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University of Georgia

Student Services Specialist

University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S14162P

Working Title Student Services Specialist

Department Terry-Leadership Advancement

About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university

() . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan TRS

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information Typically, Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Advertised Salary $38,000-$41,400+ commensurate with experience

Posting Date 09/22/2025

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 10/12/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (

).

USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at

policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at

policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Position Information

Classification Title Student Services Assistant I

FLSA Non-Exempt

FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary This position is focused on student services in the Institute for Leadership Advancement's certificate program. Student services duties include: advising students, clearing students for course registration, maintaining detailed advising and academic records, verifying student graduation requirements each semester, leading all ILA data collection, and serving as the primary Banner Web coordinator for ILA.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Excellent written communication skills

Ability to maintain effective working relationships using a teamwork approach

Commitment to issues of diversity and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community

Ability to utilize University Resources

Conflict management skills

Knowledge of UGA systems

Ability to provide process improvements

UGA Competencies:

Acts with Integrity

Serves Others

Communication

Learning

Makes Sound Decisions

Supervises Others

Champions Innovation

Physical Demands Working in a normal office environment.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Is this a Position of Trust? No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No

Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the

UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy 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 Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the

UGA Background Check website .

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities I. Academic student services to ILA students: Advise students on what classes are required to complete the certificate

Assist faculty in coordinating course content such as assessments and workshops

Coordinate the ILA Leadership Badge elective program

Use Athena to confirm classes and grades and accept/deny student requests

Verify student graduation requirements each semester; check transcripts, contact students, update graduation information in Athena and SQL.

Create and update advising materials

Coordinate with Terry major advisors and attend advisor meetings

Percentage of time 45

Duties/Responsibilities II. Manage ILA Applications: Create and distribute program applications

Lead direct outreach to applicants through information sessions and individual appointments

Create database of new applicants for Director and Associate Director

Liaises with Office of Information Technology to process applications

Distribute and collate scored applications

Percentage of time 15

Duties/Responsibilities III. Create classes: Use Banner/Argos to create classes every semester

Submit classroom request and reservations through Terry and Campus Reservations

Confirm class rolls for instructors

Percentage of time 10

Duties/Responsibilities IV. Bulletin/CAPA: Assist Director with course proposals and course changes in CAPA

Submit updated bulletin to OVPR as needed

Ensure correct curriculum is posted on UGA websites

Upload approved syllabi to CAPA

Percentage of time 10

Duties/Responsibilities V. Lead evaluation/assessment data collection: Compile and enter Assessment of Learning information for the program

Manage course evaluation process by setting dates and monitoring participation

Send out end-of-program and service-learning surveys and compile and report data

Percentage of time 10

Duties/Responsibilities VI. Document policies/procedures/keep records: Maintain and update ILA's data/record management plan

Maintain and archive current student data.

Comprise and keep a list of all student internships and jobs.

Track income by type of donor.

Track service-learning projects across various faculty.

Track alumni involvement in GAIL for development purposes

Collect, analyze, and distribute service-learning project data

Percentage of time 5

Duties/Responsibilities VII. Administrative duties: Keep the office open from 8 am - 5 pm

Answer main phone and check voicemail

Check mailbox in logistics

Manage the general email for ILA

Manage and approve the use of the ILA conference room

Purchase office supplies, etc. for the program

Percentage of time 5