"Communications and Marketing Officer - Academic Services"

Job Details

Communications and Marketing Officer - Academic Services
Job ID: 291241
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 'high research' university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses ' the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville ' Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of 'America's Best-In-State Employers' for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

University Communications and Marketing

Job Summary

The Communications and Marketing Officer at Georgia Southern University is responsible for strategic communication and marketing efforts to audiences including current students, prospective students, faculty, alumni and key community members. This position will work with select academic colleges at Georgia Southern University and with the University's communications and marketing office to integrate college efforts with the University's communications and marketing strategy.

The Communications and Marketing Officer will be an integral member of the University's communications team. They will create compelling content to effectively tell the Georgia Southern story in engaging and broad-reaching ways, raising visibility and reputation as a college. The incumbent demonstrates a steadfast commitment to embodying core values of service, collaboration, and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Share important academic successes, research, student highlights and news for inclusion in University-level promotions and channels
• In conjunction with University-level efforts, assist with campaigns across various media platforms, including digital, print, web, video, mass media and college social media
• Support efforts to increase student enrollment and engagement for the colleges and degree program
• Coordinate marketing and communications projects for specific colleges and work with University-level marketing and communications on initiatives and execution

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Communication Arts or related degree

Other Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency working with major social media channels, including Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube
• Demonstrated proficiency working with social media monitoring and analytics tactics, tools and data
• Demonstrated creativity, invention, imagination, originality, and talent in branding, digital marketing, message development, and strategic marketing

Required Experience

• Two years experience in related field
• Must possess an understanding of marketing and communications mediums with the ability to plan, manage, produce and direct comprehensive strategies that incorporate print, digital and video communication to support brand messaging
• Must have experience executing multi-faceted communications campaigns to internal and external audiences

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Master's Degree in education or a related field

Proposed Salary

$22.36 - $27.95 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to work within WordPress

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Demonstrated public relations writing, copywriting and editing skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy and a knowledge of AP Style
• Budget management experience

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders
• Strong project management skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled
Application review may begin on October 13, 2025.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.