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.
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The University of North Georgia is seeking qualified, competent applicants for the position of Associate Presidential Ambassador to join a knowledgeable, well-trained, and customer service-oriented team for University Events. The position is housed within the Division of Strategic Communications & Marketing and will be under the supervision of the Associate Director of University Events. The position is for student employees and is limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week.
- Report to the Associate Director of University Events.
- Provide high quality and discreet customer service to individuals of all ages as well as high level constituents.
- Assist with the processes for the Price Memorial Reception space, including greeting and directing guests to the appropriate office, answering and directing phone calls, making on-campus pickups/deliveries, providing general support to visitors, liaising with executive assistants and cabinet members to handle requests and queries, and other administrative duties as assigned.
- Utilize the Series25 software to assist the University Events team in managing event reservations across all 5 campuses.
- Utilize Microsoft Office applications to prepare spreadsheets, signage, reports, and planning materials as needed.
- Enforce all policies and procedures connected to the Price Memorial Reception space and University Events.
- Participate in a bi-weekly staff meeting.
- Assist at all commencement ceremonies throughout the academic year.
- Provide event support to the Office of University Events and the Office of the President, as requested.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to communicate with individuals of all ages as well as high level constituents.
- Ability to work with discretion and protect sensitive information.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work and multitask.
- Willingness to learn and/or hone effective organizational and leadership skills.
- Applicants should have an enthusiastic approach to delivering high quality customer service and be professional at all times.
- Willingness to spend adequate time with the program.
- Applicants must have the ability to attend staff trainings/meetings and have a willingness to work at least 5-8 hours per week.
- In addition to the 5-8 hours per week, applicants must work all commencement ceremonies and assist with special events throughout the academic year.
- Applicants must be able to lift and/or carry a minimum weight of 35 pounds.
- Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
- Must have at least a 3.0 GPA or higher.
- Experience using Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, is preferred but not required.
- Experience in clerical work, the fundamentals of office etiquette, and providing customer service is preferred but not required.
- Resume
- Cover letter
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 position will be required to drive.
- This role is considered a position of trust.
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- Position of Trust