Temporary Coordinator, Student Orientation & Outreach
The University of North Georgia, Dahlonega, GA, United States
Job Title: Temporary Coordinator, Student Orientation & Outreach
Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 297640
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a Temporary Coordinator of Student Orientation and Success (SOS). The Temporary Coordinator of Student Orientation and Success (SOS) at the University of North Georgia will execute programming designed to support new and continuing students during their transition into and through the University of North Georgia. Housed on the Dahlonega campus, the Coordinator has primary responsibility for directing, developing, and administering in‑person New Student Orientations (NSO), Transfer Student Orientations (TSO) and Family and Supporter Orientations (FSO) on the Dahlonega Campus and sharing leadership for NSO, TSO and FSO programming on all other campuses and in all other formats. This position will also support oversight for in‑person travel logistics, including supplies, transportation, and meals, and technology support during virtual orientations. The Coordinator will serve on departmental and cross‑campus committees, and will collect, analyze and disseminate data and advocate for new student needs.
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.
Responsibilities
Coordinate new student programs and services including, but not limited to: New Student Orientation and Transfer Student Orientation (For Summer and Fall starters): Student Outreach, and Family and Supporter Outreach for multiple campuses with a primary focus on the Dahlonega campus, and a support role for all other campuses.
Assist with supervision and assessment of the Orientation Leader team members, including, but not limited to: day of orientation direction, mid‑season performance reviews, and general supervisory supports.
Communicate with prospective new students, transfer students and their families and supporters regarding general UNG information and orientation programs.
Collaborate with academic partners to ensure effective communication to students regarding major options and group placement during the orientation process and facilitate post‑orientation schedule adjustments.
Participate in all facets of planning, preparation, and execution of programs within Student Orientation and Success (SOS) across all UNG campuses, in collaboration with other staff members to ensure achievement of departmental, divisional, and institutional goals, including overseeing travel logistics and communications with Orientation Leader team members.
Oversee intercampus travel logistics, including transportation, supplies, and meals.
Assist with recruitment, selection, and training of a multi‑campus orientation leader team.
Actively participate in strategic planning and innovation efforts for the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Excellent computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office required; strong oral and written communication skills; problem solving skills and initiative.
Ability to understand how New Student Orientation, Transfer Student Orientation and Family and Supporter Orientation fit into the larger picture of higher education and the student transition; enthusiasm for working with incoming students and their families.
The ideal candidate will be a vital member of the Student Engagement and Success team and Enrollment team who is inclusive, flexible, innovative, and open to creating and implementing new ideas.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required.
Evening and weekend hours.
Minimum one year in orientation and transition programs or event planning or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proposed Salary
The proposed salary is: $21.20–$23.32 per hour.
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 be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check
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Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 297640
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a Temporary Coordinator of Student Orientation and Success (SOS). The Temporary Coordinator of Student Orientation and Success (SOS) at the University of North Georgia will execute programming designed to support new and continuing students during their transition into and through the University of North Georgia. Housed on the Dahlonega campus, the Coordinator has primary responsibility for directing, developing, and administering in‑person New Student Orientations (NSO), Transfer Student Orientations (TSO) and Family and Supporter Orientations (FSO) on the Dahlonega Campus and sharing leadership for NSO, TSO and FSO programming on all other campuses and in all other formats. This position will also support oversight for in‑person travel logistics, including supplies, transportation, and meals, and technology support during virtual orientations. The Coordinator will serve on departmental and cross‑campus committees, and will collect, analyze and disseminate data and advocate for new student needs.
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.
Responsibilities
Coordinate new student programs and services including, but not limited to: New Student Orientation and Transfer Student Orientation (For Summer and Fall starters): Student Outreach, and Family and Supporter Outreach for multiple campuses with a primary focus on the Dahlonega campus, and a support role for all other campuses.
Assist with supervision and assessment of the Orientation Leader team members, including, but not limited to: day of orientation direction, mid‑season performance reviews, and general supervisory supports.
Communicate with prospective new students, transfer students and their families and supporters regarding general UNG information and orientation programs.
Collaborate with academic partners to ensure effective communication to students regarding major options and group placement during the orientation process and facilitate post‑orientation schedule adjustments.
Participate in all facets of planning, preparation, and execution of programs within Student Orientation and Success (SOS) across all UNG campuses, in collaboration with other staff members to ensure achievement of departmental, divisional, and institutional goals, including overseeing travel logistics and communications with Orientation Leader team members.
Oversee intercampus travel logistics, including transportation, supplies, and meals.
Assist with recruitment, selection, and training of a multi‑campus orientation leader team.
Actively participate in strategic planning and innovation efforts for the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Excellent computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office required; strong oral and written communication skills; problem solving skills and initiative.
Ability to understand how New Student Orientation, Transfer Student Orientation and Family and Supporter Orientation fit into the larger picture of higher education and the student transition; enthusiasm for working with incoming students and their families.
The ideal candidate will be a vital member of the Student Engagement and Success team and Enrollment team who is inclusive, flexible, innovative, and open to creating and implementing new ideas.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required.
Evening and weekend hours.
Minimum one year in orientation and transition programs or event planning or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proposed Salary
The proposed salary is: $21.20–$23.32 per hour.
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 be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check
Position of Trust + Education.
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