STEM Career Readiness Specialist

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 accepting applications for a STEM Career Services Specialist position. The STEM Career Specialist provides career education, guidance, and support to undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni from the College of Science & Mathematics; provides tailored career counseling, internship coordination, and industry connection opportunities for students and alumni. Key duties include one-on-one coaching for career development and collaborating with faculty to create career-focused education and events. The position is a specialized role focused on the College of Science & Mathematics and requires extensive collaboration with campus departments and external partners.

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 (706) 867-4470.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one career support and guidance to students and alumni, helping each one build self-awareness of their values, interests, and preferred skills; interpret career assessment results; demonstrate resources for occupational research; teach resume building, networking skills, social media management, interview preparation, and ethical AI use in career development; support students seeking appropriate experiential learning; support students seeking graduate school options and planning help.
• Develop interactive career presentations for classes, career chats, and student groups; collaborate with faculty, staff, alumni, and industry professionals to provide customized career education and connection opportunities. Create and manage career showcases, fairs, or panels for students in the College of Science & Mathematics.
• Consult with department chairs/faculty within the College of Science & Mathematics, providing career content where requested; assist with developing and maintaining relevant industry connections; stay current with changes to relevant industries, hiring needs and recruitment practices.
• Coordinate internship program paperwork; provide guidance to students, faculty, and employers regarding internship development; facilitate credit and non-credit-bearing opportunities, recommend policies and procedures; collect and record internship data
• Assist with donation drives, record-keeping, and maintenance of Nigel's Career Closet; guide students in the use of Nigel's Career Closet and Iris photobooth
• Create career content as needed for website, newsletter, handouts or videos; generate career-related social media content for posting by the social media manager; participate in team meetings and collaborate to promote career services
• Collaborate with campuses and departments to support events and programs, including orientation, graduation, Nighthawk Showcase, Majors Fair, and other programs as needed
• Provide tasks and feedback to Career Services¿ administrative assistant and/or student workers

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and persuasive skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Strong project management and marketing skills; computer and AI skills.
• Ability to establish rapport with students, faculty and employers; handle multiple tasks and projects on short deadlines; evaluate assessment data; teamwork; continuous learning; making industry connections.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Biology, Engineering, or related major
• Two years of relevant career or recruiting/staffing or academic advising experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (which may include experience as an intern or volunteer).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred.
• GCDF or CCSP a plus, or other career development-related certifications
• Familiarity with federal employment laws, workforce development issues, strategies for job seekers, and career development theories and practices strongly preferred.

Proposed Salary

The proposed salary range is: $47,401-$52,142.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial 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 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 on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

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 https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php.

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 not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require a security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

Position of Trust + Education

Organization

The University of North Georgia is a member of the University System of Georgia and holds designations as a state leadership institution and as The Military College of Georgia. With more than 18,000 students, the University of North Georgia is one of the state’s largest public universities. The regional, multi-campus university offers more than 100 programs of study ranging from certificate and associate’s degrees to professional doctoral programs.

The University of North Georgia's educational experience provides a solid foundation to help students become civic, professional and military leaders who serve communities locally and globally. UNG's student-focused environment includes quality education, service, inquiry, and creativity.

UNG is one of only six senior military colleges in the United States and its residential Army ROTC program consistently ranks among the best in the country. UNG competes in NCAA Division II in baseball, softball, golf, basketball, soccer, mixed rifle, and women's cross country.

The University of North Georgia has seven academic colleges and institutes: the College of Arts and Letters, the Mike Cottrell College of Business, the College of Science and Mathematics, the College of Education, the College of Health Professions, University College, and the Lewis F. Rogers Institute for Environmental and Spatial Analysis.

At the undergraduate level, UNG offers the Associate of Arts (A.A.) and the Associate of Science (A.S.) degrees and the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS); Bachelor of Arts (BA); Bachelor of Science (BS); Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA); Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA); and Bachelor of Science-Nursing (BSN).

Graduate degrees offered at UNG include: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT); Education Specialist in School Leadership (EDSSL); Master of Education (Med); Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT); Master of Arts in history (MA); Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA); Master of Science in clinical mental health counseling (MS); Master of Science in family nurse practitioner (MS); Master of Science in nursing education (MS); Master of Science in physical education (MS); Master of Science in criminal justice (MS); Master of Public Administration (MPA); Master of Business Administration (MBA); Master of Music (MM).

The University of North Georgia was formed through the consolidation of North Georgia College & State University and Gainesville State College, two of the top-performing schools in the University System of Georgia, in January 2013. Positioned in the fastest-growing region of the state, UNG comprises five campuses and online opportunities united by a single mission focused on academic excellence and academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

UNG’s campuses are located across the northeast Georgia region in Blue Ridge, Cumming, Dahlonega, Gainesville, and Oconee County. With easy access to metro Atlanta and Georgia's mountain and piedmont areas, the region features vibrant cultural and recreational opportunities, including Lake Lanier and the the Appalachian Trail.

The University of North Georgia is part of the University System of Georgia Complete College Georgia (CCG) initiative to improve the retention, progression, and graduation of students. Grounded in the successes and strengths of the past and inspired by the potential of the new University of North Georgia, UNG's Complete College Georgia plan seeks to advance educational attainment in the northern part of the state, contributing to the region's workforce and economic prosperity.

To obtain application information for the University of North Georgia, call the Admissions Office at 706-864-1800, or for a closer look at the university, visit www.ung.edu.