Director, GCITC Outreach and Engagement
Job ID: 288327
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 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 online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
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Location
Augusta University -
Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center is the single largest investment in a cybersecurity facility in the nation to date. The $100 million facility will help to fill the current and growing shortage of cybersecurity talent in the state and nation. The Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center represents a unique public/private partnership that includes Augusta University, Augusta Technical College, the University System of Georgia's research institutions, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, and other state, federal, and private-sector partners working together to meet this workforce demand and to innovate, train, and strengthen defenses.
The state-of-the-art Center is located in the growing cybersecurity corridor in Augusta, Georgia, that is also home to the U.S. Army Cyber Command and Cyber School of Excellence at Fort Eisenhower. The Center is located on the downtown campus of Augusta University and houses the School of Computer and Cyber Sciences.
Job Summary
This position builds awareness within the state of Georgia of GCITC's presence, programs, product offerings, and partnership opportunities. Serves as the GCITC's principal liaison to AU's Department of Communications and Marketing. Promotes GCITC leasing opportunities by developing leads and marketing strategies, and by representing the GCITC to potential leaseholders/partners. Promotes the GCITC via digital, physical, print, and airwave channels. Serves as GCITC brand steward. Cultivates the Georgia cybersecurity community by hosting GCITC promotional and partnership events, and working with Georgia and regional partners to make the area more attractive for industry talents.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
Mission and Strategy: Works with the GCITC Executive Director and staff to ensure that the GCITC vision and mission are fulfilled in support of AU cybersecurity educational programs. This will be accomplished through marketing and communication planning and programs. Drives promotion of GCITC programs and facilities to ensure that the GCITC is well-positioned to fulfill its marketing strategy and goals. Implements promotional programs to drive awareness and support of GCITC programs, to support business development opportunities, and help the GCITC reach its overall mission.
General Governance: Works with GCITC Leadership, in conjunction with Augusta University, Augusta Tech, and other executive stakeholders, to properly promote the GCITC to the cybersecurity community and industry at large. Ensures the success of the GCITC's positive brand and image, and recognition of the GCITC as the leader in cybersecurity training, education, innovation, and practice. Represents GCITC programs to the cybersecurity community and industry at large. Serves as the GCITC's principal liaison to AU's Department of Communications and Marketing. Aligns branding and appropriate marketing efforts in conjunction with AU's standards and guidelines
Develops and manages an annual marketing and communication budget. Develops relationships and opportunities with cybersecurity community contacts, including GCITC prospects and clients. Remains competent and current on latest cybersecurity advancements and market opportunities through self- directed professional reading, professional networking, and training.
Promotion and Advocacy: Works with GCITC Leadership and staff to coordinate community outreach, connecting GCITC programs with the needs of the cybersecurity community and other key stakeholders. Responsible for planning and implementing marketing and promotional program/product development programs, both short and long-term, targeted toward existing and new markets and clients. Supports the GCITC Executive Director (GCITC's primary spokesperson to constituents, the media, and the public) and engages the GCITC Executive Director and other GCITC leadership for needed promotional activities. Builds, enhances, and manages, the GCITC's image and brand by being active and visible in the community, developing, and attending promotional programming, and by working closely with professional, civic, and private organizations. Identifies, coordinates, and delivers promotional events and activities to drive positive awareness of the GCITC programs, offerings, and partnership opportunities.
Promotes GCITC leasing opportunities by developing leads and marketing strategies, and by representing the GCITC to potential leaseholders/partners. Identifies and manages channels for promoting GCITC programs, offerings, opportunities, successes, and accomplishments, to include digital and traditional media channels. Collaborates with the GCITC Executive Director and other GCITC directors to make decisions on GCITC brand definition and management (including visuals, logos, advertisements, etc.). Drives customer lead generation for GCITC programs, in collaboration with GCITC program leadership, to develop customer pipelines.
Executive Oversight of Outreach and Engagement Operations: Oversees and develops resources to ensure appropriate operation of the Outreach and Engagement unit. Oversees marketing and communication initiatives pertaining to the Cyber Range, GCITC Training and Services, Research, Entrepreneurship programs, and GCITC facilities. Assists GCITC Leadership with hiring and retention of qualified, competent Outreach and Engagement staff. Oversees employment and administrative policies and procedures for the Outreach and Engagement team, and for day-to-day business operations. Prepares and presents budget and revenue statements, which accurately reflect the financial performance of Outreach and Engagement programs.
OTHER DUTIES: Perform all other job-related duties assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Marketing, or Communications and a minimum of 5 years of demonstrated successful experience leading marketing or business development efforts in marketing and communication-related fields management experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications:
Master's degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field.
Preferred Experience:
At least 8 years of demonstrated successful experience leading marketing or business development efforts.
Work experience in marketing research.
Work experience in both traditional media relations and social media.
Work experience in event management.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Brand management experience
Experienced in use of industry standard office productivity and promotional software packages
Familiarity and knowledge of information technology and cybersecurity industry
SKILLS
Strong organizational skill including planning, delegating, marketing strategy and program development and task facilitation.
Strong oral and written communication skills
ABILITIES
Demonstrated ability to develop and oversee marketing and communication strategy, relationships with current clients, and growth of client base.
Ability to serve as key point of contact between the GCITC and its clients.
Ability to interface and engage with diverse staff, customers, and community stakeholders.
Strong public speaking and presentation ability.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)
Pay Grade: B17
Salary: Minimum: $109,500/annual
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
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