Academic Transfer Specialist I (Cochran Campus)

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree-granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

The Academic Transfer Specialist is a key contributor to the retention and timely program completion of students who transfer into Middle Georgia State University, a five campus institution located in the heart of Georgia. The position serves as a resource specialist to both students and faculty in the development, coordination, and implementation of academic advising services and support. Position involves travel to the five campuses (Dublin, Eastman, Cochran, Warner Robins and Macon).

Transfer Student Support and Advising (70%) -
Assists and accurately guiding transfer students in defining and developing realistic educational career plans through academic schedule planning (mapping the curriculum).
Provides recommendations regarding possible petitions.
Informs and, if necessary, refers students to other institutional resources when academic, attitudinal, or other personal problems require intervention. (Student Success Center, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Counseling).
Meets with transfer students to establish degree plans.
Participates in orientation programs for new transfer students.
Plans and executes retention campaigns.

Collaboration with Campus Partners (20%) -
Establishes and maintains working relationships with college departments, programs, divisions, and administration.
Collaborates with Career Services to assist students with maximizing career choices.
Collaborates with other offices to ensure accuracy of information on the academic advising website and other mediums of communication such as but limited to Webinars, Podcast, Facebook and Twitter.

Information Management and Training (5%) -
Develops systems, processes, and procedures to support college-wide collaboration addressing academic advising of transfer students.
Uses institutional data to report on student success and retention.
Prepares reports to demonstrate attainment of the Complete College Georgia strategic goals (i.e., retention, academic progress, graduation, transfer, etc.).
Facilitates academic advising workshops for faculty and academic advisors.

Other Duties (5%) -
Makes recommendations for process changes and improvements.
Maintains a library of transfer resources for students and faculty.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree required.

Other Required Qualifications
Must be available to work some late afternoons, evenings and weekends.

Required Experience
Minimum of three years of academic advising, and or related experience.
Experience working with student populations.

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master¿s degree preferred.

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.

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

Middle Georgia State University is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment that supports the dignity of all members of the University community. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Middle Georgia State University. Pursuant to Board of Regents Policy Section 6.6 , federal and state laws and regulations, and our vision, mission, and values, Middle Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

This is a non-exempt (hourly paid) position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Parental Leave
• Retirement
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.