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Director of Academic Integration

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Oct 17, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14272P
Working Title	Director of Academic Integration
Department	DAR-Career Center
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://www.uga.edu/). 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.
About the College/Unit/Department	Division of Development and Alumni Relations The Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives, and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building, and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities. Career Center The University of Georgia Career Center is the provider of centralized career services to undergraduate, graduate students, and alumni at The University of Georgia. Career Center staff work collaboratively with faculty and staff of all departments to enhance the career success of University of Georgia students/alumni. Several of the "nuts & bolts" services the UGA Career Center provides to its students include career counseling, job search training, and opportunities to connect with employers. The Career Center also serves as a corporate gateway to the University by helping employers meet key faculty/staff, understand culture and curriculum, and successfully recruit UGA students and alumni. A broad group of corporate, government, and nonprofit employers recruit at The University of Georgia, and the Career Center facilitates this process through career fairs, on-campus interviews, and a variety of recruiting and educational programs and events.
College/Unit/Department website	https://give.uga.edu/ and https://dar.uga.edu/ and www.career.uga.edu
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	8:00am-5:00pm; Willing and able to work evenings and weekends as necessary
Advertised Salary	Commensurate qualifications and experience
Posting Date	10/17/2025
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	12/15/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants	This position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position. This position is open until filled with priority given to applications submitted by November 2, 2025. Please submit a cover letter and resume to include three references. The cover letter should address the interest in the position, qualifications, and relevant experience.
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@uga.edu).
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://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 online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Community Relations Pro IV
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 8 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications	Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, education, human resources, or related field. Doctorate in education, higher education administration, or related discipline. Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in career services, academic affairs, faculty development, or related roles. Demonstrated success in leading strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaboration in a higher education environment. Experience engaging faculty in student success or career-related initiatives. Familiarity with current trends in career education, experiential learning, and the integration of career readiness into curriculum.
Position Summary	Reporting to the Career Center's Executive Director, this position is responsible for advancing a university-wide culture of career development by embedding career readiness into the academic experience through intentional faculty engagement. The Director will work across colleges, departments, and administrative units to strategically integrate career education and assignments into curricula and co-curricular activities. The Director will lead the development, implementation, and assessment of a comprehensive faculty engagement strategy, with the ultimate goal of supporting student career success and promoting a "Career Everywhere for Every Bulldog" institutional culture.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Strategic and systems thinking Relationship-building and collaboration across various stakeholder groups Strong communication and presentation skills Project management and organizational development Data-informed decision-making and program assessment Proven ability to work effectively with faculty. Ability to develop strong relationships with referring faculty and administrators Knowledgeable of career needs, skills, and trends Demonstrated program development and events coordination experience Technical Proficiency with enterprise software systems Cross-functional collaboration, ability to embrace and drive change and organize system-wide resources to engage and educate faculty Additional Division Expectations Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment. Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting are expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation.
Physical Demands	Work in a standard office environment Travel in and out of state as necessary Sit and work at a computer workstation for extended periods of time Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondence Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listening Organize and establish priorities; Remember detail; multi-task Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds Walk, stand, stoop, lift, kneel, climb
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	No
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	Yes
Credit and P-Card policy	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.
Background Investigation Policy	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.

Duties/Responsibilities

Faculty Engagement & Strategic Leadership

Provide direct supervision to a core team and offer liaison-based dotted-line oversight to career consultants involved in Academic Integration, with a focus on faculty development and engagement. Provide insight, faculty development toolkit, and consultation to ensure strong communication.
Serve as the primary liaison between the Career Center and academic departments to foster faculty involvement in student career development efforts.
Lead the design and execution of a university-wide Faculty Engagement Strategy focused on career development, in alignment with the Career Center's strategic plan.
Partner with academic leadership to position career development as a shared institutional responsibility by integrating it into academic policies, departmental practices, and faculty roles.
Develop and promote opportunities for faculty to participate in career education efforts, such as workshops, classroom collaborations, career modules, and experiential learning partnerships.
Build and manage a faculty recognition process that honors and incentivizes faculty career advocacy through awards, grants, and institutional support.

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Academic Integration

Collaborate with faculty to embed career readiness competencies and labor market awareness into academic courses and programs.
Support curriculum development initiatives that align academic learning outcomes with career development goals, including career pathways, transferable skills, and post-graduate planning.
Identify and implement scalable models of curricular and co-curricular integration that facilitate student reflection on the connection between academic content and career preparation.
Collaborate closely with the UGA Mentor Program to prioritize faculty awareness of the UGA Mentor Program and the integration of mentors into the student experience.
Develop a Faculty Fellows program to support new and growing initiatives in Career Services. Faculty Fellows' overall goal is for faculty to help students translate their college experience into skills and credentials that align with UGA Career Competencies for Career Readiness.

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Infrastructure, Policy, and Culture Building

Lead the development of organizational infrastructure and institutional policies that support and sustain faculty engagement in career education.
Collaborate with institutional stakeholders (e.g., Office of Instruction, Center for Teaching and Learning, Student Affairs) to align initiatives and create cross-campus synergy.
Serve on relevant university committees and working groups to advocate for career development inclusion in faculty development, general education revisions, and strategic planning efforts.

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Assessment and Evaluation

Establish data-driven benchmarks, metrics, and accountability measures to assess faculty engagement outcomes and impact on student career success.
Create reports and presentations for senior leadership to communicate progress, identify gaps, and inform continuous improvement efforts.
Use assessment results to guide strategic decision-making and share evidence-based practices with campus partners.

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