Title III Project Assistant

Job ID: 284053
Location: Gordon State College
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide.

Job Summary

The Title III Project Assistant is a grant funded position (funded by the Title III Grant) that assists the Title III Project Coordinator with implementation and evaluation of the grant project. The incumbent should possess the skills and experience required to assist the coordinator in the day-to-day activities of project development, organization, communication, and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Title III project coordinator in the implementation of Gordon State College (GSC) Title III projects.
  
• Under the supervision of the Title III project coordinator, assist in drafting and editing reports, assembling of formative and summative data, and research for GSC Title III project coordinator.
  
• Collaborates with GSC Title III management team as directed by GSC Title III project coordinator.
  
• Assists the GSC Title III project coordinator with purchasing, budgeting, and compliance with all applicable University System of Georgia, state, GSC, and federal regulations.
  
• Assists the GSC Title III project coordinator with the development and implementation of training for faculty, staff, and students.
  
• Assists the GSC Title III project coordinator with hiring and supervising peer mentors in compliance with all applicable University System of Georgia, state, GSC, and federal regulations.
  
• Assists with other Title III project coordinator duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in higher education or a related academic discipline.
  
• Knowledge of student development activities.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of bests practices related to higher education retention and graduation.
  
• Knowledge of student success technology.
  
• Skill in Microsoft Office suite applications and related office technology.
  
• Skill in written and oral communication.
  
• Skill in time management, collaboration, and project organization.

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 athttps://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 athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Commitment to Excellence: Prioritize high standards in all endeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement.

Student Success: Focus on enhancing regional workforce by effectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment.

Innovation and Creativity: Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society and the wider world.

Belonging: Embrace and celebrate multiple perspectives, fostering an environment that enriches learning and promotes respect and understanding.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at 678.359.5011. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

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

Other Information

This position is 100% in person.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with Gordon State College, as determined by Gordon State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

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