Academic Coach

Job Title: Academic Coach

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 292513

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 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 Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an Academic Coach on the Dahlonega campus. The Academic Coach will be responsible for working closely with the Director for Academic Student Success to serve students and assist with initiatives across the institution with a focus on student success. This position is institutionally funded.

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.

Contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470 for more information.

Responsibilities

• Meet with students one-on-one and in group settings, to provide individualized academic support and interventions, identify appropriate resources and referrals, and in support of institutional retention initiatives. Regularly meet with institutional partners to establish relationships and streamline referrals and institutional collaborations.
• Design and implement workshops targeted to both the general student population and special populations identified by leadership.
• Serve special student populations and collaborate with institutional partners as needed.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Evidence of a keen insight into the needs, abilities, and expectations of at-risk students.
• Demonstrated background in program development and coordination.
• Must have demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of student support services theory and practice.
• Evidence of excellent communication skills.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Minimum two years academic coaching, advising, or counseling experience in an education setting.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree preferred.
  
  

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references
  
  

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.

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 does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel
• 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.