Foundation Fellows Office Graduate Assistant

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.

Monday - Friday from 8am-5pm

This position is for 4/1/26 - 6/30/26 and returning 7/1/26 - 6/30/27

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).

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.

Academic Enrichment & Professional Development Programming: Support arrangements for the majority of program events. Coordinate catering, transportation, invitations, contracting, and photography for a wide range of cultural, social, and professional development program events such as receptions, dinner seminars, meetings, and banquets. Assist with the management of office communications. Perform additional clerical duties including responding to emails and phone calls.

Office Organization: Facilitate mailings and purchases. High level of autonomy is needed with management of office tasks and event planning. Office tasks involve superior time management and attention to detail in organizing and maintaining program calendars, websites, meetings, and the Foundation Fellows Office Space and Library.

Database, Publications, and Social Media Platform Maintenance: Assist with the management of database content of 900+ alumni & current students on Foundation Fellows online community platform. Manage content for Foundation Fellowship Social Media Platforms, such as Instagram and LinkedIn. Assist with the compilation and meticulous editing of numerous publications.

Student Recruitment: Assist with coordinating activities for invited prospective students and their families and visiting alumni, arranging with faculty for prospective students to visit their classes, and managing banquets and meetings over the Foundation Fellowship Interview Weekend. Tasks may include creating nametags, creating conference materials, setting up banquet rooms, and managing digital presentations.

Global Engagement and Group Travel: Assist with the management of the processes, development, and staff for multiple global engagement/group travel opportunities. Serve as the graduate assistant for a portion of the Foundation Fellows Oxford Maymester, working in Oxford, England. Duties may also include travel to statewide, national, and other overseas sites.