Program Recruiter and Adult Learner Transition Manager

Program Recruiter and Adult Learner Transition Manager

Job ID : 276895

Location : Statesboro, Georgia;Georgia Southern - Savannah

Full / Part Time : Full Time

Regular / Temporary : Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia.

As a Carnegie Doctoral / R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs.

Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical / urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers.

Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here : https : / / president.georgiasouthern.

edu / performance-excellence / mission-values /

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

Department Information

Adult and Online Learning

Job Summary

Serve adult and online students in their transition to college via programs and services offered by Adult and Online Learning.

Recruit adult and fully online students to undergraduate and graduate programs. Transition prospective and enrolled students to the appropriate office and program for their needs, including through the credit for prior learning process.

Work with the Associate Director to build and implement new programs and events as appropriate based on student needs.

Responsibilities

• Promote all programmatic and educational offerings by Adult and Online Learning and the Institute for Innovative and Integrated Studies to regional community members, campus partners, and potential students
• Establish relationships with regional nonprofits and government entities for the purpose of garnering adult student interest in Georgia Southern
• Recruit prospective adult learners and engage with enrolled nontraditional students through University events, including but not limited to, orientations, open houses, community events, and evening programs
• Develop and manage new programs, events, and outreach initiatives that attract and engage both prospective and enrolled adult learners and fully online students
• Promote and recruit students for the University's prior learning assessment program
• Assist with implementation of the prior learning assessment (PLA) course by working one-on-one with students to identify potential PLA opportunities, navigating the student through the PLA process, course payment, course completion, portfolio submission, and approval
• Collaborate, as directed, with university offices to facilitate the transition of adult learners to continuing education and professional certification programs
• Manage office communications with prospective and enrolled adult learners and fully online students, including but not limited to social media initiatives and all incoming and outgoing communication via telephone, email, etc.
• Assist with supervising office graduate assistance and other student employees

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

• Two (2) or more years of experience working in higher education
• Three (3) or more years of related work experience
• Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

Master's Degree

Proposed Salary

$55,126 - $70,307

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three (3) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University.
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and / or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to work effectively with community organizations, government agencies and business leaders

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Knowledge of assessment methods to ensure program quality and client satisfaction
• Knowledge of adult learning theories
• Knowledge of Prior learning assessment

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Excellent leadership and team building skills
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills
• Excellent time-management and problem-solving skills

Apply Before Date

October 4, 2024

Application review may begin on September 13, 2024.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at [email protected] .

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or [email protected] .

USG Core Values

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 on-line 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 on-line at https : / / www.

usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University 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.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Proof of valid Driver's License upon hire and throughout employment

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources : (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work generally performed in an office environment
• Evening and weekend work may be required
• Work is fast-paced, ever-changing, and results-oriented
• Travel required

Background Check

Standard + Education

To apply, visit https : / / careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu / psp / careers / CAREERS / HRMS / c / HRS HRAM FL.HRS CG SEARCH FL.

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