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Sr. Marketing and Public Relations Professional

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Apr 27, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S15052P
Working Title	Sr. Marketing and Public Relations Professional
Department	CAES-Tifton Conf Center
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Schedule varies based on events and may include weekends and early mornings or late nights.
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	04/27/2026
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	06/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please include a list of references, resume, and cover letter.
Location of Vacancy	Tifton Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title	Marketing Comms Pro III
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary	The Senior Marketing and Public Relations Professional works with the Tifton Campus Conference Center director to create and utilize marketing programs and strategies to increase clientele. This role creates and maintains customer databases to use in the marketing program; consults and negotiates contracts with clients; provides clientele engagement, communications, and consultation services; participates and leads in relevant conference planning committees and meetings; manages the full onsite execution of highly complex events from start to finish; and works with the director on conference budget management and business recaps. They also supervise and train new conference planners and conduct their annual performance evaluations.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Extensive knowledge and skills related to marketing research methods, promotions and public relations Pleasant personality Ability to communicate with clients, co-workers, etc. Supervisory skills
Physical Demands	Lift lightweight materials Travel Driving as needed to perform job duties.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	No
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Marketing the Conference Center

Performs market research and works with the Director and UGA CAES to develop and implement consistent, cohesive marketing plans.
Supports center Director in all aspects of marketing by identifying and recruiting potential clients.
Contacts potential clients for recruiting purposes.
Engages in marketing and outreach activities to promote the conference center to clientele.
Meets with and advises clients on the various promotions that are available at the conference center.
Works with the local tourism board and Chamber of Commerce in promoting the UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center to new industry and residents who are moving to the state of Georgia, specifically Tifton and surrounding areas.
Compiles and manages client mailing and email databases to assist in implementing marketing programs that will target specific clientele, eventually reaching all markets with special event offerings that most closely relates to their particular business needs.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Supervisory Duties Training of new conference planners Supervising conference planners Perform annual evaluations of conference planners
Percentage of time	30

Duties/Responsibilities	Contract Negotiation Consults with vendors in negotiating contracts, budget management and business recaps. Participates in leadership conference planning committees and meetings. Coordinates onsite management of highly complex events.
Percentage of time	10