Executive Communications Director
Job ID: 293119
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 12,000 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.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Location
Augusta University
Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Job Summary
The Executive Communications Director is responsible for the management, planning, writing, and coordination of the communications efforts for the Office of the President at Augusta University. This position provides content, leadership, and oversight of all President's Office activities related to public relations and media relations, as well as digital, social media, and related communications. The Director works directly with the President, Chief of Staff, Communications and Marketing (C&M) leadership, and other senior leaders throughout the institution to increase visibility of the University - statewide, nationally, and internationally - and to continuously improve and enhance the quality and scope of internal and external communications, public and media relations, publications, and social media presence. The position reports to the EVP for Strategic Effectiveness and Chief of Staff.
Responsibilities
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WRITE AND EXECUTE A STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION PLAN: Lead and direct the President's Office Strategic Communication Plan to include coordinating internal and external communications strategy with the department of Communications & Marketing, as needed. Write key communications for the President to provide a consistent voice and messaging with faculty, staff, students, alumni, donors and other stakeholders, including initiating the writing of talking points, social media messages, website, notifications, correspondences, etc. Serve as a strategic steward of the President's voice to ensure messaging reflects institutional priorities and strengthens the Augusta University brand. Through thoughtful storytelling and alignment with brand values, elevate the President's platform as a catalyst for engagement and institutional pride.
COORDINATE PRESIDENT'S OFFICE RELATIONSHIP WITH COMMUNICATIONS: The Director collaborates with members of the Communications & Marketing team to ensure consistent messaging, compliance with brand standards, and support for a positive image for the University; approves video, stories, social media posts, and other collateral for the Office of the President; and, coordinates video production projects, to include content development, script writing and working with Communications & Marketing to complete video projects. Additionally, the Director collaborates with Communications & Marketing on the development of high-impact presentations and visual materials to support the President's speeches and public appearances, ensuring alignment with strategic messaging and four institutional priorities. These efforts help reinforce the President's voice and enhance the visibility and reputation of Augusta University across multiple audiences.
EXECUTIVE EDITOR OF AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY MAGAZINE: This position is executive editor of the Augusta University magazine, overseeing its development from the story budget to the final product. This includes leading meetings; getting input on story ideas and concepts from the President, Presidents Executive Cabinet, and Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement; writing stories; and, overseeing editing and design.
DEVELOP ARTICLES, PRESS RELEASES, ETC.: Develops articles, press releases, etc. Cultivates key relationships with local, state and national media contacts. Pitches stories to the media and responds to their expert requests. Partners with Communication & Marketing to identify story sources and ideas, such as what to highlight at upcoming Foundation Board meetings, Board of Regents activities, etc.
OTHER DUTIES:
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Journalism, English, Public Affairs, Communications, or related area of study. Seven years of experience in strategic communications/writing.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree. 10+ years of experience in strategic communications/writing.
Extensive knowledge of digital and interactive media best practices.
Experience in speech-writing at the executive level.
Demonstrated ability to supervise professional staff responsible for producing written and visual content across digital social and traditional media platforms.
Ability to meet tight deadlines and work on multiple projects simultaneously while managing competing priorities.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Memory for detail is essential.
A record of personal and professional integrity with the leadership style that promotes creativity, teamwork, and strategic thinking.

ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to interact with individuals from our variety of backgrounds and fields of expertise.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)
Pay Grade: B16
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: 12/5/25 - 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!
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search for Job ID: 293119.
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university.
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee.
If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365.
To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=293119&PostingSeq=1
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