DIRECTOR OF CAREER PLACEMENT AND ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT

FULL TIME

INTERESTED CANDIDATES MUST APPLY AT:  https://www.easyhrweb.com/JC_SouthernCrescent

GRIFFIN CAMPUS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field *and* Three (3) years of work-related experience

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Assigns, plans, and directs Career Placement and Advisement which includes Assessment activities to ensure maximum operational efficiency on a continuous basis according to established procedures;

· Manages and oversees financial/budget operations of the department;

· Exercises fiscal prudence by monitoring expenditures and revenues on a continuing basis to ensure revenues are earned and expenses are not overspent;

· Reviews and approves expense accounts, leave requests, travel requests, etc. to ensure conformity with established policies and procedures;

· Monitors the activities of personnel to ensure compliance with TCSG policy manual and department procedures;

· Administers the implementation and management of the TEAMS system and supervises the college’s Navigator. The Navigator’s primary responsibility is the management of TEAMS and it’s requisite reporting;

· Supervises the day to day work of the Graduation Coach to include the development of goals and strategies for improving the retention of academically at-risk students;

· Prepares reports in requested format within requested time frame;

· Develops and/or assists with the development of policies and procedures and recommends changes to effectively meet the goals and requirements of the program;

· Works with management and staff to determine strategic positioning and to eliminate duplication of processes;

· Maintains knowledge of assigned program area and gives updates to management on services, operations, and projects;

· Defines and sets goals based on strategic direction of the technical college and customer needs;

· Evaluates employees at scheduled intervals upon reviewing of all relevant information;

· Participates in meetings to ensure department goals are in line with the technical college goals;

· Conducts regular evaluations of services provided and makes adjustments as needed;

· Maintains up-to-date with policies, procedures, and state or federal laws that may impact department initiatives;

· Maintains excellent working relationships with and serves as a liaison to internal and external customers; and

· Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

Knowledge of Banner, KMS (Knowledge Management Systems); Skill in the use of computers and job related software programs Knowledge of current policies, laws, trends and developments in the field; Ability to translate technical data into information that can be used in a variety of settings and populations; Leadership skills; Oral and written communication skills;

Skill in interpersonal relations an in dealing with the public.

SALARY:

Salary commensurate with education and work experience. Benefits include paid state holidays, paid annual and sick leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program.

SPECIAL NOTES:

It shall be a condition of employment to submit to a background investigation. Offers of employment shall be conditional pending the result of the background investigation. 

Federal Law requires ID and eligibility verification prior to employment. 

All male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are ages 18 through 25, are required to register for the military draft and must present proof of Selective Service Registration upon employment. 

Applicants who need special assistance may request assistance by phoning (770)229-3454. 

Only those who are interviewed will be notified of the status of the position. Candidates must successfully complete a criminal background investigation and motor vehicle screening.

**  The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, spouse of military member, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all technical college-administered programs, programs financed by the federal government including any Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I financed programs, educational programs and activities, including admissions, scholarships and loans, student life, and athletics. It also encompasses the recruitment and employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services.