Peer Academic Advisor - Institutional Student Worker

The University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Georgia in Dahlonega, GA is seeking a Peer Academic Advisor to support students and collaborate with Professional Academic Advisors. The role involves promoting advising, presenting information sessions, and assisting at-risk students. Expect approximately 30 hours per semester, depending on center needs.

The position provides intensive training to enhance leadership skills and familiarity with UNG policies. This is a part-time student worker role on the Dahlonega campus.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills.
• Must have active listening skills, time management skills, as well as basic computer skills.
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Represent Academic Advising at campus events such as New and Transfer Student Orientations, major and career fairs, Nighthawks Preview, and other UNG sponsored events.
• Develop and present workshops such as Advising Appointment stations, Nighthawk Registration workshops, and information sessions.
• Promote student services through outreach and marketing.
• Aid students in course scheduling during registration and add/drop periods.
• Attend ongoing training as necessary (initial PA training, FERPA training, etc).
• Attend monthly meetings and office duties.

Skills

Communication

Active listening

Time management

Basic computer skills

Confidentiality

Education

UNG enrollment (6+ credit hours)

Job description

Job Title: Peer Academic Advisor - Institutional Student Worker

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 301863

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 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.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Peer Advisor for the Dahlonega campus. Peer Advisors will work closely with Professional Academic Advisors to provide general information to students, promote academic advising, present major specific information sessions, and provide support for at-risk students. Peer Advisors undergo intensive training to enhance leadership skills and learn UNG policies and procedures. Peer Advisors will work approximately 30 hours a semester, depending on availability and Advising Center needs.

Responsibilities

• Represent Academic Advising at campus events such as New and Transfer Student Orientations, major and career fairs, Nighthawks Preview, and other UNG sponsored events.
• Develop and present workshops such as Advising Appointment stations, Nighthawk Registration workshops, and information sessions.
• Promote student services through outreach and marketing.
• Aid students in course scheduling during registration and add/drop periods.
• Attend ongoing training as necessary (initial PA training, FERPA training, etc).
• Attend monthly meetings and office duties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have strong communication skills.
• Must have active listening skills, time management skills, as well as basic computer skills.
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Must be enrolled as a current student in good standing with the university and must maintain a 2.75 GPA.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume, and Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 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.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php.

Conditions of Employment

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Position of Trust