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Archway Professional - Connected Resilient Communities (CRC)

PSO-Archway Partnership

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

External

Employee

Benefits Eligible

08/01/2024

05/31/2024

Yes

Applications should include: 1) letter of interest 2) resume/cv, 3) the name, address, phone number of three references
**please note letter of recommendations may be requested at a later time.

Athens Area

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Public Service Professional AC

Open Rank

Fiscal (12 mo.)

Non-Tenure Track

Minimum of master’s degree in public administration, urban/regional planning, public policy, public health, higher education, community development, business, non-profit management, or related field.

The University of Georgia is seeking qualified candidates to serve as a community-engagement facilitator, known as an Archway Professional. This position is a Public Service & Outreach Faculty member that will serve the Connected Resilient Communities Program. The Archway Partnership is a Public Service and Outreach Unit under the leadership of the Vice President for Public Service and Outreach. Archway is a nationally recognized leader in community engagement and stakeholder facilitation.

Please see the UGA guidelines for Public Service and Outreach Academic Ranks at

1. Three years of experience in community development, economic development, public administration, planning, non-profit, community organizing, leadership development, or regional planning.
2. Background in group facilitation, consensus building, focus groups, public engagement, and community organizing.
3. Background interacting with people of underrepresented racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

1. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
2. Proven professional who is responsive, service oriented, efficient, and timely with the desire to work as a member of a team sharing common goals and mission.
3. Excellent writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills; strong attention to detail, including the ability to present scientific, technical, and programmatic information to varied audiences.
4. Proven community program and project management skills.
5. Excellent data analytics and computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office.
6. Ability and willingness to travel to locations across Georgia as needed.
7. Ability to work independently and as part of a high performing team.

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Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

1. Serve as a primary point of contact for four new communities entering the CRC program each year.2. Facilitate the development of resiliency plans for four partner communities each year.3. Seek cross-campus partnerships and opportunities in collaboration with University of Georgia Schools, Colleges, and Public Service & Outreach (PSO) units, in addition to networking with key state agencies, regional partnerships, non-profit agencies, professional trade organizations, and corporate partners with a mission to cultivate and strengthen these relationships.4. Demonstrate partnership, collaboration, and community engagement best practices and principles.5. Coordinate student experiential learning and faculty research during community programs or projects.6. Document activities and program impact through a variety of evaluation mechanisms.7. Position local partnerships, programs, and projects for marketing and promotional media opportunities.8. Assist Community Engagement Manager with projects for other CRC communities.9. Assist Community Engagement Manager in marketing and recruiting for the CRC program.10. Participate in scholarship and grants as commensurate with a public service faculty position.11. Other duties as assigned.

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