Program Specialist

Posting Information

Posting Number: S14303P

Working Title:

Program Specialist

Department: PSO-Cont Ed-GC Cont Education

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.

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is hiring motivated, dependable, and team-orientated individuals for jobs that advance UGA’s mission of Public Service and Outreach. The Georgia Center, located on campus across from Stegeman Coliseum, is the campus hub for the development and administration of non-credit professional and continuing education courses as well as home of the only on-campus hotel.

georgiacenter.uga.edu

Posting Type:
External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:
Full Time

Additional Schedule Information:
Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, and some weekends in support of programs and activities.

Advertised Salary: $50,000-$55,000 (commensurate with experience)

Posting Date: 10/27/2025

Open until filled:
Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 12/01/2025

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 (hrweb).

USG Core Values Statement:
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and 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 online /policy manual/section8/C224/#p8.2._conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online /policy manual/section6/C2653.

Classification

Title:

Continuing Education Pro II

FLSA:
Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

The Program Specialist provides program and operational support to a portfolio of existing and future developed continuing education programs. These programs are offered across a variety of modalities including in-person, hybrid, and online and cover a range of disciplines supporting the lifetime educational journey of Georgians. The Program Coordinator collaborates with UGA staff, faculty, and subject matter experts to develop and deliver training programs designed to meet the needs and demands of the workforce.

Additionally, this position is needed to develop new opportunities for sponsored/contract work.

This position involves a commitment to customer service, the willingness to work collaboratively in a changing environment, and the skill to work with…