Public Relations Specialist Position Available In Cobb, Georgia

Public Relations Specialist
Kennesaw State University
in Kennesaw, GA

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Full-Time

Posted:

06/17/2025

Category:

Communications, Marketing, and Public Affairs; +1

Broadcasting, Radio, and Television Military Public Relations Specialist Job ID:

286295

Location:

Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time:

Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular About Us Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university’s vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU! Location (Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Job Summary Provides strategic council and works collaboratively with dean(s) and department head(s) on media and public relations activities that enhance the reputation of college(s) and/or department(s). Works collaboratively with university marketing on projects (e.g. providing earned media support for campaigns, etc.). Responsible for writing for a variety of media, both print and electronic, which may include: news and feature stories for the Kennesaw State University Magazine, writing for internal and external communication platforms, press releases, stories for the web, and other projects as assigned. Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develops written content, including feature stories, news releases and media advisories, but may also include blog posts, social media content, marketing copy, talking points and other forms of communication to help promote the assigned college/departments and university
2. Proactively identifies and develops story ideas (student, faculty and alumni successes, college/university initiatives, research, etc.) by building relationships with colleagues from the various academic and administrative units
3. Leads media relations efforts for assigned college and/or departments
4. Provides strategic public relations counsel and serves as liaison between the assigned college(s) and central communications office
5. Assists in the development and enhancement of the annual communications strategic plan
6. Develops and maintains relationships with reporters, producers and other stakeholders
7. Works collaboratively with college and University partners Required Qualifications Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field Required Experience
Four (4) years of experience in Journalism, Public Relations or related field Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Ability to work independently, make decisions and multi-task to balance multiple priorities
Ability to build relationships, work collaboratively and exhibit professional demeanor
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

Working knowledge of Associate Press Style
Knowledge of journalism principles and techniques SKILLS
Strong writing ability
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite, cloud-based applications)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette USG Core Values The University System of Georgia 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 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 Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu. 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 may travel 25% – 49% of the time
This position does not require security clearance. Background Check
Standard Enhanced
Education
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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