Communications and Marketing Officer - East Georgia

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher learning south of Atlanta, and one of the most dynamic public universities in the Southeast.

Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern has grown from a single-purpose college into a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with 149 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, serving 31,600 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and more than 100 nations.

Four distinct campuses extend Georgia Southern's reach across the region: a 900-acre quintessential college campus in Statesboro, anchored by Georgian-style red-brick buildings set among oaks and pines; the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, minutes from historic downtown and a short drive from the beaches of Tybee Island; a modern, purpose-built facility in Hinesville serving local and military-affiliated students; and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro, an outdoor oasis nestled on a 385-acre pine forest, offering expanded pathways to higher education for students across southeast Georgia.

Through ten colleges, the Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing, the College of Arts and Humanities, the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the College of Education, the College of Science and Mathematics, the Jack N. Averitt College of Graduate Studies, the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, the Parker College of Business, the Waters College of Health Professions and University College, Georgia Southern delivers academic programs backed by real-world experience, research with regional and national impact, and a faculty committed to helping every student go further than they thought possible.

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and holding specialized accreditation across its professional programs, Georgia Southern prepares graduates who are ready to lead, contribute and soar beyond, in Georgia, across the nation and around the world.

For more information, visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu.

Swainsboro Campus - Swainsboro, GA

University Communications & Marketing

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 Universitys communications and marketing strategy.

The Communications and Marketing Officer will be an integral member of the University's communications team, reporting to the Communications and Marketing Manager for Academic Services. 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.

• Serves as a marketing resource for the University College and Access Campus admissions, coordinating recruitment marketing efforts with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and University Communications and Marketing (UCM) in support of Strategic Enrollment Plan goals for the campuses
• In conjunction with UCM, reviews University College and Access Campus admissions marketing materials across print, digital, web and social channels to ensure consistent brand identity, voice and messaging in alignment with University brand standards
• Share important academic successes, student highlights and news for inclusion in University-level promotions and channels
• Lead college social media efforts
• Support efforts to increase student enrollment and engagement for colleges and degree programs

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Communication Arts or related degree

Required Experience

• Two (2) years experience in related field

$24.04 per hour

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

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

• Schedule of Availability

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

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• 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

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Demonstrated creativity, invention, imagination, originality, and talent in branding, digital marketing, message development, and strategic marketing
• Demonstrated proficiency working with social media monitoring and analytics tactics, tools and data
• Demonstrated proficiency working with major social media channels, including Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube

December 15, 2026

Application review may begin as early as November 9, 2026.

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.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work generally performed in an office environment.
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours.
• Travel may be required.

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