Internship and Recruiting Coordinator Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number S01620P Working Title Internship and Recruiting Coordinator Department SCH PUBLIC & INTRNTL AFFAIRS About the University of Georgia The University of Georgia ( UGA ), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the states oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( http://www.uga.edu/ ). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The Universitys main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The Universitys enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. About the College/Unit/Department Inaugurated in 2001 as the University of Georgias fourteenth college, the School of Public and International Affairs ( SPIA ) was formed from the existing Department of Political Science in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. Emerging at a critical time in US history, SPIAs existence since 2001 has coincided with public policy challenges and threats to democratic governance. Now, more than ever, the nation and the world require scholars and students to focus their attention on the pressing policy and governance issues of the day. SPIA prepares undergraduate and graduate students for good citizenship and careers in public life and trains future generations of teachers and scholars in the fields of international affairs, political science, and public administration and policy. College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type UGA Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Work Schedule (other) Monday-Friday 8-5; some travel Advertised Salary $40,000-$43,000 Posting Date 08/02/2018 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 08/27/2018 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Position Information Classification Title STUDENT AFFAIRS PROF II Pay Grade 056 FLSA Non-Exempt Job Family Student Services FTE 100 Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in a relevant field AND one (1) year of relevant experience. OR Five (5) years of experience in a relevant field. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of and proficiency with UGA electronic platforms preferred, including platforms used by UGA Career Center. Position Summary The Internship and Recruiting Coordinator will oversee undergraduate-employer engagement services for the School of Public and International Affairs ( SPIA ) including internships, fellowships, and entry-level job opportunities for undergraduate students. Major duties include developing and implementing strategies to prepare students for internships, identifying and recruiting internship sponsors, and placing students into internships and jobs. The Coordinator will collaborate with the UGA Career Center to plan and execute effective career programming geared toward SPIA students as well as represent SPIA at various events in order to expand and improve SPIA career services. This position requires off-campus visits to employers. Some travel is necessary. This position is a part of the SPIA Student Affairs team. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Knowledge of strategies for developing and delivering high quality pre-professional opportunities for students in higher education. Excellent networking skills and demonstrated success in developing relationships with intern sponsors, recruiters, and employers on behalf of students in higher education. Ability to travel, including out of state, overnight, and on some weekends. Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills. Confidence in preparing and making presentations before small and large groups. Absolute trustworthiness with confidential and sensitive information, communications, and materials. Attention to detail, quality, and clarity. Strong ability to multitask and work under pressure. Success in collaborating and coordinating with multiple offices and teams. Ability to work independently. Dependability as a colleague. Professional etiquette with all internal and external constituencies. Knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft Office environment. Knowledge of and proficiency with UGA electronic platforms, including platforms used by UGA Career Center. Knowledge of needs of student populations from outside of the United States as well as students from backgrounds that are under-represented in the academy. Physical Demands The ability to sit or stand for an extended time period. The ability to drive. The ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment. Does this position have financial responsibilities? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No 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. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Strategic Planning Research employment trends and high-probability internship and job opportunities for SPIA students. Develop strategies and prepare students for internships and job opportunities in consultation with SPIA Student Affairs and in close coordination with the UGA Career Center. Develop strategy, goals, and timeline for recruiting sponsors of student interns. Evaluate results of plans against goals and benchmarks. Regularly report to Director of SPIA Student Affairs and to Dean on progress and results of plans. Develop an evaluation to assess results of plans and to continually improve plans. Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Advising and Mentoring Advise students on internships and careers. Facilitate resume, cover-letter, and mock interview preparation for students in close coordination with UGA Career Center. Coordinate with pre-professional units in other colleges and schools at UGA , as relevant, to tap prospective internship and employment opportunities for SPIA students. Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Networking and Placement Services Develop long-term relationships with prospective intern sponsors. Involves traveling to meet prospective sponsors and to steward relationships with sponsors, recruiters, and employers. Facilitate relationship-building between students and prospective intern sponsors, recruiters, and employers. Arrange on- and off-campus interviews for students and, as relevant, class visits by sponsors, recruiters, and employers. As needed, screen interns and job applicants on behalf of prospective sponsors, recruiters, and employers. Collaborate with other pre-professional advisors and pre-career experts in SPIA , including, e.g., staff overseeing Emerging Leaders Internship Program; alumni affairs staff (for the purpose of identifying and cultivating SPIA alumni who sponsor SPIA interns). Organize and oversee pre-career opportunities for students, e.g., Networking Night and career fairs for students. Arrange off-campus networking opportunities for students and accompany students to venues, as relevant. Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Communications Develop and coordinate communications strategy with SPIA Office of External Affairs. Develop social media presence dealing with internships and career opportunities for SPIA students. Develop internship and career informational and training materials (electronic, web-based, or paper-copy) for students. Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Other Perform other duties as assigned. Percentage of time 5 Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you possess a valid driver's license? No Response No Yes Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter Optional Documents