Manager, Career Engagement

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About The University Of Georgia:

Posting Number:

S14571P

Working Title:

Manager, Career Engagement

Department:

Terry-Full time MBA/MSBA

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 (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). 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.

Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP



Employment Type :

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part Time:

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information:

Typically, Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Advertised Salary:

$55,000-$60,000 + commensurate with experience

Posting Date:

01/07/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Proposed Starting Date:

03/01/2026

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 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 online at https://_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https:///C2653.

Classification

Title:

Career Counselor II

FLSA:

Exempt

FTE:

1.00



Minimum Qualifications :

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

Position Summary:

This position reports to the Director of the MBA/MSBA Career Management Center (CMC) focusing on career coaching, career programming, and selected special initiatives to benefit the MSBA, FMBA and Pathway MBA Programs. Student coaching includes career advising beginning in the pre-term with career foundations and continuing throughout the academic experience. Career programming includes designing and facilitating workshops, panels, and events focused on career readiness.

The position also collaborates with corporate engagement staff to develop new avenues to expand students career options and networking abilities. .

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or

Competencies:

• Ability to research, identify relationships between and across academic disciplines
• Compile research from multiple sources
• Understand the interrelationship between academic programs and employers’ needs and contribute to building strong graduate business talent pipelines and partnerships
• Strong writing and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to effectively interact with corporate executives, alumni, faculty, and staff…