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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at policymanual/section6/C3 . Position Information Classification Title Public Service Professional AD FLSA Exempt FTE 1. Minimum Qualifications Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. Preferred Qualifications Master’s of Doctoral degree in related field. 2+ years experience with College access programs and/or admissions

Sponsored programs/grants/budget management

Supervisory experience Position Summary The director leads day-to-day operations for the Georgia College Advising Corps (GCAC), a near peer college access program which places recent college graduates in high schools for a maximum of two years of service to assist students in the college going process.

This position manages all aspects of this college advising program including personnel management; financial management; grant writing and donor development; high school relationships; curricular development, implementation and evaluation; and liaison to the national office. The program leader recruits and supervises + employees (advisers, program coordinator, graduate assistant, staff); writes grants and solicits donations for program sustainability; manages $1+ million dollar budget, all from external funds; evaluates ongoing and new high school partnerships; and leads summer and in-service training for advisers. To affiliate with the national College Advising Corps, programs will meet national standards.

The director serves as the liaison to participating high schools, to other partners in Georgia, to program funders, to the national College Advising Corps, and to other departments and programs at the University of Georgia. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Experience with college access programs and/or college enrollment functions.

Experience working in K- school settings

Strong academic record and program leadership skills

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Experience with fund-raising and grant-writing

Background in leading professional development or training for adult learners

Commitment to continuous program improvement and the use of quantitative and qualitative data in program evaluation

Exemplary problem-solving, analytical, and abstract reasoning skills

Experience with college access programs and/or college enrollment functions; experience working with K- school settings Physical Demands Sit for long periods of time at a computer.

Frequent travel throughout the state of Georgia especially in the Atlanta and Athens area to visit local high schools and meet with potential donors.

Driving. 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? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? Yes Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 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 Leadership and Program Management Lead program to achieve goals aligned with increasing college enrollment (programs are judged by national standards)

Provide effective day-to-day management of personnel, finances, partner relationships, and all programmatic components

Develop long-term plans for program sustainability, including outreach and marketing, fundraising, continuous improvement, and evaluation

Supervise + college advisers, a program coordinator, and 2 graduate assistants Percentage of time Duties/Responsibilities Personnel Management, Training, and Oversight Supervise the advertisement of advisor positions and recruitment initiatives

Participate in panels and speak in classrooms to promote the opportunity to serve as an adviser

Serve as the applicant manager on UGAJobs to screen adviser candidates, lead the team in the selection of candidates to interview, lead panel and group interviews, and select and hire advisers who meet the unique needs of each partner school

Work with UGA Human Resources personnel and the MIHE Business Operations Manager to ensure advisers are hired and onboarded according to UGA policy

Lead AmeriCorps onboarding and compliance related to the national College Advising Corps subgrant Percentage of time Duties/Responsibilities Curricular Management and Evaluation Design and lead the planning and implementation of a month-long pre-service training, ongoing in-service training and professional development throughout the school year

Oversee ongoing evaluation of adviser progress-to-goals

Assess adviser effectiveness and provide interventions and support

Assist advisers in the development of strategies to meet goals

Ensure advisers have strong coaching, leadership, and supervision

Regularly analyze data collected through the College Advising Corps’ web-based platform, GRACE, to gauge the effectiveness and impact of individual advisers and the program as a whole

Conduct high school site visits with advisers and their site liaison to assess adviser and program performance and collaborate with principal, counselors, and other related school staff Percentage of time Duties/Responsibilities Budget and Grant Management Oversee GCAC program budget of $1,,+, including creation of annual budget and ongoing fiscal oversight

Use the UGA OneSource Financial Management System to approve expenses, submit vendor payments, and make program purchases using UGAmart

Regularly review program expenditures and budget reports with the MIHE Business Operations Manager and MIHE Director

Manage all aspects of grant funding, including grant writing, identification and pursuit of grant opportunities, completion of reports, and coordination of site visits

Collaborate with UGA Foundation Relations staff to maintain existing relationships and seek out new foundation partners

Track and manage grant funds to assure their proper use, maintain records, and prepare financial reports as necessary

Work with representatives from Sponsored Projects Administration to ensure proper grant management and oversight Percentage of time Duties/Responsibilities Relationship Management Establish, nurture, and sustain relationships, communication, and collaboration between GCAC, advisers, and partners high schools and districts

Work with the GCAC program coordinator on Atlanta-area partnerships

Identify and evaluate schools and districts where GCAC might expand service

Onboard new partner high schools as they begin relationships with GCAC

Communicate regularly with national College Advising Corps staff and participate in monthly webinars, national conferences, knowledge sharing, and program director professional development activities

Provide ongoing updates about GCAC to the UGA campus community and facilitate engagement with UGA departments including Human Resources, Career Services, Financial Aid, Division of Academic Enhancement, Admissions, Diversity and Inclusion, and Sponsored Programs

Represent the program to media, community organizations and other interested parties

Keep abreast of trends in college access and higher education Percentage of time 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 Megan Holloway Recruitment Contact Email watersme@ Recruitment Contact Phone