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Form of workLocation: Georgia Gwinnett College
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 260520
About Us
Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students' success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.
As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our diverse student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community.
In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support the diverse needs of our faculty and staff. From competitive compensation to health and wellness programs, professional development opportunities to work-life balance initiatives, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel valued.
Located in the thriving community of Gwinnett County, GGC offers a rich cultural and social landscape that enhances the overall college experience. Our backdrop is a beautiful, modern 260-acre campus located just 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Our students and employees benefit from the close proximity to various local amenities, including shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. This vibrant community serves as an extension of our campus, providing a diverse and stimulating environment for personal and professional growth.
Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, let's make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders.
All members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values, which consists of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values shape and fundamentally support our university's work. Additionally, all faculty, staff, and administrators must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents and Georgia Institute of Technology's policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom. More information on these policies can be found here: Board of Regents Policy Manual | University System of Georgia (usg.edu)
Job SummaryThe Honors Program is seeking a personable, energetic, and adaptable student for a Student Assistant position. The FWS student assistant will be the first point of contact for visitors, deliveries, and faculty; therefore, the representative must positively portray a professional demeanor at all times. The candidate must be familiar with the Honors Program's daily operations and fast-paced environment, so the candidate must be adaptable and work well under time constraints. This individual should be knowledgeable in designing, maintaining, and expanding communications to the collegiate and broader communities through multiple platforms including email, websites, social media, and print mediums.
ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions -
Assisting with planning, coordination, communications, and execution of Honors Program event programming.
Maintaining Honors Program social media and news, including development of content.
Assisting with Program communications to members and potential members.
Working with Program director on tasks associated with Program outreach and marketing on campus and in the community, including development of marketing materials.
Assisting with reports, file maintenance, mailing letters, making copies, faxing documents, data entry, making phone calls, and special projects as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Other Required Qualifications
Must have a Federal Work Study award.
Must be currently enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Georgia Gwinnett College.
Must be in good academic standing and maintain good standing for the duration of employment.
Must be in good conduct standing with the Office of Student Integrity and maintain good conduct for the duration of employment.
Must be able to handle confidential information.
Excellent attention to detail and excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, research and problem-solving skills are required.
Must also have strong familiarity with and experience using D2L/BrightSpace; Get Involved; social media and online venues such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, WordPress; and Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, including calendar functions.
Self-directed learning, dependability, and the ability to work independently also are needed.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Overall GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Strongly prefer applicants with deep familiarity and extensive, sustained engagement with the GGC Honors Program and its mission, members, requirements, expectations, and programming.
Familiarity with the Adobe suite of tools is a plus.
Willingness to adapt to change and the ability to work in a fast-paced, flexible environment are highly encouraged.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College, as determined by Georgia Gwinnett College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy and practice of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote, retain, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, sex/gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, AREA, and Executive Order 11246 ). For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Georgia Gwinnett College Human Resources Team at (678) 407.5070 or email hr@ggc.edu. For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Payroll and Benefits at (678) 407.5054 or email benefits@ggc.edu. Any individual who feels that they may have been discriminated against should contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Compliance at titleix@ggc.edu.
Other InformationDue to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.
