Media Crisis Manager

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 Supports the planning and execution of strategic communications for the university community and stakeholders. Manages and coordinates the university's news and media team by overseeing public relations efforts that raise awareness and boost the university's reputation. Handles media inquiries, manages the team, and gathers and writes news content for the university's various media outlets. Supervises the media relations team and plays a key role on the university's crisis communication team. Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Leads and directs daily activities of the communications team to ensure content aligns with the mission and strategic vision of the university 2. Serves as the main point of contact for the Universitys membership in The Conversation and develops a sustainable plan to support and encourage faculty participation 3. Maintains key areas of the university website to ensure information is kept current (About KSU, Rankings, Points of Pride) 4. Prepares stories and press releases for media and web distribution 5. Maintains media relationships and accurate and current media contact lists 6. Maintains the university experts database, keeping it current 7. Drives team projects to completion with project management of deadlines, deliverables, and multiple constituencies 8. Coordinates with supervisor and members of staff for consistency of messaging and timely distribution of materials 9. Oversees media activities, elaborates on promoting the university and colleges, and works with the team to secure local, regional, and national media placements 10. Manages vendor relationships and services such as media monitoring, database, Expert File, and Newswise 11. Remains competent and current through professional reading, developing professional contacts, and attending professional development courses and/or training directed by the Assistant Vice President of Communications Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Communications, Marketing, Corporate Communications, or a related field. Other Required Qualifications Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license Required Experience Five (5) years of experience in the related field Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field Preferred Experience Experience working with the media Strong managerial experience Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES Able to work under pressure and set priorities in a fast-paced environment Able to think critically and analytically Adaptable and able to work independently and across teams Strong sense of ownership and ability to work across organizational boundaries to ensure timely completion of tasks Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time, meeting assigned deadlines KNOWLEDGE Knowledgeable of AP Style Results-oriented, enthusiastic, resourceful, and creative with a can-do positive attitude Exercises consistent sound judgment Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite) SKILLS Strong writing skills Organized, self-directed, and self-disciplined Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills 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 . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at . 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, . Other Information This is a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 25% - 49% of the time Background Check Standard Education DMV 9 Panel Lab Drug Test 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.

Created: 2026-03-17