Assistant Director, Civic Engagement: Perimeter College, Clarkson Campus: Georgia State University: Introduction to the Department: For more than 60 years, Perimeter College has been a gateway to higher education for the Atlanta region and beyond. On five campuses and online, students take advantage of our support and small classes to build a solid academic foundation that enables them to reach their goals. Perimeter College-Georgia State University is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible, and affordable education through learner-centered and innovative educational approaches that prepare students for professional careers and lifelong learning. We strive to create an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and academic excellence.
The External Relations and Workforce Development Department is seeking (1) dedicated and experienced Assistant Director, Civic Engagement: WHAT MAKES PERIMETER COLLEGE GREAT PLACE?
- Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
- A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
- Professional development opportunities and mentorship
- A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
Here Is What You Will Do
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Director, Civic Engagement are the following:
- Provides individual and group advising and hands-on assistance to approximately 410 of the 1160 adult participants annually with apprenticeship and college applications, FAFSA completion, and evaluation of the long-term costs and benefits of various career pathways in communities surrounding Perimeter College campuses, as assigned.
- Leads the program’s Learning and Employment Records (LER) initiative by developing, coordinating, and implementing training and support services that assist adult participants in documenting and demonstrating their workforce knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Ensures and documents participant eligibility and accurately records all services provided to each participant in accordance with program requirements and federal grant regulations.
- Leads and coordinates the project’s recruitment schedule to ensure adults throughout the 10‑county target area have timely access to information about and opportunities to participate in project services.
- Connects participants with appropriate tutoring and academic support services through Georgia State University’s Learning and Tutoring Centers and facilitates access to available resources.
- Provides ongoing guidance and support to the Educational Program Specialist to ensure effective and timely delivery of program services. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- Master's degree and three years of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience.
- A combination of work experience, including training and education, may be substituted for degree.
Department
191500000 - External Relations and Workforce Developmente
Location
Clarkston Campus
Shift
8:30am - 5:15pm
Salary
$60,600 - $75,700
Pay Grade
21
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Type
Full Time (Benefits Eligible)
Sponsor Funded
- This is a regular, full-time position which involves on-campus and online duties, with job continuation dependent upon grant funding.
Georgia State University Values
COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,, genetic information, or protected veteran status.
Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status.
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