Director, UGA Mentor Program, Athens

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

S15195P

Working Title

Director, UGA Mentor Program

Department

DAR-Career Center

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university

( . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News&World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

Division of Development and Alumni Relations

The Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives, and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building, and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities.

Career Center

The University of Georgia Career Center is the provider of centralized career services to undergraduate, graduate students, and alumni at The University of Georgia. Career Center staff work collaboratively with faculty and staff of all departments to enhance the career success of University of Georgia students/alumni. Several of the "nuts&bolts" services the UGA Career Center provides to its students include career counseling, job search training, and opportunities to connect with employers.

The Career Center also serves as a corporate gateway to the University by helping employers meet key faculty/staff, understand culture and curriculum, and successfully recruit UGA students and alumni. A broad group of corporate, government, and nonprofit employers recruit at The University of Georgia, and the Career Center facilitates this process through career fairs, on-campus interviews, and a variety of recruiting and educational programs and events.

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Posting Type

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; Willing and able to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.

Advertised Salary

$82,500+ commensurate with qualifications and experience

Posting Date

05/22/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

08/01/2026

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. 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 ( ).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title

Career Services Manager

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent plus 10 years of professional experience to include 3 years of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading or being a significant part of an established mentorship program in higher education Experience leading a university-wide program Supervisory Experience Experience being a part of a departmental leadership team Master's degree in higher education, student personnel administration, or related fieldPossesses excellent interpersonal skills and is resourceful and self-reliant to manage and scale a university-wide Mentor Program Strong leadership skills to influence a culture of mentorship at UGA A professional with a background in serving students, experience in building and maintaining relationships, and marketing experiencePosition Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director of the Career Center, the Director position holds the major responsibility of leading the UGA Mentor Program, which connects students to UGA alumni and friends/affiliates of the university. The Director supervises a team of coordinators, with additional program support provided by graduate assistants, undergraduate student assistants, and student ambassadors.

The position develops an annual strategic plan that includes orientations, marketing and communication, outreach, education, and program assessment. As a mentoring advocate, this individual is familiar with all campus mentorship programs and facilitates meetings for and shares resources with UGA campus partners. The Director plays a leading role at the institutional level to build community among mentoring scholars and practitioners with the mission to foster a culture of mentoring across the University.

The Director also serves as a vital leadership team member on the Career Center team, innovating and designing initiatives to better support the career development of students and contributing in significant ways on Career Center committees. The position advances the mission of the Division by developing partnerships to increase alumni engagement and philanthropy goals.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Possess excellent technical skills, be adept at engaging others through collaboration, and have the ability to take initiative to grow the program Strong communication skills and ability to develop and cultivate relationships Strong project management skills Strong program management skills Ability to innovate, incubate, and launch mentoring and career development initiatives

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 in a standard office environment Travel in and out of state if necessary Work nights and weekends as necessary Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondence, and social media Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listening Organize and establish priorities; Remember detail; multi-taskLift and/or move up to 25 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, …