Communications Coordinator

About the Role The role coordinates and produces content for internal media and engages faculty, staff, and students to generate compelling ideas for articles to promote the institution in campus publications, including emails, newsletters, web pages, and social media. The role ensures all campus messages are ADA‑compliant, assists with the coordination, production, and distribution of written, audio, and video communications, and provides copywriting/editing support for published Jagwire articles. In addition, the position serves as the department’s AP Style expert, maintaining university editorial standards and guides. Responsibilities Produce and edit content and outreach materials for campus and community audiences. Provide project support and act as backup for the internal communications manager, including strategy for planning and delivering internal campus messaging through mass emails and crisis communications. Write and complete two Jagwire stories and an additional brief each month. Provide writing and editing mentorship and coaching for campus communications and faculty expertise, while building key relationships with sources. Develop and deliver training modules to support campus partners and ensure consistency in messaging. Lead communications and marketing strategy for Spring and Fall Commencement stories, Values Week, and coordinate project management for unit initiatives. Maintain style guide, ensure ADA compliance, and perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Journalism, Marketing, or related field. Minimum three years of experience in communications and marketing. Preferred Qualifications Experience in writing, media relations, journalism, project management, and relationship building. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work in a collaborative, creative, fast‑paced environment. Strong attention to detail and excellent written and oral communication skills. Proficiency with mass email systems, protocols, and change management. Capability to manage integrated projects involving multiple teams. Occasional after‑hours work may be required. Shift, Salary, and Benefits Shift: Days, Monday‑Friday (may require occasional work outside normal business hours). Pay Band: B7 – Salary Range: $42,200 to $50,111.36 annually. Benefits: Health, dental, and life insurance; Teachers Retirement System or optional retirement plan; earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Full‑time employees employed >6 months may be eligible for the Tuition Assistance Program. Conditions of Employment All selected candidates must successfully pass a background check. Depending on duties, additional checks may include credit check, vehicle use reports, or academic credential verification for faculty hires. All employees must adhere to cybersecurity, privacy policies, and confidentiality standards. Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is pleased to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr