Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S03116P Working Title ACADEMIC ADVISOR I Department Journalism Undergraduate Studies 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 College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 05/07/2019 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 06/01/2019 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 Academic Services Professional Pay Grade FLSA Exempt Job Family Student Services FTE 100 Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

This is a professional position responsible for academic advising of high demand majors within Grady College, advising support of pre-majors, and administrative support of all Grady undergraduate services from admissions through graduation. It is a permanent, full-time position in the College and reports to the Director of Undergraduate Services.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Knowledge of Grady College degree programs, academic opportunities, and UGA curriculum requirements as they relate to academic planning for pre-majors and completion of the ABJ degree. Experience with UGA’s Degree Works audit system is preferred.

Outstanding written and oral communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, data management, and task and time management skills. It also entails a sophisticated sense of the public relations dimensions of advising and student services and a respect for the importance of effective advising to student success.

The successful candidate will work collegially in a team environment with the undergraduate staff, departments, and faculty in support of the undergraduate learning mission at Grady.

Specific duties/capacities include:
Primary academic advising of Grady majors.
Ability to communicate requirements confidently and credibly to high-achieving students.
Ability to build intellectual and professional relationships with students.
Ability to develop effective informational messages and to use online advising tools.
Ability to work with confidential student data and maintain records essential to advising, graduation, and enrollment reporting
Knowledge of UGA academic opportunities and Grady professional opportunities.
Support of outreach to pre-majors and other students interested in journalism and mass communication
Graduation checks and clearance for Grady students.
Support of admissions cycle each Spring and Fall.
Support of academic and other events as assigned by the Director, including Convocation and UGA orientations.
Ability to manage priority course reservations system.
Serve as point of contact for prospective and incoming transfer students.
Other duties as assigned by Director.

Physical Demands

Standing, sitting, walking. Ability to lift 20 pounds.

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? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No 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

Advise Entertainment and Media Studies and Digital and Broadcast Journalism majors. Meet with students to recommend courses and develop four-semester plans; prepare advising forms; answer student questions in person, by phone, and via email; and direct students to campus resources. Certify completion of degree requirements and clear all Entertainment and Media Studies and Digital Broadcast Journalism majors for graduation.

Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Provide information and direct students to resources for career planning, internship opportunities, and graduate school options.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Serve as the point of contact for prospective and incoming transfer students.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist with special events and projects related to undergraduate services.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned by director.

Percentage of time 10 Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents