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Digital Communications Specialist (Temp)

Georgia State University
$30.00 / hr
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
1 Park Place (Show on map)
Nov 21, 2025
Description : Digital Communications Specialist (Temp) College of Law Georgia State University Georgia State Law is a dynamic urban-centered law school located in the heart of Atlanta with approximately 650 full-time and part-time law students. The school maintains a talented workforce dedicated to supporting strategic initiatives that prepare students for success in professional environments. Our staff positions provide outstanding opportunities for learning, advancement and growth, and we encourage applications from candidates who would enrich the diversity of our staff. Georgia State University College of Law is currently seeking a part-time Digital Communications Specialist (Temp). This role is essential in raising the college's profile as a national leader in legal education. This position supports the development and implementation of a digital communications strategy to assist with all aspects of the College of Law, including external and internal communication initiatives. WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE? Flexible work environment. A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners. Professional development opportunity and mentorship. A rapidly growing center within an academic setting. WHAT WILL YOU DO: Reporting to the Director of Law Communications and Strategic Marketing Development, the professional who fills this position will be responsible for strategically managing the College of Law's social media channels, including LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. In addition, the digital communications specialist will develop newsletter content and write feature stories for the College of Law website and the annual digital magazine. The Digital Communications Specialist will also assist the team with managing project requests from departments, centers, clinics and others. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Monitoring analytics for the COL social media channels, using the results to inform data-driven decisions and creating a monthly analytics report. Using the latest online tools to enhance COL's social media content, drive traffic, and raise awareness of the COL brand. Planning, implementing, and monitoring a Digital Media strategy to increase brand awareness and improve marketing efforts. Ensures all digital components are branded properly and in line with the COL brand and the university style guide. This position will be responsible for writing and editing content for COL social media channels and the website. Supports and enhances internal and external communications initiatives to improve how the College of Law connects with the public, stakeholders and the COL community, utilizing traditional and digital marketing efforts. Maintains an archive system for Law Communication projects and works along with the director and assistant director to design, develop and publish the College of Law magazine once a year. Supports Law Communications with project management and general assignments. Ensures the editorial and graphic identity of marketing materials meet guidelines. Disclaimer : This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor. Qualifications : Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience; or a combination of education and experience. Preferred Requirements: Minimum of 4 years experience working in journalism, communications, marketing Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, New Media or Journalism Experience with managing professional social media channels, writing content with minimal errors, working with a social media scheduling tool. Experience capturing and editing images and video content is a plus but not required. The ideal candidate must be organized, deadline-driven, apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills and be enthusiastic about working with stakeholders, both internal and external to the College of Law. Department : Law Communications Location : Atlanta Campus Shift : Part-time / 25 hours a week. Salary : $30.00/hour Pay Grade : Temp FLSA Status : Non-Exempt Job Type : Temporary Work Job Posting : 11/21/25, 6:42:45 PM Closing Date : 12/06/25, 4:59:00 AM Special Instructions : To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents: A complete and accurate GSU application Resume Georgia State University Values : COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents USG Core Value Statement : The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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 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 : Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy),, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions., This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law,, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. Background Check : Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record. Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office. Please note, Georgia State University's career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.