Associate Director

Job Title: Associate Director, Slate Communication Strategist Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 299767 About Us Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus. Job Summary The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Associate Director, Slate Communication Strategist. In support of the University’s strategy and mission, the University of North Georgia is looking to expand its team of Slate experts responsible for the communication coordination and strategic daily management of our Slate instance. The Associate Director, Slate Communication Strategist on our Slate Team will assist in leading a team that will focus on helping UNG Slate users across various academic units and departments with the usage of this customer relationship management (CRM) system. This position reports to the Director of our Slate Team. Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions. As a public institution, the university’s ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees. If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Responsibilities Responsible for building, reviewing, and launching all communications requests sent to the Slate team. Upholds and enforces UNG’s best practices for communications as decided upon by the Strategic Enrollment Management Communications Task Force committees. Represents the Slate department as subject matter expert for communications. Builds and reviews the communication recipient lists, rules, and queries associated. Responsible for creating and maintaining the query libraries to fulfill UNG's communication needs. Onboards new users providing initial Slate training and creates and maintains standard operating procedures (SOPs) required for the new users. Assists in the design and creation of communication reports and queries as requested for mailings that are running or have completed for analysis. Also responsible for assisting the Slate Strategist as needed with projects they are working on. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must have strong oral and written communication skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and solve technical challenges. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree is required. Minimum of two years of experience using Slate or similar customer relationship management system. Preferred Qualifications Preference given to applicants who have experience working with higher education student systems, including Slate and Ellucian Banner. Proposed Salary $68,051 - $74,856 Required Documents to Attach Resume, Cover Letter, and Transcripts Contact information for three professional references USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 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 on-line at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at Institutional Values The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at Conditions of Employment 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 North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time. This position does not require security clearance. Background Check Standard Enhanced + Education #J-18808-Ljbffr