Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
8:00am-5:00pm; Must be willing and able to work evenings or weekends as necessary
Advertised Salary $69,680 Posting Date 08/13/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 11/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants

• This position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.
• For the first two years, this role will be based within the Career Center, be physically located in Conner Hall, and will report to the Director of Employer Relations within the Career Center. The position will also collaborate closely with the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) on a daily basis, with a dotted-line reporting relationship to an Associate Dean of CAES. After the initial two-year period, the position will transition to be based within CAES, with physical placement in the college and no official reporting line to Career Center.

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 ([email protected]).
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 Student Services Professional 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

• The preferred qualifications for this position include a master's degree in higher education, student personnel administration, counseling, and/or experience in the agricultural sector.
• Agricultural sector experience and knowledge of industry trends.
• Career services experience. Specifically, employer relations and event planning experience.
• Career assessment experience.
• Ability to work with various groups and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Employer Relations, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences has a dual report line to the UGA Career Center Director of Employer Relations and the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs. This individual is responsible for cultivating employer relationships, executing effective employer engagement targeted toward career and internship opportunities, and communicating regularly with Career Center leadership and CAES leadership to strengthen employer engagement and better serve CAES students. This individual will also manage processes related to communication and event promotion, event coordination, program assessment, and data reporting.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Proven ability to manage employer relationships, as well as faculty and staff relationships
• Knowledgeable of career needs, skills, and trends related to alumni, general career development, and job market trends
• Strong verbal and written communications skills; excellent presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects; strong planning and organizational skills
• Demonstrated program development and events coordination experience
• Proficient computer skills, especially web-based technology

Additional Division Expectations

• Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment.
• Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting are expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation.

Physical Demands

• Work evenings and weekends as necessary
• Work in a standard office environment
• Travel in and out of state as necessary
• Sit and work at a computer workstation for extended periods of time
• Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondence
• Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listening
• Organize and establish priorities; Remember detail; multi-task
• Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Walk, stand, stoop, lift, kneel, climb

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes 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) 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
Develop and Execute an Effective Employer Relations Strategy for the College

• Develop and maintain a menu of opportunities employers can choose from (recruitment activities, classroom presentations, student organization speaker opportunities, and special events) to engage with students. Evaluate annually.
• Consult with employers on their campus recruiting strategy and encourage participation in career fairs and other student engagement opportunities.
• Provide high-quality customer service to employers throughout their engagement with the College.
• Network with employers at career fairs and recruiting events to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Stay attuned to industry trends impacting the College.
• Manage employer contacts and track engagement activity utilizing data from the donor database (GAIL) and the job and internship posting platform (Handshake).

Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities
Facilitate Effective Collaboration and Communication

• Communicate information about upcoming events and programming to relevant
• stakeholders and leaders.
• Promote employer engagement events to students utilizing CAES digital signage, listservs, newsletters, social media, and more, coordinating with the Career Center, CAES Office of Marketing and Communications, and the CAES Office of Development and Alumni Relations.
• Meet regularly with faculty in the College to understand alignment of academic programs and industry needs.
• Support the planning and execution of the annual Agricultural and Environmental Career & Internship Fair.
• Work closely with the College's career consultant and other personnel to develop and execute the employer relations strategy.

Percentage of time 35 Duties/Responsibilities
Assessment and Evaluation

• Design and implement annual assessment and evaluation plan to measure program effectiveness. The plan should gather feedback from students, faculty, and employers.
• Use assessment data to make informed decisions about future engagement.

Percentage of time 15

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 Development & Alumni Relations' Office of Talent Management Recruitment Contact Email [email protected] Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • DAR Careers Page
   • DiversityJobs.com
   • Handshake
   • Insight Into Diversity
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • LinkedIn
   • UGAJobs (UGA's job board)
   • Other (please provide name of source)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents