Director of Business Engagement

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

Job Details

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Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Parker's College of Business - Office of Development

Job Summary

The Director of Business Engagement provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all department programming, corporate partnership initiatives, and student internships. This role is responsible for connecting the Parker College of Business with its global alumni network and the broader business community to drive professional collaboration, student opportunities, and institutional growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for all alumni programming, corporate partnerships, and student internship initiatives for the Parker College of Business.
• Establish and maintain relationships with a global network of alumni through regular, direct communication, including operations, programs, and special events.
• Manage collaborative programming for the Parker College Dean's Advisory Board and the Young Alumni Board, including the agendas and communication with both boards.
• Proactively identify, research, and secure new corporate partnerships, including sponsorships and internship opportunities.
• Manage student enrollment for credit-bearing internships and oversee the process of assigning course credit; supervise the administrative assistant who supports this process.
• Collaborate with the Office of Career and Professional Development to post positions and prepare students for internships.
• Lead the execution of major college events, including the annual Parker College Gala and the Corporate Culture Speaker Series.
• Align with stakeholders such as the Business Innovation Group and the Office of Research to maximize institutional impact.
• Direct and supervise event planning staff while managing budgets for alumni relations and business engagement.
• Represent the University and the College at various professional conferences and networking events.

Required Qualifications

• Educational Requirements: Master's degree in business or related field.
• Required Experience: Three (3) or more years of related work experience.
• Preferred Experience: Supervisory experience.

Proposed Salary

$60,617 - $77,306

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Abilities, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service.
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University.
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and other required applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information.
• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support the University’s mission for student success.
• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, confirmation of credentials, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Applicants must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a tobacco and smoke‑free community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the ADA to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources at (912) 478‑6947.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work generally performed in an office environment.
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours.
• Travel may be required.
• Operating motor vehicle equipment (position is required to drive).
• Evening and weekend work may be required.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at or by email at

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled. Application review may begin as early as March 26, 2026.

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