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Director Full-Time MBA/MSBA Career Management Center

University of Georgia
retirement plan
United States, Georgia, Athens
May 15, 2025
Posting Details
Posting Details


Posting Number S13603P
Working Title Director Full-Time MBA/MSBA Career Management Center
Department Terry-Full time MBA/MSBA
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). 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 3,100 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 formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
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
Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience
Posting Date 05/15/2025
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date 07/01/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information


Classification Title Student Affairs Manager
FLSA Exempt
FTE 1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary
The Director of the Full-Time MBA/ MSBA Career Management Center will report to the Director of the Full-Time MBA Program. S/he has responsibility to provide the strategic vision, leadership and management of the Full-Time MBA/ MSBA Career Management Center in alignment with the overall goals of the Terry College of Business. The Director will lead the CMC staff in equipping students with comprehensive career management skills and set the vision for student success in the job search and beyond. S/he will also manage the day-to-day operation of the office.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong presentation skills

Physical Demands
Listen to and talk with a variety of constituents in person, on the phone, and via video platforms.
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


Duties/Responsibilities
Provide General Management for the Career Management Center

  • Examine, benchmark and assess recruiting and market trends with MBA employers and colleagues at peer and aspirant programs, share findings with other graduate business programs within the Terry College
  • Develop and manage the CMC budget, allocate resources and oversee project management
  • Determine appropriate staffing, including positions, skills required to fill them, and division of responsibilities among Career Management Center staff members

    • Recruit, hire, supervise and evaluate Career Management Center staff. Communicate job expectations, monitor and evaluate job performance, and enforce University of Georgia and Terry College of Business systems, policies, and procedures
    • Lead staff management and continuity planning, resource allocation, strategic planning and budget planning
    • Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development of CMC staff as related to job duties and responsibilities



  • Effectively plan and manage career-related curricula, events, and other projects required to achieve departmental goals, including but not limited to scoping desired outcomes, timeline, processes, and implementation structure
  • Collaborate with other departments within the College and University
  • Track and report employment outcomes per the MBA Career Services & Employer Alliance Standards

Percentage of time 40


Duties/Responsibilities
Provide Career Education and Advising

  • Provide Career Management Center resources and support to students with goal of competitive placement/employment results of students as measured by the College and the national MBA and MSBA Employment standards used in media rankings
  • Cultivate and develop career opportunities for full-time MBA students and educate them on how to maximize these opportunities
  • Prepare students for success in corporate interactions
  • Oversee the development of career education materials and resources including career courses and extra-curricular career readiness programming
  • Manage career education and advising and provide career coaching and advice as needed for individual students
  • Continuously explore new technologies and vendors to deliver career education and advising more efficiently and at scale

Percentage of time 30


Duties/Responsibilities
Cultivate Corporate Relationships

  • Develop, sustain, and advance recruiting relationships with companies that hire MBA talent
  • Manage employer relations staff within the CMC to assess and refine the targets dictated by the market and the students enrolled in the program
  • Research high potential hiring targets, identify and execute ways to engage with them
  • Market the Program through a variety of channels in coordination with the Office of Marketing & Communication
  • Recommend and promote individual relationships between students and professionals
  • Provide support for managing and building relationships with the program's advisory boards and councils
  • Expand and build relationships with employers who are likely to sponsor work permits/visas for international MBA and MSBA students

Percentage of time 30
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