Program Coordinator

UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Program Coordinator for its Office for Student Success. This full-time position involves supporting student programs and providing mentorship to staff. Candidates should have experience in academic support or related areas in higher education. A strong background in student development practices is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field.
• 2-3 years of progressively responsible experience in academic support.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement student programs and workshops to promote success.
• Coordinate the Thrive at Georgia: Bulldog Bridge program for first-year students.
• Recruit and supervise student staff to support initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Student development theory

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree preferred

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S13678P Working Title Program Coordinator Department VPI-Office for Student Success About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 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 formed School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

Standard hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with periodic nights and weekends for events and projects outside standard hours.

Advertised Salary $52,000+ Commensurate with experience Posting Date 06/02/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 07/21/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants

REVIEW BY DATE: Sunday, June 8th by 4:00 p.m

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 ([e-mail]).

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.

Position Information

Classification Title Public Service Professional AD FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; Master’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 2 -3 years of progressively responsible experience in student success, academic support, or related areas within higher education.
  
  

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator in the Office for Student Success and Achievement (OSSA), a unit of Instruction, plays a pivotal role in planning, coordinating, and delivering programs that support student success.

Reporting to the Assistant Director and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, the Program Coordinator will serve as a key contributor to scholar support initiatives, the Thrive at Georgia: Bulldog Bridge program, and first-generation student success efforts. This position also provides supervision to student staff, contributes to strategic outreach, and supports office-wide initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies

• Understanding of student development theory, academic coaching, holistic student support, and student success, with demonstrated experience implementing student-focused programs and workshops.
• Awareness of the unique needs of different student populations, and the ability to plan and deliver responsive programming that enhances their academic and personal success.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to coordinate logistics, manage budgets, and execute events and programs with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal, written, and digital communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with various student populations and campus stakeholders.
• Experience recruiting, training, supervising, and mentoring student staff, including providing constructive feedback and supporting their professional development.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and report data to evaluate program effectiveness and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Comfortable using campus systems, digital communication tools, social media platforms, and basic design or web content tools to support programming and outreach.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and adapt to shifting priorities.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Drive and travel to attend events, meetings, and outreach activities held both on and off campus.
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of equipment and materials for programs and events conducted on and off campus.
• Remain seated at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods.
• Lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds, such as boxes of promotional materials.
  
  

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes 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? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes 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

Scholar Support and Programming

• Provide individualized and group meetings to assigned scholar cohorts using an academic coaching approach that supports holistic student development.
• Plan and implement student programs and workshops that promote academic success, leadership development, community engagement, and awareness of campus resources.
• Communicate and advise scholars on experiential learning opportunities, and coordinate with campus partners to integrate these experiences into academic planning.
  
  

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities

Thrive at Georgia: Bulldog Bridge

• Coordinate the promotion, planning, programming, and implementation of Thrive at Georgia: Bulldog Bridge for incoming first-year students that promote academic success, leadership development, community engagement, and awareness of campus resources.
• Communicate programmatic support throughout their first year and continuing through graduation.
  
  

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

First-Generation and Initiatives

• Contribute to the planning and implementation of programs that support first-generation students, addressing their unique needs and fostering academic success. This includes key initiatives such as the National First-Generation College Celebration, First-Generation Graduation, and assisting with the first-generation newsletter, outreach, websites, and digital content.
• Participate in outreach and recruitment efforts for first-generation programs and events.
  
  

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Supervision

• Recruit, onboard, and supervise graduate and undergraduate student staff to support scholar programs, Thrive at Georgia: Bulldog Bridge, and first-generation student initiatives.
• Provide ongoing mentorship, performance assessment, and guidance to ensure effective team performance and program outcomes.
  
  

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Outreach, Strategic Support, and Professional Development

• Support the promotion, planning, programming, and implementation of ALL Georgia.
• Participate in OSSA, UGA, and external committees and events, as well as OSSA outreach, to promote student success.
• Participate in professional development workshops and conferences to stay informed about student success research, emerging trends, and best practices.
• Develop communication and marketing materials in consultation with the Senior Communications Coordinator.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver timely, relevant programming aligned with scholar needs and institutional priorities, fostering a cohesive support system for students.
• Manage program budgets by preparing and submitting financial documents, including payment and purchase requests, reimbursements, and expense reports.
• Coordinate logistics for program activities by scheduling meetings, reserving rooms, ordering food, purchasing promotional materials, and managing assigned email accounts.
• Collect and analyze data to evaluate program effectiveness, create reports, and inform ongoing improvement and strategic decision-making.
• Serve as co-adviser to student groups as needed.
• Assist with new work projects as assigned by the assistant director or director.
  
  

Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name OSSA General Recruitment Contact Email [e-mail] Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a valid Driver's license?
• YES
• NO
  

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information
  
  

Optional Documents

• Other Documents #1
• Other Documents #2

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Higher Education

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