in multiple media formats to ensure that the internal and external face of the College of Science and Mathematics adheres to the highest standards of communication. The position supports all five Strategic Priorities of the university's Creating a Legacy Like No Other Strategic Plan: Learning (Providing Impactful Learning Experiences); Discovery (Interdisciplinary and Collaborative Discovery, Accelerating Student's Connection to Research and Creativity); Student Success (Educational Access and Value, Providing a Life-Changing University Experience); Community (Strengthening Community Stakeholder's Connection to AU); and Stewardship (Philanthropic Investment, Increasing Research Support). The communications strategist will work closely with the Provost's Academic Communications Director, AU Communications and Marketing, and CSM leadership to maintain a positive public image, promote college and department programs, and publicize student and faculty achievements in alignment with university standards.The responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Communications and Marketing Strategy and Planning; Content Development and Management; Newsletter; Social Media Management; Event Management; Other.Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of three years of direct related communication/marketing experience. Excellent organizational, prioritization skills. Must confidentially, work independently and exercise sound judgement, high degree of professionalism, work well under pressure and manage deadlines.Preferred Educational Qualifications Degree from an accredited college or university in marketing, communications, or related field. Additional Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated excellence in writing for publication, marketing and branding, web design and maintenance. Experience in newsletter/magazine production. Skills in photography, videography, and visual design. Demonstrated ability to work independently, work well under pressure, and manage deadlines successfully. Preferred Experience Customer service, visual design, marketing, web design, event planning, and project management.The communication strategist should be able to use standard software and other tools of the trade approved and endorsed by Communications and Marketing. For example: Basic skills in PowerPoint, Poppulo, Carousel, Camtasia, newsletter formatting tools, etc. Photography/Videography/Visual Design Proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, PremierePro) and Acrobat Pro Proficiency with basic web editing/publishing tasks Proficiency with common social media platforms Working knowledge of databases, operating systems, and spreadsheets in computer software systems. Creativity, branding, visual design sense, understanding UX, print design, familiarity with design software, HTML, CSS (cascading style sheets), typography, superior customer service skill, and project management.Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position) Pay Band: B10 Salary Range: $52,500/annually - $54,080/annually Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position. Recruitment Period: 8/12/26 - Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check complete for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgement and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. " Augusta University is a patient-and-family-centered care institution, where employees partner everyday with patients and families for success". Augusta University is a tobacco free environment and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.Consider applying with us today! Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role. Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee If you need further assistance, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io.