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Official posting number: F2608P. Working title: One Health Archway Professional. Department: PSO-Archway Partnership. Employment type: Employee. Benefits eligibility: Benefits Eligible. Anticipated start date: 02/02/2026. Job posting date: 12/17/2025. Open until filled: Yes. Location of vacancy: Athens Area. Class title: Public Service Professional AC. Faculty rank: Open Rank. Contract type: Fiscal (12 mo.). Tenure status: Non‑Tenure Track.

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. It has more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and a continual commitment to higher education. The University is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report and employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. Enrollment exceeds 41,000 students, including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students, spread across 19 schools and colleges, including the newly established School of Medicine. For more information, visit https://www.uga.edu/.

About the Archway Partnership The Archway Partnership is nationally recognized for excellence in community engagement, winning the Association of Public and Land Grant Universities’ highest award for public service in 2022. Its innovative model connects Georgia communities to UGA resources to address critical locally identified needs, focusing on medical and veterinary care access, chronic disease prevention, mental health, obesity, Alzheimer’s and dementia, and veterinary care. The Archway Professional serves as the point of contact in Georgia communities and represents the entire University.

Position Summary The University of Georgia seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a One Health Archway Professional. One Health is the intersection of well‑being and health outcomes for people, animals, and the environment. This public service and outreach faculty member will act as a liaison between the Archway Partnership, other health and science colleges, schools, departments, institutes, centers, units, and Georgia communities. The role involves convening partners to facilitate critical health and wellness conversations, supporting internship and residency development, engaging with K‑12 STEM education, exploring bridge programs for medical and veterinary professionals, and conducting community‑engaged research. The position carries a rank in the public service faculty career ladder and requires travel across Georgia during the day, evening, and weekends as needed.

Minimum Qualifications A minimum of a master’s degree in public health, healthcare management, public administration, public policy, higher education, urban/regional planning, community development, business, non‑profit management, or a related field.

Additional Requirements Please see the UGA guidelines for Public Service and Outreach Academic Ranks at http://outreach.uga.edu/policies/appointment-and-promotion-guidelines/.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Five years’ experience in healthcare, public health, community development, economic development, public administration, planning, non‑profit, community organizing, leadership development, or regional planning.

Background in group facilitation, consensus building, focus groups, public engagement, and community organizing.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Proven professional who is responsive, service oriented, efficient, and timely with a desire to work as a member of a team sharing common goals and mission.

Excellent writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills; strong attention to detail, including the ability to present scientific, technical, and programmatic information to varied audiences.

Proven community program and project management skills.

Excellent data analytics and computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office.

Ability and willingness to travel to locations across Georgia as needed.

Ability to work independently and as a member of a highly integrated team.

Duties / Responsibilities

Enhance community engagement for health and science colleges, schools, departments, institutes, centers, and units by leveraging UGA’s vast network of public service and outreach.

Develop concrete mechanisms and approaches to support communities, including partnership opportunities with existing educational and community clinics.

Foster enhanced business engagement in health‑related fields where UGA has existing and/or emerging strengths.

Help build a culture of entrepreneurship in health science research and education.

Serve as liaison between the Archway Partnership, other health and science colleges, schools, and units, and Georgia communities.

Participate in interdisciplinary grant teams through preparation, review, budgeting, community engagement, reporting, implementation, and other grant activities.

Work closely with Archway Partnership leadership to identify and prepare new opportunities for partnership around the state.

Coordinate student experiential learning and faculty research through community programs or projects.

Develop dynamic relationships with community stakeholders to foster capacity building and resilience.

Familiarize with a wide range of resources at UGA, other higher education institutions, state agencies, regional partnerships, non‑profit organizations, professional trade associations, and other organizations.

Demonstrate partnership, collaboration, and community engagement best practices and principles.

Position local partnerships, programs, and projects for marketing, promotional, and media opportunities.

Engage in regional and state‑wide partnerships to support community connectivity to additional resources.

Participate in professional development activities, scholarly research, data collection, evaluation mechanisms, and other tools to document activities and program impact.

Other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time: 100%

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Online Audio and Video Media

EEO 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 (hrweb@uga.edu).

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 https://www.usg.edu/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 https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

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