Job Description

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!


Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!


Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here:

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Leadership & Community Engagement

Job Summary

Develop and maintain a robust, comprehensive community engagement program, including a strong local volunteer service program, and support, as appropriate, for the service-learning initiative and the leadership development program.

Responsibilities

• Oversee execution of the Serve912 community engagement program on the Statesboro campus, including community liaisons, volunteer trips, service events, and community partnerships
• Recruit, select, train, and supervise a team of up to 10 student leaders to serve as community liaisons
• Coordinate the Serve912 trip program including the recruitment and training of student trip leaders, program marketing, budget management, and program assessment
• Build positive relationships both on-campus and in the local community
• Support the service hour tracking process through digital software and serve as department representative to platform administration
• Coordinate the department¿s annual service-related events including, but not limited to, Holiday Helper Tree, Step into Statesboro, Sculpt-It for the Hungry, National Volunteer Month, and Caring for Community Days
• Oversee community engagement website pages and weekly OLCE newsletter
• Teach leadership courses within the office¿s co-curricular leadership program as needed
• Supervise at least one (1) graduate assistant
• Represent unit and university at recruitment events

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

• Three (3) or more years of related work experience which could include professional work experience, graduate assistantship experience, and/or appropriate collegiate experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Student Affairs/Higher Education or a related field

Preferred Experience

• Teaching experience in higher education
• Program development, implementation, and assessment experience
• Experience developing partnerships with student affairs areas and community based organizations
• Supervisory experience

Proposed Salary

$21.63 - $22.45 per hour

This is non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Problem-solving and team building experience
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills

Apply Before Date

April 15, 2025



Application review may begin as early as April 15, 2025 .

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at [email protected].

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email [email protected].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University 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.


Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.


Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.


Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.


Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

• Operating motor vehicle equipment (position is required to drive).
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours.
• Work generally performed in office environment May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Background Check

• Standard + Education & DMV

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Work experience placement, Local area,

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