Student Experience and Programs Coordinator

About the role

The Student Experience and Programs Coordinator will manage, administer, and provide operational and administrative coordination for established student programs and initiatives across the Carl Vinson Institute of Government (Institute), which currently include: the Vinson Institute Fellows Program, PROPEL Rural Scholars Program, and Georgia Legislative Internship Program (GLIP); as well as new student orientation, student engagement, student professional development, and student recruitment efforts.

Responsibilities

• Support student participation, mentor engagement, meetings, communications, events and program logistics.
• Collaborate with the HR team on the broader student employee experience.
• Collaborate internally across each of the Institute’s eight divisions to accomplish tasks.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with external stakeholders, including but not limited to, schools/colleges, Graduate School, Experiential Learning, Student Affairs, Office of Academic and Community Engagement, Career Center, etc to support coordination and communication efforts related to student engagement programs and experiential learning opportunities.
• Manage operational activities, implement program processes, and support ongoing program administration and evaluation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience.
• The preferred qualifications for this position include a master’s degree in higher education, student personnel administration, or related field. Career services, student affairs, and/or mentorship program experience is preferred.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Competencies: Understand and appreciate the values of excellence, integrity, innovation, and public service. Ability to coordinate multiple student programs, projects, and operational activities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and professionalism. Strong organizational skills to manage a high volume of multi-faceted tasks in a timely manner. Possess strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative work style, and excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Demonstrate excellent time management and the ability to prioritize multiple competing priorities. Creative thinker who can receive constructive feedback on ideas. Articulate a proposal clearly and concisely for a new strategy or solution to a problem so that others can quickly and easily understand. Establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Drive long distances within the state of Georgia
Sit and work at a computer workstation for an extended amount of time
Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

Benefits

Normal business hours are M-F, 8-5. There may be an occasional need for after hours.

Pay

Commensurate with Experience

Schedule

Full Time

Physical Demands

Drive long distances within the state of Georgia
Sit and work at a computer workstation for an extended amount of time
Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

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 3-5 years of professional references).

Additional Information

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).