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About Us
Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.
Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.
Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.
CSU's core values - Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that's accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.
Job Summary
In the scope of programming and transition efforts, the department supports the mission of Columbus State University and assists students and their families into and through their collegiate experience. Orientation recruits, orientates, advises, and registers incoming students through a holistic transition of providing information, resources, leadership, and addresses the transitional needs of incoming CSU students and families into the campus community. Parent Programs serves as the primary link between parents, students and the University through programs and initiatives for parents to support and maximize student success.
Objectives:
Orientation and Parent Programs¿ commitment to help incoming students and families of current students, into and through college by:

• Recruit, orientate, advise and register incoming students.
• Strive to prepare incoming students and families to seek curricular and co-curricular programs.
• Provide information, resources, leadership and address the transition needs of an incoming students.
• Assist students in establishing healthy connections between students, staff, and faculty.
• Link families and the Columbus community to Columbus State University.
• Empower families to support and maximize their student's success.

Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Orientation;
• Assist in planning, scheduling and implementation of the new student/transfer/extended orientation programs;
• Oversee recruitment and selection process of orientation leaders;
• Facilitate leadership retreat for orientation leaders;
• Assist in preparation and implementation of an orientation leadership workshop which meets one hour a week in the Spring semester and includes teaching campus knowledge; leadership, and team development;
• Oversee and manage logistical services for orientation;
• Participate in the development and operating goals and objectives for the unit;
• Oversee the ordering process for orientation supplies;
• Responsible for the distribution of surveys and collection of orientation data;
• Assist with implementation of mailings (print and email) for orientation sessions;
• Oversee ordering and distribution of uniforms for orientation student staff;
• Remain current on university programs and changes within the academic schools and colleges;
• Respond to email and telephone inquiries;
• Represent Columbus State University at conferences, meetings, and other official functions;
• Perform other duties as assigned Parent and Family Programs;
• Assist in planning and implementing Fall Parent and Family Day;
• Responsible for writing and designing monthly digital newsletter;
• Respond to email and telephone inquiries;
• Represent Columbus State University at conferences, meeting, and other official functions;
• Perform other duties as assigned Office of Student Life and Development;
• Participate and assist in the implementation and execution of major events held by the university such as;
• ROAR Orientation;
• Cougar Kickoff;
• Homecoming;
• Holiday Tip Off;
• All other campus initiatives as assigned.

Organizational Relationships:

• Reports to the advisor of Orientation and Parent Programs.
• The position receives oral and written advice and/or instructions from the advisor.
• The position has indirect supervision over the Orientation Team.

Required Qualifications
Position Requirements:

• Enrolled as a full-time graduate student at Columbus State University.
• Well organized and able to multi-task as needed.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Valid driver's license.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Possess basic computer skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other related programs.
• Possess organizational skills, abilities to multi-task and follow through on assigned responsibilities.
• Model appropriate behavior for student leaders and the campus community.

Preferred Requirements:

• Familiar with student development theory and related educational theories.
• Seeking a Masters or PhD in Higher Education or a related field.
• Experience in advising undergraduate students.
• Experience in programming.
• Experience working with students, parents, university administrators and faculty.

Proposed Salary
The salary is commensurate with education and experience. This position requires 19 contact hours per week with some evenings and weekends required. The position is a ten-month academic year appointment, with summer appointment contingent upon funding.
Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 3 References

Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact Carlie Hinson, Assistant Director of Student Life and Development CSU Orientation and Parent Programs, Davidson Center Hinson_carlie@columbusstate.edu .
USG Core Values
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 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
All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *
For Faculty Hires : Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
Special Applicant Instructions
Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.