Senior Director, Marketing and Communications

Senior Director, Marketing and Communications Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. Review of applications will begin immediately. Full consideration will be given to applications received by September 14, 2026. The position will remain open until filled. Please see Special Instructions for more details. Review of applications will begin immediately. Full consideration will be given to applications received by September 14, 2026. The position will remain open until filled. Posting Details Posting Number S15690P Working Title Senior Director, Marketing and Communications Department COE-Communications Office 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 ( . 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. About the College/Unit/Department As the 4th largest public college of education in the country and the 3rd largest college at UGA , the Mary Frances Early College of Education ( MFE COE ) improves the lives of residents of Georgia and beyond through our instruction, research, and service. The MFE COE is a comprehensive college with disciplines focused on teacher preparation, counseling and human development, communication sciences, human movement sciences, career development, student affairs, and educational administration and policy. We place significant emphasis on graduate education with approximately 40% of our students at the graduate level, making us the second largest college at UGA with respect to graduate education. 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 Regular office hours with flexibility based on college needs. Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 09/03/2026 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 10/05/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Review of applications will begin immediately. Full consideration will be given to applications received by September 14, 2026. The position will remain open until filled. 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 ( View email address on click.appcast.io ) . 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 Comms Manager-College/Division FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent plus 10 years of professional experience to include 3 years of supervisory experience Preferred Qualifications #J-18808-Ljbffr