"Assistant Director for Communications"

Assistant Director for Communications

Company:
University of Georgia

Job Location:

Category:
Communications, Marketing, and Public Affairs

Type:
Full-Time

Priority consideration will be given to those who complete the application process by Friday February 13, 2026; however, screening will continue until the position is filled.

We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience

Position Summary

The Assistant Director for Communications is a key position within the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. This role operates under the strategic direction of the Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs and is responsible for executing, coordinating, and supporting division-wide communications and marketing initiatives, with a strong emphasis on copywriting, editorial oversight, and message development.

The Assistant Director for Communications leads and manages complex communications projects, supports executive-level messaging, and ensures alignment with divisional, institutional, and USG branding and communications standards. This position blends strategic planning, project management, copywriting, and relationship management to enhance the visibility, reputation, and effectiveness of Student Affairs programs, services, and initiatives.

Duties/Responsibilities

(35%) Copywriting, Content Development & Messaging:

• Draft, edit, and proofread high-visibility written content including division-wide announcements, executive correspondence, newsletters, web content, marketing copy, talking points, reports, and presentations.
• Translate complex information, policies, and initiatives into clear, accessible messaging for various audiences, including students, staff, campus partners, and external stakeholders.
• Serve as an editorial reviewer for OVPSA communications, providing quality control and consistency across written deliverables.
• Ensure alignment of divisional communications with institutional brand standards, messaging frameworks, and accessibility requirements.

(30%) Liaison & Client Services for Student Affairs Units:

• Coordinate the Division’s email marketing strategy and initiatives, and support and guide departmental email marketing strategies and initiatives.
• Continuously analyze the return on investment (ROI) of marketing strategies through data/trends that are in turn implemented to landing pages, websites, marketing copy, UX and funnels designed to increase engagement.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for Student Affairs departments seeking communications and marketing support.
• Consult with departments to assess needs, define project scope, establish timelines, and recommend appropriate communications strategies and tactics.
• Manage and coordinate multiple concurrent projects across units, ensuring high-quality deliverables, on-time completion, and alignment with strategic priorities.
• Provide consultative guidance to departments on messaging, content needs, and communications best practices.
• Foster collaborative relationships across the division to strengthen consistency, efficiency, and impact of communications efforts.

(20%) Strategic Communications & Marketing Leadership:

• Support the Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs in implementing divisional communications and marketing priorities.
• Translate divisional goals and initiatives into coordinated communications plans and project workflows.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, tools, and approaches used to deliver communications across the division.
• Monitor trends and emerging practices in higher education communications and recommend enhancements to improve effectiveness and reach.
• Coordinate messaging for major initiatives or time-sensitive issues at the direction of the Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs.

(15%) Project Management, Supervision & Operations:

• Manage workflow, project tracking, and prioritization for communications initiatives managed through the OVPSA.
• Directly supervise and mentor a team of student employees who support divisional communications efforts, with a primary focus on social media management and digital engagement.
• Establish and oversee content calendars, posting guidelines, and approval workflows for division-level social media accounts.
• Collaborate with campus partners (e.g., Marketing & Communications) to coordinate efforts and leverage shared resources.
• Participate in divisional and university committees, initiatives, and professional development activities.

To view the complete posting and to apply, visit https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/467303

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