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STUDENT AFFAIRS SPECIALIST III

Employer
The University of Georgia
Location
Athens, GA

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

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Posting Number S02542P Working Title STUDENT AFFAIRS SPECIALIST III Department Student Aff LGBT Resource Center About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Resource Center is designed to create an inclusive, sustainable space of self-discovery for the LGBT community within the University of Georgia. We support and affirm every student inclusive of their sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression. The LGBT Resource Center serves as a space by which all faculty, staff, and students can engage and explore the issues associated with sexual and gender identities and a place where students can feel, express, and be their true, authentic self.

The LGBT Resource Center provides a variety of programs and services to increase
awareness and foster understanding of issues related to sexual orientation, gender
identity, and gender expression. With two full-time staff members, one part-time
administrative assistant, one graduate assistant, along with student employees, the LGBT Resource Center plays a critical role in student support and advisement, campus
educational efforts, community building, fostering dialogue, and ongoing initiatives to
ensure that all students have the fullest opportunity to flourish and succeed. For more information on the LGBT Resource Center, see https://lgbtcenter.uga.edu.

College/Unit/Department website https://lgbtcenter.uga.edu. Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

Typically 8-5, M-F, occasional nights and/or weekends.

Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience Posting Date 02/05/2019 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 03/11/2019 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Position Information

Classification Title Student Services Paraprofessional/Professional Pay Grade 067 FLSA Non-Exempt Job Family Student Services FTE 100 Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualificaitons.

Preferred Qualifications

•Completion of a Master’s degree in higher education, college student affairs administration, gender and sexuality studies, counseling, adult education, or related field of study.
•Minimum of one to three years working with LBGTQ-identified individuals.
•Knowledge, understanding and sensitivity to the concerns and issues facing the LGBT community and the intersection of race, class, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
•General background in social justice education, multiculturalism, ally development, and inclusive excellence.
•Experience in advising students and student organizations.
•Strong organizational, budget-management, and program planning skills.
•Excellent written and oral communication.
•Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team and with individuals and groups who hold a variety of identities, cultures, and backgrounds.
•Understanding and engagement with issues that affect underrepresented student populations and their academic and personal success.
•Strong interpersonal, management, and innovative problem-solving skills.
•Positive, collaborative approach to working with diverse students and colleagues.
•Willingness to work nights and weekends as required.

Position Summary

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Resource Center’s mission is to create an inclusive, sustainable space of self-discovery for the LGBT community within the University of Georgia. We support and affirm every student inclusive of their sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression. The LGBT Resource Center serves as a space by which all members of the University of Georgia community can engage and explore the issues associated with sexual and gender identities. This mission is achieved by a commitment to an intersectional social justice framework, leadership development.

The Senior Coordinator of the LGBT Resource Center (LGBTRC) reports to the Director of the LGBTRC. The senior coordinator facilitates the development, implementation and evaluation of educational, social, support and resource programs for students inclusive of those pertaining to sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. The senior coordinator is responsible for the daily operations of the LGBTRC including the coordination, development, and implementation of a variety of programs and services that promote intercultural understanding through the lens of sexual orientation and gender identity. The senior coordinator will work closely to advise student organizations within the LGBTRC to ensure proper leadership training and development.

- Serve as the primary advisor Lambda Alliance, the campus-wide LGBTQ student group. Provide advice in matters involving program development, marketing and budgeting to ensure that all students are following university policies regarding expenditures, marketing and assessment. Conduct leadership training programs as needed with Lambda Alliance executive board.
- Recruit, select and schedule LGBTRC volunteers; provide leadership, supervision, and training for volunteers.
- Supervise one graduate assistant, student graphic designer, volunteers and graduate practicum students/interns in their day-to-day duties and responsibilities.
- Provide administrative support and leadership for the campus-wide educational initiatives including, but not limited to Safe Space programming, LGBT 101, classroom inclusivity trainings, and student organization leadership trainings.
- Oversee, support, and assist with planning and implementation of departmental educational awareness and learning programs including, but not limited to LGBT Center Ambassador Program, National Coming Out Days, DAWGS Making it Better: Ally Visibility Day, Lunch with Leaders, Trans Awareness Week and Lavender Gradation.
- Advise individual students as it relates to adjustment to UGA, navigating campus resources and services, and social involvement opportunities.
- Identify and encourage collaborative programming opportunities among student organizations and other units on campus and within the community.
- Represent the LGBTRC and the Division of Student Affairs at various events geared toward the recruitment of multicultural students (high school visitations, presentations to prospective students and parents, etc.). Serve in the capacity of the Director in their absence as needed.
- Provide overall management and coordination of LGBTRC website, listserv and social media accounts, inclusive of marketing for programs and services offered through the LGBTRC. Ensure that appropriate media outlets are utilized to reach intended audiences.
- Assist with development and fundraising initiatives including, but not limited to, annual fund campaign implementation and maintenance, alumni engagement initiatives, and donor solicitations and stewardship.
- Engage in service to the University community through participation in various committees, and developing and maintaining strong collaborative working relationships with institutional and community colleagues.
- Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

The successful candidate will possess the following preferred qualifications:
- Minimum of one to three years working with LGBTQ-identified individuals
- Considerable knowledge regarding the concerns and issues of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and TGNC students, including knowledge and understanding of gender identity, as well as multiple and intersecting identities
- General background in social justice education, multiculturalism, ally development, and inclusive excellence
- Experience in advising students and student organizations
- Strong organizational, budget-management and program planning skills
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team and with individuals and groups who hold a variety of identities, cultures, and backgrounds
- Understanding and engagement with issues that affect underrepresented student populations and their academic and personal success
- Strong interpersonal, management, and innovative problem-solving skills
- A positive, collaborative approach to working with diverse students and colleagues

Available to work weeknights and weekends as required.

Physical Demands

Sitting for long periods of time.

Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment. Does this position have financial responsibilities? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? 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.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

LGBT Program Management:
1. Oversee, support, and assist with planning and implementation of departmental educational awareness and learning programs including, but not limited to LGBT Center Ambassador Program, National Coming Out Days, DAWGS Making it Better: Ally Visibility Day, Lunch with Leaders, Trans Awareness Week and Lavender Gradation.
2. Identify and encourage collaborative programming opportunities among student organizations and other units on campus and within the community.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Student Advising/Supervising:
1.Serve as the primary advisor Lambda Alliance, the campus-wide LGBTQ student group. Provide advice in matters involving program development, marketing and budgeting to ensure that all students are following university policies regarding expenditures, marketing and assessment. Conduct leadership training programs as needed with Lambda Alliance executive board.
2. Recruit, select and schedule LGBTRC volunteers; provide leadership, supervision, and training for volunteers.
3. Supervise one graduate assistant, student graphic designer, volunteers and graduate practicum students/interns in their day-to-day duties and responsibilities.
4. Advise individual students as it relates to adjustment to UGA, navigating campus resources and services, and social involvement opportunities

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Outreach/Education:
1. Provide administrative support and leadership for the campus-wide educational initiatives including, but not limited to Safe Space programming, LGBT 101, classroom inclusivity trainings, and student organization leadership trainings.
2. Represent the LGBTRC and the Division of Student Affairs at various events geared toward the recruitment of multicultural students (high school visitations, presentations to prospective students and parents, etc.). Serve in the capacity of the Director in their absence as needed.
3. Provide overall management and coordination of LGBTRC website, listserv and social media accounts, inclusive of marketing for programs and services offered through the LGBTRC. Ensure that appropriate media outlets are utilized to reach intended audiences.
4. Assist with development and fundraising initiatives including, but not limited to, annual fund campaign implementation and maintenance, alumni engagement initiatives, and donor solicitations and stewardship.
5. Engage in service to the University community through participation in various committees, and developing and maintaining strong collaborative working relationships with institutional and community colleagues.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time 10 Posting Specific Questions

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    Organization

    The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. Founded in 1785, it is the birthplace of public higher education in America.

    Today, UGA enrolls more than 40,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The main campus has 460 buildings on 767 acres of land. The total acreage of UGA in 30 Georgia counties is 41,539. UGA has 18 colleges and schools, which include Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business, Ecology, Education, Engineering, Environment and Design, Family and Consumer Sciences, Forestry and Natural Resources, Graduate School, Journalism and Mass Communication, Law, Pharmacy, Public Health, Public and International Affairs, Social Work, Veterinary Medicine, and the Honors College. It offers 24 baccalaureate degrees in more than 140 fields; 33 master’s degrees in 144 fields; 8 educational specialist degrees; four doctoral degrees in 99 areas; professional degrees in law, pharmacy and veterinary medicine; and more than 170 study-abroad and exchange programs. UGA Libraries rank among the nation’s best research libraries and contain a total of 5.3 million volumes and one of nation’s largest map collections. The university has had 25 recipients of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, making it one of the nation’s top Rhodes producers among public universities. UGA is home of the Peabody Awards, presented annually for distinguished achievement and meritorious public service for television, podcast/radio, and digital media. It also is home of Georgia’s State Botanical Garden, state Museum of Art and State Museum of Natural History. Additionally, UGA has one of the largest and most comprehensive public service and outreach programs conducted by an American educational institution.

    Company info
    Telephone
    706-542-3000
    Location
    215 S. Jackson St.
    Athens
    Georgia
    30602
    US

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