GCAC Program Coordinator

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Posting Number: S12618P

Working Title: GCAC Program Coordinator

Department: SRVPAA-Institute of Higher Ed

About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

About the College/Unit/Department: The Georgia College Advising Corps (GCAC) works in underserved high schools throughout Georgia to increase the number of low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented students who attend and complete higher education.

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Work Schedule: This position is based in the Atlanta area with in-person attendance required at meetings and events in Athens every 1-2 months. The position is primarily Monday-Friday with the possibility of occasional weekend work.

Advertised Salary: $52,000-$57,000

Posting Date: 09/05/2024

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 10/15/2024

Classification Title: Public Service Professional AD

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field.

Position Summary: The Program Coordinator will play an integral role in the success of the Georgia College Advising Corps, a college access program that places recent college graduates into Georgia high schools as near-peer college advisers. The Program Coordinator will support the director in the areas of program implementation and evaluation. This position will coordinate purchases, travel, and training for the advisers, coach advisers based in partner schools, lead recruitment, coordinate the interview process, and assist in matching advisers to available Atlanta Public School high schools.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Basic knowledge of UGA online business services system. Excellent organizational and written and verbal communication skills; ability to manage multiple tasks; experience working with budgets and spreadsheets; and understanding of human resources processes. Experience with college access programs, college enrollment functions, and/or K-12 school settings.

Physical Demands: Sit for extended periods of time. Some light lifting involved. Frequent travel to Atlanta and Athens. Driving is a responsibility of this position.

1. Manage operations in Atlanta by serving as a success coach for advisers in Atlanta Public Schools.


2. Coordinate the logistical needs of the program to facilitate training, travel, and meetings.


3. Lead new adviser recruitment through outreach to college student groups and career centers.


4. Collaborate with the program director to plan and deliver adviser training.


5. Participate in meetings with program staff, advisers, and program partners.

Recruitment Contact: Alyssa Yuhouse

Email:

Required Documents:

Resume/CV

Cover Letter