Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
UNG Core Values
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USG Core Values
1. USG Core Values
All members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values, which consists of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values shape and fundamentally support our university's work. Additionally, all faculty, staff, and administrators must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents and University of North Georgia's policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom. More information on these policies can be found here: Board of Regents Policy Manual | University System of Georgia (usg.edu).
2. USG Statement of Core Values (8.2.18.1.2 )
Every member of the USG community is required to adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values, Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect, that form and guide the daily work of the organization.
Integrity - We will be honest, fair, impartial, and unbiased in our dealings both with and on behalf of the USG.
Excellence - We will perform our duties to foster a culture of excellence and high quality in everything we do.
Accountability We firmly believe that education in the form of scholarship, research, teaching, service, and developing others is a public trust. We will live up to this trust through safeguarding our resources and being good stewards of the human, intellectual, physical, and fiscal resources given to our care.
Respect - We recognize the inherent dignity and rights of every person, and we will do our utmost to fulfill our resulting responsibility to treat each person with fairness, compassion, and decency.
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Temporary Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions Coordinator on the Dahlonega campus. The Temporary Coordinator of Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST) 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 Orientation (NSO), and Parent and Family Orientations on the Dahlonega Campus and sharing leadership for NSO and PFO 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. The ideal candidate will be a vital member of the Student Affairs and Enrollment team who is inclusive, flexible, innovative, and open to creating and implementing new ideas. Evening and weekend hours.
- Coordinate new student programs and services including, but not limited to: New Student Orientation (For Summer and Fall starters): Student Outreach, and Parent and Family 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 and their families 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 Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions 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 and Parent and Family Orientation fit into the larger picture of higher education and the student transition.
- Enthusiasm for working with incoming students and their families.
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in orientation and transition programs or event planning;
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Contact information for three professional references.
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.
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.
- This role is considered a position of trust.
- Please note, the University of North Georgia career board updates daily and job postings are subject to be removed when closed or filled.
- Position of Trust + Education