Outreach & Engagement Coordinator

About Us

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the states designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.

As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.

Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking.

The universitys beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery OConnor, 45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at OConnors former home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.

Georgia College & State University is dedicated to protecting academic freedom in addition to supporting freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgias Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct. For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu.

Job Summary

The Outreach & Engagement Coordinator plays a key role in advancing the external visibility, community relationships, and strategic communications of the College of Arts & Sciences (COAS). This position is responsible for planning and coordinating college-wide events, including community outreach forums and networking events for students, alumni, and executive stakeholders. The Coordinator supports the COAS Leadership Board and collaborates with campus and community partners to strengthen employer relations and career-focused initiatives.

The position also leads marketing and communications efforts for the College, including social media management, content creation, website maintenance, newsletter production, and advertising. The Coordinator provides day-to-day guidance to student workers and interns, supports internship development, and assists with recruitment marketing. Occasional in-state travel is required to support events and outreach initiatives.

Responsibilities

Marketing & Communications - 35%

• Coordinate and maintain the colleges social media presence across platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, GCSU Front Page), posting regularly and engaging with internal and external constituencies.
• Assist with maintaining and updating the COAS website and promotional materials to ensure content accuracy and alignment with institutional branding.
• Design, proof, and finalize advertisements for marketing campaigns, ensuring consistency with college and university brand standards.
• Develop relationships within the college to gather information and identify newsworthy stories, achievements, and events for promotion.
• Collaborate with University Communications to implement the colleges communications strategy.
• Plan, write, and distribute the college newsletter on a regular and timely basis.

Leadership Board & Stakeholder Engagement - 10%

• Provide support to the Dean in managing relationships with various stakeholders, including members of the COAS Leadership Board.
• Coordinate Leadership Board meeting logistics, ensure attendance, and facilitate meaningful student involvement in outreach activities.
• Assist the Dean and COAS Senior Development Officer in engaging board members to secure external support for college priorities.
• Cultivate ongoing engagement with board members and community partners through professional relationship-building and strategic outreach.
• Identify opportunities for community collaboration and help develop initiatives that advance the Colleges external relationships.

Event Planning & Coordination - 35%

• Plan and coordinate college-wide events, including community outreach forums, networking events, and programs for students, alumni, and executive stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Dean and University Advancement to support events aligned with college and institutional priorities.
• Coordinate all event logistics following Dean review, including venue selection, catering, advertising, budget management, and vendor communication.
• Provide general support for events hosted by the Deans office, including guest greetings, setup, and communication with external constituencies.
• Ensure all events align with the Colleges strategic goals and deliver a professional, welcoming experience for all attendees.

Other Duties - 5%

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the Deans office and overall College operations.
• Represent the Deans office at campus events, divisional meetings, and cross-departmental initiatives as needed.

Recruitment Support & Metrics - 5%

• Compile and report engagement and marketing metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of campaigns and outreach initiatives.
• Plan and coordinate the ordering of promotional items in support of college events and recruitment efforts.
• Provide marketing and communications support to departments and programs engaged in student recruitment activities.

Student & Intern Support - 10%

• Provide day-to-day task guidance and direction to student workers and interns assisting with communications and event planning.
• Route internship requests from external stakeholders to the appropriate departmental contacts and facilitate the development of new internship opportunities in the community.
• Communicate with academic departments regarding internship requests and help support the expansion of experiential learning partnerships.
• Assist departments and programs in the design and development of recruitment marketing materials, including banners, flyers, and digital assets.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

Bachelors degree

Preferred Experience

At least one (1) year related experience

Proposed Salary

This position is a pay grade 7. The available salary range is $40,729.00 to $59,068.00. Starting salary within this range is based on relevant years of experience.

For more information about GCSU compensation practices, click here: https://www.gcsu.edu/humanresources/pay-grade-structure.

Required Documents to Attach

Please make sure to include the following with your application:

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, students, alumni, community partners, and executive stakeholders in support of college-wide goals.

Ability to manage the Colleges social media presence, website, and newsletter, ensuring content is current, accurate, and aligned with institutional branding.

Ability to provide day-to-day guidance to student workers and interns, and assist departments in developing recruitment marketing materials.

Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to travel in-state as needed to support events and outreach activities.

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of event planning principles, including logistics coordination, vendor management, site selection, and budget oversight.

Knowledge of marketing and communications strategies, including digital, print, and social media channels, and best practices for institutional engagement across platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn).

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and standard office productivity software.

SKILLS

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, professional content across newsletters, advertisements, website copy, and correspondence.

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and competing deadlines.

Skills in social media content creation, scheduling, audience engagement, and designing promotional materials including digital graphics, flyers, and banner.

Event planning and coordination skills, including scheduling, logistics, vendor communication, and on-site support.

Skills in compiling and reporting engagement and marketing metrics to evaluate campaign effectiveness.

USG Core Values

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individuals age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individuals protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individuals protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Criminal Background Check
• Education Verification