Savannah State University is hiring: Public Relations and New Media Faculty (Ope

Job Title: Public Relations and New Media Faculty (Open Rank)
Location: Savannah State Recruiting Loc
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 276499
About Us

Savannah State University established in 1890, is the first public historically black college or university in the state of Georgia and the first institution of higher learning in the city of Savannah. The university's students select majors from four colleges Business Administration, Education, Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, and Sciences and Technology. The campus is by far the most picturesque in the state of Georgia. The moss-laden sweeping oak trees, expansive marsh and historic architecture create a resplendent yet tranquil atmosphere. Beneath the beauty and splendor is a vibrant residential campus bursting at the seams with the vim and vigor of quality collegiate life: relevant academic majors, engaging lectures, cutting-edge research, quality student-faculty engagement and a nurturing environment.

Job Summary

Savannah State University seeks applications for an open-rank faculty in public relations and new media in the Department of Journalism and Mass Communications to begin August 1, 2025. This position will teach undergraduate courses in public relations and strategic communication, strategic communication campaigns, strategic communication principles, social media, data visualization, sports communications, crisis management, health communication, mass media and society, all from a multimedia approach. The ideal candidate will also have the expertise to help move the department forward in the areas of AI, virtual and augmented realities. The ideal candidate will also have proficiency in web design, audio and video editing.

The candidate could also be asked to teach courses in Area F (major core) and other common/general courses. Having the ability and experience to teach video production and scriptwriting courses is a plus. Applicants must demonstrate sufficient academic qualifications and professional experience in strategic communication.

The candidate must demonstrate experience with professional multimedia software such as Adobe applications for video editing and be willing to learn and help grow the increasing online offerings. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a full load (4/4), maintain research productivity, and provide service to the department (student advisement, departmental committees, and student organizations) and to the University.

This position will support our ACEJMC accreditation efforts and contribute to the program's assessment. May be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically delineated in this description. Must show evidence and promise of scholarly or creative productivity.

Required Qualifications

An earned MA, MFA, or Ph.D. in Mass Communications or a closely related field by August 1, 2025. For a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor, an MFA or Ph.D. is required. ABD accepted with a definite completion date. Must demonstrate strong technology experience in both teaching with technology and teaching students how to use technology in journalism. Must be able to teach graphic design, layout, data visualization for web, video, and print publications.

Must be proficient with video editing, Adobe software, and other software standard for the news industry; excellent communication skills required.Experience managing experiential multi-platform environments and ability to support additional journalism course offerings, i.e., sports reporting.The selected candidate must be able to work collaboratively with all students and faculty. Professional experience and the ability to teach PR courses are a plus.

NOTE: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas.

Proposed Salary

The salary range for this position is $55,000.00 - $59,780.00.

Apply Before Date

Review of applications will begin upon receipt. Application deadline: January 3, 2025.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.

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.

Institutional Values

Savannah State University's Core Values: T.I.G.E.R

• Teamwork is our distinction. Through mutual support, cooperation, encouragement, and shared goals, we at SSU believe that by working together, our university family of student, faculty, staff, alums and community supporters are serving and advancing our institution.

• Integrity as we will act honestly, fairly, impartially, unbiased and ethically, creating a trust that is evident in all University activities and decision-making.

• Greatness in our transformation and wisdom as we maximize the potential in each student through a nurturing environment in which our resources are safeguarded, and we are good stewards of the human, intellectual, physical, and fiscal resources given to our care.

• Excellence is our campus standard. Through the performance of campus duties, a commitment to the greatness of teaching and learning, scholarship, student engagement, stewardship and tradition, SSU will continue to be the catalyst for innovation and discovery.

• Respect through recognizing the inherent dignity and rights of every person. We will do our utmost to fulfill our resulting responsibility to treat each person with fairness, compassion and decency.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Savannah State University, as determined by Savannah State University, its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Savannah State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Savannah State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Savannah State University, Office of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu.

Special Applicant Instructions

For full consideration:

• Applicants must attach cover letter and CV.
• Applicants must include a list containing the name, e-mail address and telephone number for three professional references (e.g. supervisor, mentor, colleague).

• Applicants must upload transcript(s) with the application.Unofficial are acceptable.Official transcript(s) required upon hire.