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Posting Number F2405P Working Title Associate Director of Governmental Training, Education, and Development Division Department PSO-Carl Vinson Inst of Govt About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgias oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/) . The proof is in our more than 235 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 Universitys 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 Universitys 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 formed School of Medicine.

About The College/Unit/Department

The UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government Who We Are

As a Public Service and Outreach unit at the University of Georgia, the UGA Institute of Government contributes directly to the universitys overarching public service mission of improving peoples lives by helping to create jobs and prosperity, developing leaders, and addressing critical issues. This public service mission, and the Institute of Governments role in its success, is at the heart of UGAs land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia and its residents.

We have a team of experts who inform, inspire, and innovate every day so that governments, large and small, can be more efficient and responsive to their citizens, address current and emerging challenges, and serve the public with excellence. We are uniquely positioned to provide impartial support to local governments and state agencies and convene multidisciplinary and intragovernmental groups to plan for and address many of the challenges faced by communities across Georgia.

Our areas of expertise and focus include workforce and economic development; infrastructure and community resilience; government operations and organizational effectiveness; measuring and reporting on impact and outcomes; building skills, knowledge and capacity of government leaders and teams; and maximizing technology and data for governments and their leaders.

Whether it is through our award-winning PROPEL (Planning Rural Opportunities for Prosperity and Economic Leadership) program for rural communities, our CyberArch student program that helps Georgia communities increase their cybersecurity, our efforts to build a visionary plan for military and community partnerships to spur economic prosperity and resilient infrastructure, our financial management certificate program to build the capacity of public officials, or hosting educational events about e-mobility strategies for local governments . We Know Georgia. Fulfilling our land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia is more than a project. Its our purpose.

We are growing and excited to add individuals to our team who share our commitment to public service building stronger communities, inspiring economic resilience, and improving quality of life for communities across Georgia and beyond.

Our Culture How We Operate

We disseminate knowledge through research, scholarship, and instruction. We collaborate internally across our areas of expertise and across the university with academic researchers to bring best practices and expert insights to the governments and communities we serve. We are committed to fielding a team of diverse experts who are grounded in our culture of excellence and approach our work with Georgias governments in a comprehensive and objective fashion

College/Unit/Department website www.CVIOG.uga.edu Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Compensation will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant Anticipated Start Date 10/01/2025 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 06/18/2025 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Compensation will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. Candidates will be considered for the position until it is filled. Application materials should include a cover letter, curriculum vita, a brief writing sample from a technical report, and three references with contact information. The finalists for the position will be required to provide three letters of recommendation. All applicants must apply through UGAJobs to be considered for the position.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO 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 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 online 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 online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Public Service Professional AC FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications

A Masters degree in Public Administration or related field is required.

Position Summary

The Carl Vinson Institute of Government at The University of Georgia invites applications for a Public Service Faculty position in the Governmental Training, Education and Development (GTED) Division. The position will be available October 1, 2025 and carries rank in the public service faculty career ladder of the University. This is an administrative, untenured public service faculty appointment in the public service faculty career ladder at The University of Georgia. Rank on hire will depend on the candidates qualifications and experience, according to Public Service and Outreach Appointment and Promotion Guidelines found here: Promotions UGA Public Service and Outreach .

As a member of the Institute of Governments executive management team, the position reports to the Director of the Institute and is responsible for establishing strategy for and managing the daily operations of the Governmental Training , Education, and Development (GTED) Divisions 35+ faculty and staff. GTED is responsible for the governmental training and education programs of the Institute of Government, including leadership development and financial management training programs. The GTED Associate Director works with officials and staff from local and state governments to develop and provide training for multiple state agencies and a variety of local government professional associations across the state of Georgia and is responsible for ensuring their effectiveness in meeting the needs of governments and their leaders across the state.

Candidates must be able to successfully negotiate contracts, continually assess the impact, quality and effectiveness of training programs in consultation with partners and GTED faculty and be proactive in implementing program and administrative changes when necessary. The position requires supervision of faculty and staff located in the Institute of Governments Athens, Gwinnett, and Atlanta offices and management of diverse contracts and grants.

Responsibilities

Direct, manage, and participate in division and Institute activities. Direct all division governmental training programs of the Institute. Manage, monitor and evaluate all leadership development, financial management, and online certification and certificate programs for state and local government elected officials and staff in Georgia. Manage, monitor and evaluate all leadership development, financial management, and online certification and certificate programs for state and local government appointed practitioners in Georgia. Manage and develop training programs and related materials, supplementary materials, instructor manuals, activities and procedural manuals, and other instructional aids. Manage the coordination function of all state and local government leadership development, financial management, and online training education, service requests and arrangements for delivery of training. Manage and coordinate all division contract management and all financial management operations for the division. Supervise, coach and develop all division faculty, staff, part-time instructors, and consultants. Support Institute delivery of technical assistance, consultation, and other services to state and local government in Georgia. Establish and maintain relationships with state agency executives and leadership, executive directors of the county and municipal associations, and the presidents of associations responsible for the training and development of their professional practitioner members. Participate and work with professional development organizations. Direct and/or work with faculty, professional staff, and others to complete projects and accomplish goals. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of Public Service Assistant, Public Service Associate, or Senior Public Service Associate.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of state and local government political structure, functions, and operations. Knowledge of state and local government current and emerging trends, issues, and challenges in Georgia. Ability to learn, adapt, and apply new adult learning technologies in training and development service delivery. Ability to develop learning programs and related curriculum and educational materials at a level appropriate for the user. Ability to develop and manage budgets associated with contracts or grant projects. Ability to develop and manage the budget for the division and its annual operations. Ability to manage complex long-term projects and client relationships. Ability to take initiative and work independently. Ability to develop and apply creative solutions to complex problems. Advanced skills in communications, verbal and written, for large and small audiences. Advanced skills in marketing and new business development. Advanced skills in establishing priorities, organizing and delegating work. Advanced administrative, management, and supervisory skills. Ability to effectively coach, develop, motivate and engage employees.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Masters degree in Public Administration or related field is required; a similar terminal degree is preferred. The position requires a strong knowledge and extensive (10+ years) experience in governmental training and education and a distinguished record at the executive level in local or state government.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies

Working knowledge of Georgia local and state government structure, operations and administration. Knowledge of the development of training and development programs, curriculum and education materials, instruction and facilitation, and service delivery. Proficiency in leading teams, managing faculty and staff, and managing, administering, and assessing impact of educational programs. Background in contract / grant development, negotiation and management. Proficiency managing finances for an organizational unit.

Given that the Associate Director will spend considerable time working directly with state and local officials, including elected, appointed, and staff, it is critical that the candidate possess the desire, ability, and background to interact in a very positive and supportive manner with these important partners of the Institute of Government. The successful candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as an appreciation for the complexities involved in working in a political setting.

The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to lead people and manage finances while relating to clients of the Institute of Governments programs.

Physical Demands

Work is typically performed in office setting. Extensive travel in the State is necessary, with some out-of-state travel required at times.

Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes 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 .

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