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Job Title: Senior Student Success Advisor
Location: Georgia Gwinnett College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 295300
About Us
Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students' success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.
As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community.
In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support the needs of our faculty and staff. From competitive compensation to health and wellness programs, and professional development opportunities to work-life balance initiatives, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel valued.
Located in the thriving community of Gwinnett County, GGC offers a rich cultural and social landscape that enhances the overall college experience. Our backdrop is a beautiful, modern 260-acre campus located just 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Our students and employees benefit from the close proximity to various local amenities, including shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. This vibrant community serves as an extension of our campus, providing a stimulating environment for personal and professional growth.
Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, let's make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders.
Job Summary
Working under the supervision of the Director of the Student Success Advising Center, the Senior Student Success Advisor will collaborate with Student Success leadership, faculty, staff, and students to design and deliver group-based and individual outreach, programming, and services to enhance student success. The senior student success advisor will also provide individual advisement to new and prospective students and support the director in training student success advisors.
Responsibilities
Essential Function 1 -
Programming (10%)
Collaborate with Student Success leadership and campus partners to develop, implement, and assess programs related to academic recovery, first-generation student support, and peer mentoring as well as other programs and initiatives to support student success.
Facilitate student success workshops
Essential Function 2 -
Advising (50%) - Provide holistic advising to current and prospective students including support in understanding degree requirements, accessing campus resources, and setting academic and setting academic and personal goals
Essential Function 3 -
Campus Engagement (15%)
Serve as the liaison between the Student Success Advising Center and the academic. departments to ensure advisors are sharing accurate information about academic programs
Participate in campus events including but not limited to orientation, preview days, and welcome events
Essential Function 4 -
Training (20%)
Assist the director in training new student success advisors.
Mentor other student success advisors.
Work with SSAC leadership to review and update training materials, SSAC website, and other advising resources
Essential Function 5 -
Other duties as assigned (5%)
Required Qualifications
$45,300 - $56,600; Salary offer will be dependent on candidate¿s experience and qualifications, internal equity considerations, budget availability, and salary administration guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Extensive knowledge of trends, issues and best practices relevant to advising and ability to apply the knowledge to develop and improve advising practices and support student success
Extensive knowledge and understanding of GGC academic programs and degree requirements, academic policies, procedures, and student success initiatives
Knowledge of and ability to use advising related technology, including Degreeworks, D2L, GradesFirst, BANNER
Skills in verbal and written communications
Skills in interpersonal interactions and relationship building
Skills in preparing and delivering presentations
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and records
Ability to work evenings and weekends
Ability to maintain and utilize professional ethics
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 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
Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of 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.
Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event including the application, interview process, or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact HR at (678) 407.5746 or email hr@ggc.edu.
Background Check
Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.
Location: Georgia Gwinnett College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 295300
About Us
Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students' success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.
As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community.
In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support the needs of our faculty and staff. From competitive compensation to health and wellness programs, and professional development opportunities to work-life balance initiatives, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel valued.
Located in the thriving community of Gwinnett County, GGC offers a rich cultural and social landscape that enhances the overall college experience. Our backdrop is a beautiful, modern 260-acre campus located just 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Our students and employees benefit from the close proximity to various local amenities, including shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. This vibrant community serves as an extension of our campus, providing a stimulating environment for personal and professional growth.
Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, let's make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders.
Job Summary
Working under the supervision of the Director of the Student Success Advising Center, the Senior Student Success Advisor will collaborate with Student Success leadership, faculty, staff, and students to design and deliver group-based and individual outreach, programming, and services to enhance student success. The senior student success advisor will also provide individual advisement to new and prospective students and support the director in training student success advisors.
Responsibilities
Essential Function 1 -
Programming (10%)
Collaborate with Student Success leadership and campus partners to develop, implement, and assess programs related to academic recovery, first-generation student support, and peer mentoring as well as other programs and initiatives to support student success.
Facilitate student success workshops
Essential Function 2 -
Advising (50%) - Provide holistic advising to current and prospective students including support in understanding degree requirements, accessing campus resources, and setting academic and setting academic and personal goals
Essential Function 3 -
Campus Engagement (15%)
Serve as the liaison between the Student Success Advising Center and the academic. departments to ensure advisors are sharing accurate information about academic programs
Participate in campus events including but not limited to orientation, preview days, and welcome events
Essential Function 4 -
Training (20%)
Assist the director in training new student success advisors.
Mentor other student success advisors.
Work with SSAC leadership to review and update training materials, SSAC website, and other advising resources
Essential Function 5 -
Other duties as assigned (5%)
Required Qualifications
- 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree
- At least three years of college academic advising experience
- Master's Degree in a related field
- Experience with BANNER
- Experience advising at Georgia Gwinnett College
- Extensive experience working with various student populations
$45,300 - $56,600; Salary offer will be dependent on candidate¿s experience and qualifications, internal equity considerations, budget availability, and salary administration guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Extensive knowledge of trends, issues and best practices relevant to advising and ability to apply the knowledge to develop and improve advising practices and support student success
Extensive knowledge and understanding of GGC academic programs and degree requirements, academic policies, procedures, and student success initiatives
Knowledge of and ability to use advising related technology, including Degreeworks, D2L, GradesFirst, BANNER
Skills in verbal and written communications
Skills in interpersonal interactions and relationship building
Skills in preparing and delivering presentations
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and records
Ability to work evenings and weekends
Ability to maintain and utilize professional ethics
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 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
Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of 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.
Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event including the application, interview process, or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact HR at (678) 407.5746 or email hr@ggc.edu.
Background Check
- Position of Trust Education
Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.
Salary : $45,300 - $56,600