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About Us
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia (UNG) is currently accepting applications for a Peer Advisor for the [campus name] campus. Peer Advisors will work closely with Professional Academic Advisors to provide general information to students, promote academic advising, and assist students in engaging with UNG's resources. Peer Advisors undergo intensive training to enhance leadership skills and learn UNG policies and procedures. Peer Advisors will work approximately 30 hours a semester, depending on availability and Advising Center needs.
Responsibilities

• Represent Academic Advising at campus events such as Nighthawk Preview and at departmental events.
• Develop and implement workshops such as Advising Appointment stations, Registration workshops, and other informational engagements.
• Promote student services through outreach and marketing.
• Learn and utilize Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and other systems such as Banner, Degree Works, Canva, and UNG Connect.
• Aid students in resource utilization and connection during course scheduling, withdrawal, registration and add/drop periods.
• Attend ongoing training as necessary (initial PA training, FERPA training, etc).
• Attend scheduled meetings and events in a timely manner while being responsible for personal time sheet management.
• *Disclaimer: UNG Peer Advisors will not advise students on courses to take, majors to declare, professors to take/avoid, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have strong communication skills, active listening skills, time management skills, as well as basic computer skills.
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with UNG policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in at least six (6) credit hours as a current student in good standing with the university and must maintain a 2.75 GPA.
• Must have completed at least twelve (12) credit hours at UNG by start-date. No employment history is required.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume, and Cover Letter

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 .
Institutional Values
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php
Conditions of Employment
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 North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information
This is not s supervisor position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
Background Check

• Position of Trust