Regional Community Relations Manager- North Georgia

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Teachers Retirement System

Earned vacation time

Sick leave

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Augusta University in Augusta, GA seeks a Regional Community Relations Manager to lead North Georgia community engagement by connecting communities to the University's expertise and resources. You'll build partnerships with civic leaders, plan regional events, and collaborate with communications, marketing, and government relations to amplify the University's regional impact.

A bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience are required; a master's degree and public university

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field with five years of experience in community relations, public affairs, or external engagement.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field is preferred.
• Experience within a public research university or similarly complex organization is desirable.
• Familiarity with Georgia's civic and economic development landscape.

Responsibilities

• Build partnerships with civic leaders, chambers, and development authorities.
• Support regional programs, events, and outreach initiatives.
• Represent Augusta University at regional meetings and forums.
• Plan, develop, and execute signature events and engagement initiatives across North Georgia.

Skills

Partnership development

Written and verbal communications

Organizational and reporting skills

Trust-building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Regional Community Relations Manager - North Georgia

Job ID: 302972

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

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 30912Our Summerville Campus:2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College / Department Information

The Corporate & Community Engagement team serves as Augusta University's bridge between campus and community, fostering collaborations that drive innovation, workforce development, and regional growth.

By cultivating partnerships with industry, government, and nonprofits, the department advances research, supports entrepreneurship, and strengthens economic vitality across Georgia. Its mission is to connect the university's expertise and resources with community needs, creating opportunities that benefit students, partners, and the state's economy.

Our team includes Corporate Engagement, Economic & Workforce Development, Community Engagement, Continuing Education, and Regional Community Relations.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Regional Community Relations, the Regional Community Relations Manager Leads Augusta University's community engagement efforts across North Georgia, connecting communities to University expertise and resources. Helps to amplify Augusta University's impact, its institutional priorities and its brand in North Georgia.

Responsibilities

COMMUNITY RELATIONS

• Build partnerships with civic leaders, chambers, and development authorities.
• Support regional programs, events, and outreach initiatives.
• Represent Augusta University at regional meetings and forums.
• Identify opportunities aligned with regional workforce and healthcare priorities.

COORDINATE AND IMPLEMENT REGIONAL EVENTS

• Plan, develop, and execute signature events, regional programs, and engagement initiatives that advance Augusta University's regional community relations strategy.
• Design and deliver high-impact community-facing events including forums, roundtables, receptions, campus-to-community activations, and regional convenings.
• Collaborate with regional staff, government relations, academic units, corporate and community engagement teams, and external partners to ensure events align with institutional priorities and brand standards.
• Organize event logistics, budgeting, timelines, vendor coordination, and on-site execution to ensure professional, consistent delivery across regions.
• Leverage events and programs to strengthen relationships with civic leaders, chambers of commerce, economic development authorities, and visitor bureaus.
• Evaluate event outcomes and participation data to assess impact and inform continuous improvement.

AMPLIFY AUGUSTA UNIVERSITYS IMPACT IN NORTH GEORGIA

• Coordinate with MCG Northwest Campus, MCG Communications and Area Health Education Center to understand story opportunities.
• Collaborate with communications, marketing, alumni relations, government relations, corporate relations, and philanthropy and philanthropy teams to ensure consistent messaging.
• Elevate awareness of Augusta University's contributions to regional economies and communities.

ASSESSMENT

• Record interactions in specific area.
• Report engagement outcomes to leadership.

OTHER

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related field with five years of experience in community relations, public affairs, or external engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.

Experience within a public research university or similarly complex organization.

Familiarity with Georgia's civic and economic development landscape.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

• Understanding of North Georgia community dynamics.
• Knowledge of North Georgia manufacturing and workforce ecosystem
• Event coordination and outreach experience.

SKILLS

• Strong partnership development skills
• Effective written and verbal communications
• Strong organizational and reporting skills
• Strong communication and trust-building skills

ABILITIES

• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently

Shift / Salary / Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)

Pay Band: B13

Salary: Minimum $68,500/annual - Midpoint: $87,300/annual

Salary to be commensurate with the qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) of the position.

Recruitment Period: 9/9/2026 - Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan)
• Earned vacation time
• Sick leave
• 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!

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.

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.