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.
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Commandant of Cadets on the Dahlonega campus. Reporting to the Commandant of Cadets, the Assistant Commandant performs a wide array of administrative and cadet developmental activities that enhance cadet success. Leads by example and maintains a military appearance in accordance with Army Regulation 670-1. Will wear the prescribed Commandant's staff military uniforms when directed.
- Supervise three professional staff responsible for Corps of Cadets operations and support functions: scheduling and planning Corps of Cadets activities; supervising cadet organizations; managing cadet housing; managing student conduct; ensuring cadet academic success; receiving, enrolling, and out-processing cadets.
- Supervise planning and executing recruiting and leader development programs, such as National Leadership Challenge Weekend, Cadet Overnight Visitation Experience, Pre-Command Course, Cadet Basic Leadership Course, and new freshman cadet orientation week. Supervise cadet rank selection boards.
- Mentor and coach cadet leadership and cadet staff officers on student conduct, operational, and administrative actions and policies to ensure successful execution of the Corps of Cadets.
- Ensure consistent alignment of cadet behavior with the cadet regulation handbook (Blue Book) and the university's Student Conduct policies and procedures. Investigate and report instances of cadet misconduct in accordance with Blue Book and UNG Student Conduct policies. When required, work collaboratively with Public Safety and Student Affairs, to address misconduct. Serve as a trained UNG Conduct Investigator and a Clery Campus Safety Authority Member of the UNG Behavioral Intervention Team and Clery Act Committee.
- Assist the Commandant of Cadets in monitoring and informing systems which support staff and cadet requirements in the areas of retention, performance, holistic health and fitness, compliance, special reports, logistics, and others as needed.
- Provide leadership to ensure cadet retention over the 48-month curated cadet experience. Working with the Commandant of Cadets, foster an environment of cadet well-being, growth, and success. Teach, coach, and mentor cadets on personal and leadership development, academic success, purpose, and Corps of Cadets values. Collect and analyze cadet retention data and make recommendations for improving retention. Consult with parents, faculty, and staff on cadet retention to focus resources to encourage and support cadets to persist through graduation.
- Manage relationships internal and external to achieve support for cadet success. Regularly collaborate and engage the Military Science cadre, Dean of Students, Student Health Services, Office of Student Integrity, Housing, Public Safety, and the city of Dahlonega.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
- Demonstrated performance counseling competency.
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- Former Army officer required.
- Experience working with Army ROTC at the college level; Or a combination of education and experience.
- Master's Degree preferred.
- Retired Army officer preferred.
- 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 is a supervisory position.
- This role is considered a position of trust.
- This position requires security clearance.
Please note, the University of North Georgia career board updates daily and job postings are subject to be removed when closed or filled.
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