Director, UGA Mentor Program

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S15195P Working Title Director, UGA Mentor Program Department DAR-Career Center About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

Division of Development and Alumni Relations

The Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives, and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building, and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities.

Career Center

The University of Georgia Career Center is the provider of centralized career services to undergraduate, graduate students, and alumni at The University of Georgia. Career Center staff work collaboratively with faculty and staff of all departments to enhance the career success of University of Georgia students/alumni. Several of the "nuts & bolts" services the UGA Career Center provides to its students include career counseling, job search training, and opportunities to connect with employers.

The Career Center also serves as a corporate gateway to the University by helping employers meet key faculty/staff, understand culture and curriculum, and successfully recruit UGA students and alumni. A broad group of corporate, government, and nonprofit employers recruit at The University of Georgia, and the Career Center facilitates this process through career fairs, on-campus interviews, and a variety of recruiting and educational programs and events.

College/Unit/Department website www.career.uga.edu Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

8:00am-5:00pm; Willing and able to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.

Advertised Salary $82,500+ commensurate with qualifications and experience Posting Date 05/22/2026 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 08/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants

• This position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 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 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title Career Services Manager FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent plus 10 years of professional experience to include 3 years of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading or being a significant part of an established mentorship program in higher education
• Experience leading a university-wide program
• Supervisory Experience
• Experience being a part of a departmental leadership team
• Master's degree in higher education, student personnel administration, or related field
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and is resourceful and self-reliant to manage and scale a university-wide Mentor Program
• Strong leadership skills to influence a culture of mentorship at UGA
• A professional with a background in serving students, experience in building and maintaining relationships, and marketing experience

Position Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director of the Career Center, the Director position holds the major responsibility of leading the UGA Mentor Program, which connects students to UGA alumni and friends/affiliates of the university. The Director supervises a team of coordinators, with additional program support provided by graduate assistants, undergraduate student assistants, and student ambassadors.

The position develops an annual strategic plan that includes orientations, marketing and communication, outreach, education, and program assessment. As a mentoring advocate, this individual is familiar with all campus mentorship programs and facilitates meetings for and shares resources with UGA campus partners. The Director plays a leading role at the institutional level to build community among mentoring scholars and practitioners with the mission to foster a culture of mentoring across the University.

The Director also serves as a vital leadership team member on the Career Center team, innovating and designing initiatives to better support the career development of students and contributing in significant ways on Career Center committees. The position advances the mission of the Division by developing partnerships to increase alumni engagement and philanthropy goals.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Possess excellent technical skills, be adept at engaging others through collaboration, and have the ability to take initiative to grow the program
• Strong communication skills and ability to develop and cultivate relationships
• Strong project management skills
• Strong program management skills
• Ability to innovate, incubate, and launch mentoring and career development initiatives

Additional Division Expectations:

• Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment.
• Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting are expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation.

Physical Demands

• Work in a standard office environment
• Travel in and out of state if necessary
• Work nights and weekends as necessary
• Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondence, and social media
• Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listening
• Organize and establish priorities; Remember detail; multi-task
• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Walk, stand, stoop, lift, kneel, climb

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Provide Enterprise-Level Strategic Leadership for University-Wide Mentoring

• Set and lead a long-term, multi-year strategic vision for mentoring as a core component of the university's career development, alumni engagement, and advancement strategy.
• Lead university-wide initiatives to expand mentoring access, with a strong focus on increasing the number of students participating in the program.
• Serve as the institution's senior authority on mentoring, establishing university-wide standards, policies, and scalable frameworks adopted across all schools, colleges, and campuses.
• Advise senior university leadership (e.g., President's Office, Vice Presidents, Deans) on mentoring strategy, engagement models, and alignment with institutional priorities.
• Develop and manage high-level partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including Development & Alumni Relations, academic leadership, employer partners, and governing and volunteer boards.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Oversee Program Expansion and Effectiveness

• Establish a long-term, data-driven strategy to:

• Significantly increase the number of students participating in the Mentor Program.

• Expand the career development component within the program.

• Ensure effectiveness in program delivery, including virtual engagement, cohort-based mentoring, and integration with career development initiatives across campus.

• Ensure operational alignment across decentralized units, reducing duplication and increasing efficiency across mentoring-related efforts on campus.

• Design and execute mentor stewardship strategies and a stewardship matrix to steward mentors.

• Represent the university at national and international levels, positioning UGA as a leader in mentoring innovation and student engagement.

• Represent the UGA Mentor Program/Career Center on committees across campus.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Provide Executive Oversight of Data, Assessment, and Technology Strategy

• Establish a comprehensive data strategy to measure mentoring outcomes, student success indicators, alumni engagement, and return on investment.
• Oversee development of dashboards, reports, and executive briefings for senior leadership, boards, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure data integrity, compliance, and alignment with institutional research and advancement systems.
• Leverage data insights to inform strategic decisions, resource allocation, and continuous program improvement.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies and platforms to enhance program reach, engagement, and user experience.
• Collaborate with Advancement Services to add interactions, attributes, and relationships in the Giving and Alumni Information Link (GAIL) database to improve our alumni relations and development efforts.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

Lead and Develop High-Performing Teams and Organizational Capacity

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for professional staff, including hiring, performance management, and succession planning.
• Build organizational capacity to support long-term program growth and sustainability.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration within the team and across campus partners.
• Develop training and professional development frameworks for staff and campus stakeholders engaged in mentoring.

Percentage of time 20

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Development & Alumni Relations' Office of Talent Management Recruitment Contact Email dartalent@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this job opportunity in the Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DAR)?
• Chronicle of Higher Education
• DAR Careers Page
• Handshake
• Insight Into Academia
• Inside Higher Ed
• LinkedIn
• UGAJobs (UGA's job board)
• Other (Please provide name of source)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents