Student Leadership Programs Specialist (Cochran Campus)

Middle Georgia State University -
Cochran, GA

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Parental leave
Leadership training provided
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance

Qualifications

Academic institution experience

Full Job Description

About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree-granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Job Summary

This position will assist in the development, promotion, and implementation of a comprehensive leadership program that is grounded in student learning outcomes and campus needs, which was founded on the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE) competencies and the Social Change Model for Leadership Development. This position will also assist with the daily operations of the Center for Career & Leadership Development office.

As a member of the Student Leadership Programs team, this position serves primarily planning, promoting, and facilitating in-person student leadership development opportunities. In addition to promoting and implementing signature student leadership programming for students on the designated campus, this position provides administrative, communication, and planning support for the university-wide implementation of the Student Leadership Programs. This position will work closely with the career development staff member who manages the specific location to assist with career advising drop-ins and programming support.

Responsibilities

Programming (40%) -
Assist in the development and facilitation of cutting-edge, engaging trainings, and programs that contribute to the holistic leadership development of our students
Facilitate/implement competency-based leadership education initiatives including cohort-based leadership development, first-year and emerging leadership education, mentoring, and leadership institutes/conferences.
Plan and implement the annual Leadership Programs Corporate Trip.
Coordinate the planning and execution of the End-of-Year Celebration for both the Macon and Cochran campuses.
Assist in the planning and implementation of the Student Leadership Conference, and the Student Leadership Challenge, including but not limited to managing room reservations, catering, and operational supplies inventories.
Coordinate service learning/volunteering opportunities for participants on the designated campus.
Lead the recruitment and development of program participants and mentors for the designated campuses.
Collaborate with Residential Life and other departments in Student Affairs to support leadership programming opportunities for student leaders.

Advising (40%) -
Provide advisement and coaching to students in Knights LEAD and Emerging Leaders on designated campuses.
Articulate the vision and services provided by the Center for Career and Leadership Development.
Provide leadership advising to student leadership program participants on designated campuses.
Promote/encourage leadership program students to engage/participate in days of service/community service, career development, and internship opportunities to enhance their leadership development
Attend iLead meetings and assist in coaching iLEAD Peer Educators, including assisting them in the planning process for the Annual RSO Leadership Training Workshop.
Serve as a Campus Security Authority (CSA)

Communication & Marketing (15%) -
Maintain, monitor, and update Leadership Program webpages and social media accounts.
Prepare emails, presentations, and other communication pieces to promote the programs to students and other stakeholders
Represent and promote programs at orientations, open houses, and other university events

Assessment (5%) -
Implement assessment plans for student leadership programs each year.
Assist with the consistent reporting, tracking, and evaluation of all student leadership programs.

Perform Other Duties -
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director for Career and Leadership Development and/or Student Leadership Programs Manager.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in education, event management, or another field related to the delivery of services to college-age student populations.

Other Required Qualifications
Must be able to work flexible hours when necessary.

Required Experience
One (1) year full-time experience or significant part-time experience working in residence life, student activities, or in other high-student contact areas of higher education or high school with a commitment to the educational development and success of students.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's degree in education, higher education, event management, or another field related to the delivery of services to traditional student populations.

Preferred Experience
Experience advising or coaching student organizations and groups; experience supervising/coaching/ evaluating student and/or staff members; experience in assessment/evaluation and working with campus/community partners.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of student development, leadership development, and service-learning theory, and their application to professional practice in higher education/student affairs.
Knowledge of Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) and implementing guidelines.
Knowledge of effective assessment strategies to inform programs and practices.
Skills in program delivery to the student body.

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

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment that supports the dignity of all members of the University community. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Middle Georgia State University. Pursuant to Board of Regents Policy Section 6.6 , federal and state laws and regulations, and our vision, mission, and values, Middle 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 ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Other Information

This is a non-exempt (hourly paid) position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:

Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life Insurance
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Parental Leave
Retirement
Employee discounts
Tuition reimbursement

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

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