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Student - Ambassador

Inside Higher Ed, Rome, Georgia, us, 30162

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Job Title:

Student - Ambassador

Location:

GHC - Floyd Campus

Classification:

Temporary, Part-Time

Job ID:

264206

About Us Georgia Highlands College is a multi‑campus state college member of the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, it serves more than 6,000 students across five locations in Rome, Cartersville, Marietta, and Dallas. GHC offers over 30 areas of study with associate and bachelor’s degree options both in classroom and online.

Job Summary This position serves as the student representative and exemplifies the best qualities of Georgia Highlands College. Students selected as Ambassadors will serve as a vital link between GHC alumni, community partners, faculty, staff, and both current and prospective students.

Responsibilities

Assists recruitment in campus tours and recruiting events

Assists campus leaders with recruiting and community events

Collaborates with schools and other areas within the college to promote events

Acts as the college representative for community events

Serves in orientations in roles previously designated to Orientation Leaders

Attends training sessions and becomes familiar with the materials

Represents the college in a positive manner

Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Interpersonal communication skills, ability to listen and respond to questions and concerns, help others problem‑solve and make decisions

Ability to balance a variety of activities, including academics and extra‑curricular activities

A role model who exemplifies strong academic decision‑making and a balanced lifestyle

At least one semester completed at GHC with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 (desired 2.75) or enrolled in the first term at GHC with a staff/faculty recommendation

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Working knowledge of GHC campuses and student support services

Knowledge of student technologies including SCORE, Student Email, Navigate, and D2L

Understanding of different departments on campus and their functions

Exhibit leadership potential and a positive, energetic attitude

Display effective verbal and non‑verbal communication skills

Willingness to work in a team environment and often with limited direct supervision

Demonstrate self‑initiative, punctuality, maturity and flexibility

Adhere to all GHC policies and procedures

Assist various GHC departments and offices as needed

Ability to communicate your story to prospective students through in‑person events both on and off campus and by creating content for people to pursue

Compensation Proposed Salary:

$12.00 per hour

Required Documents Resume

Application Process Apply Before Date: Applications will be reviewed as received.

Contact Information Human Resources: jobs@highlands.edu

Technical Support: (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Highlands College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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