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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 is accepting applications for a Student Support & Engagement Coordinator on the Blue Ridge Campus. The Student Support & Engagement Coordinator serves as a generalist connecting students, faculty, and staff, on the Blue Ridge Campus to services and resources provided by the Division of Student Engagement and Success (SES). This role promotes student success by implementing strategies identified by leadership, partnering with departments to engage students through meaningful programming, leadership development, student organization advising, and providing non-clinical case management services. The position, located on the Blue Ridge Campus, provides holistic student-centered support and engagement. The incumbent will report to the Senior Dean of Students and may occasionally need to travel to other UNG campuses.
In addition to background checks for all cardholders, O.C.G.A. § 50-5-83 requires a credit check on all employees issued a purchasing card. Additionally, credit checks must be run at the time of Pcard renewal.
This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and holds the responsibility of serving as a mandatory reporter for all Clery Act crimes.
Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.
As a public institution, the university's ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.
If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470.
Responsibilities

• Foster engagement and belonging on Blue Ridge campus by developing and implementing large- and small-scale programs for students in partnership with university departments, rooted in UNG's 4 Pillars for Student Success (Academic Achievement, Sense of Purpose, Well-Being, and Belonging & Engagement). Collaborate on signature events and initiatives like Orientation, Weeks of Welcome, Nighthawk Kickoff, and LiveWellUNG.
• Serve as a resource and central point of contact for the Office of the Dean of Students, Center for Student Engagement and Leadership, and other departments within the Division of Student Engagement and Success on the Blue Ridge Campus.
• Serve as an advisor to the Student Government Association on the Blue Ridge Campus and use P-card for purchases on behalf of SGA.
• Respond to referrals made to the Office of the Dean of Students for students on Blue Ridge campus. Manage a student support caseload of mild to elevated level concerns, providing individualized care, tailored intervention, and timely follow-up to students, and referring parties. Make referrals to and coordinate services with other departments as needed, utilizing diplomacy and discretion in working with students, faculty, and parents. Maintain student case files in Maxient, ensuring case notes and other records are maintained in accordance with university policies and federal and state regulations.
• Provide crisis intervention services and resource referrals to students as needed. Collaborate with the university's Behavioral Intervention Team as needed.
• Attend SES meetings and serve on a variety of committees, representing the Blue Ridge campus.
• Assist with analyzing data to assess impact of programming effort and student support service delivery to identify areas for improvement in effectiveness.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required
• Minimum of one year of working with in areas of Event Programming, Student Engagement, Student Success, Student Life, and other related fields.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's preferred.
• Education in social work, higher education, counseling, or related field preferred.

Proposed Salary

• The starting salary is: $21.20 hour.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact Information for Three Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Familiar with support services within a higher education or community setting to assist students/client

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 a supervisory position.
• This position has financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position requires a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
• This position requires security clearance.

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 + Education & Credit