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About Us
Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students' success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.
As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community.
In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support the needs of our faculty and staff. From competitive compensation to health and wellness programs, and professional development opportunities to work-life balance initiatives, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel valued.
Located in the thriving community of Gwinnett County, GGC offers a rich cultural and social landscape that enhances the overall college experience. Our backdrop is a beautiful, modern 260-acre campus located just 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Our students and employees benefit from the close proximity to various local amenities, including shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. This vibrant community serves as an extension of our campus, providing a stimulating environment for personal and professional growth.
Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, let's make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Associate Director of Career Services the Career and Internship Specialist develops and implements career services for Career Services. Primary responsibilities are to ensure the various constituencies of the campus are engaged in professional and academic activities, to facilitate career readiness, experiential learning, and career development. The Career and Internship Specialist serves as a member of the Career Services staff to effectively provide valuable experiential learning to undergraduate students.
Responsibilities
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Coaches students on resume/cover letters and provides guidance regarding experiential learning and internship search strategies
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Conducts one-on-one career coaching appointments with students providing consultation on career exploration, job search strategies, interview preparation and LinkedIn profile navigation
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Maintain tracking system for student experiential learning experiences; provide experiential learning data and analysis for program reporting; generate reports as requested and assist with tracking program outcomes
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Facilitates classroom presentations on various career development topics
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Plans and coordinates events and campus outreach
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Builds and maintains positive working relationships with Academic Internship Coordinators, with students seeking and participating in academic internships, and with all faculty and staff whose work intersects with academic internship opportunities including managing the memorandum of understanding (MOU) process
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Grades assignments in online career development course
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Proactively promotes experiential learning and career services by collaborating with other internal departments - working with student leaders, student organizations, program managers and student engagement leaders
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Represents Career Services on school-wide committees; performs other duties as assigned; works weekends and nights as needed
Required Qualifications

• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree
• 1 or more years of relevant experience in customer service, workforce development, student engagement or higher education

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual - fluent in English and Spanish
• Experience that has provided insight into career foundations
• Familiarity with career management systems and Banner is a plus
• Demonstrated record of successful collaborations with internal and external stakeholders

Proposed Salary
$42,100 - $50,500; Salary offer will be dependent on candidate's experience and qualifications, internal equity considerations, budget availability, and salary administration guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to independently prioritize and manage tasks and demands with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to plan and execute student focused events
• Ability to facilitate presentations
• Skills in interpersonal communications and relationship building
• Skills in organizational and time management
• Skills in verbal and written communications
• Excellent communication skills

USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 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 on-line 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 on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Conditions of Employment
Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event including the application, interview process, or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact HR at (678) 407.5746 or email hr@ggc.edu.
Other Information
Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.