Part-time Program Assistant, HEP
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- The University of North Georgia
- Location
- Dahlonega, GA
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- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a bilingual (Spanish & English) Part-Time Program Assistant for the High School Equivalency Program (HEP). HEP is a federally funded program designed to support students from migrant and seasonal farm-worker background to obtain a GED. The program assists with both financial assistance and academic support services, with the goal of attaining a GED and sequentially, obtaining a job, enroll in post-secondary education or enroll in the military. The PT Program Assistant for HEP will assist in various administrative tasks and student follow up. The PT program assistant will maintain student files by assisting the HEP staff in creating and filing recruitment files, academic plans and placement plans. In addition, they will become a strong retention agent by creating rapport with students and help plan the programs’ yearly events. The position will start the on Mid-February or early March 2019 and is expected to work evenings ~4pm-9pm Tuesdays and Thursdays and 9am-5pm on Saturdays, for a total of no more than 19 hours a week for 48 weeks/year or until allocated yearly funds deplete as the position is grant funded. Some travel maybe required. Position is dependent on grant yearly renewal and upon completion of grant goals.
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 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 Duties & Responsibilities:The Program Assistant will:
- Maintain student files by assisting the HEP staff in creating and filing recruitment records, academic plans and placement plans, including student outreach to update files as needed; build strong rapport with students to increase retention and degree attainment.
- Assist in recruitment efforts, including orientation, new student intake and on-campus events.
- Assist the instructional staff in maintaining attendance records and supply inventory; help supervise student staff and conduct motivational activities for students.
- Assist with social media and help plan programs’ events (i.e. graduation and cultural outings)
- Assist the HEP Staff in general administrative duties.
- Must have knowledge of various software and general computer skills (efficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Power Point.)
- Ability to manage various tasks, prioritize duties and meet deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, and organization skills.
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Associates degree or some college is preferred.
- Some experience working in an office setting preferred; preferably in higher education.
- Knowledge and experience working with underrepresented populations is a plus.
- Must be bilingual in Spanish and English.
- Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Must have reliable car and driver’s license.
We provide equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, protected veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups. Information:Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. We provide equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, protected veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.
Organization
The University of North Georgia is a member of the University System of Georgia and holds designations as a state leadership institution and as The Military College of Georgia. With more than 18,000 students, the University of North Georgia is one of the state’s largest public universities. The regional, multi-campus university offers more than 100 programs of study ranging from certificate and associate’s degrees to professional doctoral programs.
The University of North Georgia's educational experience provides a solid foundation to help students become civic, professional and military leaders who serve communities locally and globally. UNG's student-focused environment includes quality education, service, inquiry, and creativity.
UNG is one of only six senior military colleges in the United States and its residential Army ROTC program consistently ranks among the best in the country. UNG competes in NCAA Division II in baseball, softball, golf, basketball, soccer, mixed rifle, and women's cross country.
The University of North Georgia has seven academic colleges and institutes: the College of Arts and Letters, the Mike Cottrell College of Business, the College of Science and Mathematics, the College of Education, the College of Health Professions, University College, and the Lewis F. Rogers Institute for Environmental and Spatial Analysis.
At the undergraduate level, UNG offers the Associate of Arts (A.A.) and the Associate of Science (A.S.) degrees and the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS); Bachelor of Arts (BA); Bachelor of Science (BS); Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA); Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA); and Bachelor of Science-Nursing (BSN). 
Graduate degrees offered at UNG include: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT); Education Specialist in School Leadership (EDSSL); Master of Education (Med); Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT); Master of Arts in history (MA); Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA); Master of Science in clinical mental health counseling (MS); Master of Science in family nurse practitioner (MS); Master of Science in nursing education (MS); Master of Science in physical education (MS); Master of Science in criminal justice (MS); Master of Public Administration (MPA); Master of Business Administration (MBA); Master of Music (MM).
The University of North Georgia was formed through the consolidation of North Georgia College & State University and Gainesville State College, two of the top-performing schools in the University System of Georgia, in January 2013. Positioned in the fastest-growing region of the state, UNG comprises five campuses and online opportunities united by a single mission focused on academic excellence and academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.
UNG’s campuses are located across the northeast Georgia region in Blue Ridge, Cumming, Dahlonega, Gainesville, and Oconee County. With easy access to metro Atlanta and Georgia's mountain and piedmont areas, the region features vibrant cultural and recreational opportunities, including Lake Lanier and the the Appalachian Trail.
The University of North Georgia is part of the University System of Georgia Complete College Georgia (CCG) initiative to improve the retention, progression, and graduation of students. Grounded in the successes and strengths of the past and inspired by the potential of the new University of North Georgia, UNG's Complete College Georgia plan seeks to advance educational attainment in the northern part of the state, contributing to the region's workforce and economic prosperity.
To obtain application information for the University of North Georgia, call the Admissions Office at 706-864-1800, or for a closer look at the university, visit www.ung.edu.
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