Director Of Operations, Pmba And Omba

Posting Number: S12050P
Working Title: Director of Operations, PMBA and OMBA
Department: Terry-Exec/Prof MBA
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 (). 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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Advertised Salary: $75,000 + Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date: 05/06/2024
Open until filled: No
Closing Date: 05/10/2024
Proposed Starting Date: 06/01/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants: The position is based at the Terry Executive Education Center (TEEC) in Atlanta, located at 3475 Lenox Rd NE, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30326. Location of Vacancy: Atlanta Area
EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ().
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.
Position Summary: Director of Operations for the Professional, and Online MBA Programs is a senior member of the administrative staff and is responsible for the oversight of all operational activities surrounding the Terry College's Professional and Online MBA programs, leads in the strategy development and execution of student programming, curriculum updates, and program policy changes. This position is a critical component to the success of the Terry College Executive, Professional, and Online MBA Programs. This position oversees day-to-day operations for the OMBA and PMBA programs while coordinating with the EMBA program and involves daily interaction with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and outside vendors.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Excellent planning and organizational skills Excellent interpersonal, communications and customer relationship skills Complex problem-solving abilities Advanced computer skills; proficient in MS Office products UGA Competencies: Acts with Integrity Communicates Effectively Learns and Shares Makes Sound Decisions Serves Others Champions innovations Supervises others Physical Demands: Working in a normal office environment.
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: Program Delivery: Oversight of all day-to-day planning and execution of program operations. Oversight of all class logistics and scheduling. Oversight of onboarding of faculty, including faculty orientation, materials sourcing and purchasing, module prep, etc. Oversight for Operations subprogram (department budget, including decisioning and oversight for planning, budgeting, forecasting, tracking of actuals, and implementing efficiencies and cost-savings within our program standards and student/faculty experience goals. Determine and implement co-curricular and experiential learning opportunities for students. Lead local, domestic, and international residency planning and execution, including sourcing proposals from vendors, planning the itinerary and budget, coordinating with the OGE, communicating with students, organizing information sessions, and ensuring all paperwork and payments are processed in a timely manner. Lead student council and student board meetings. Lead subgroup forums for students around job trends, workplace issues, etc. Support strategic work for the program and on Terry aligned initiatives as the needs of the program, industry standards, and student expectations evolve. Lead program focus on connecting with our alumni. Work with Terry Development and Alumni Relations on current student and alumni engagement. Responsible for the student and faculty hubs which host to all student-related materials, emails, schedules, and directory. Support Academic Affairs Coordinator as backup for academic affairs, e.g., academic advising, registration, financial aid processing assistance, residency paperwork, immunization documentation, hardship withdrawals, etc. Develop, implement, and maintain an enhanced operational strategy that ensures scalability across the various and expanding program models, new delivery formats, and ongoing content initiatives. Collaborate with faculty and program leadership to design and enhance the MBA curriculum. Identify and implement opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement. Support delivery of all programs and courses in the Required and Elective Curriculum portfolios. Lead OMBA and PMBA class forums to address program concerns, support student's needs, etc. Monitor current trends, interests, and skill gaps for graduate students to effectively guide development of student experience. Monitor OMBA and PMBA students' academic progress to identify student success or deficiencies to aid in student retention efforts. Serve as an advisor to the Program Director in the areas of student services, academic advising, programming, and curriculum updates. Support the Director of the Executive, Professional, and Online Programs with program assessment, accreditation materials, and audits. Manage professional staff, 1 Associate Director, and indirect supervision of other staff. Percentage of time: 50
Duties/Responsibilities: Program Evolution: Research, benchmark, and recommend co-curricular education offered to students in the program including comparative and competitive analysis across other schools and programs. Assess need for program policy changes and amendments and lead implementation of changes and initiatives. Build and maintain relationships with students for the duration of the programs and beyond, to foster loyalty and create engaged alumni. Percentage of time: 25
Duties/Responsibilities: Student Coaching: Counsel, coach and advise students and teams, e.g., situational coaching, individual and team coaching, mentoring, conflict resolution and interpersonal skills. Determine the role of team coaching, appropriate assessments and workshops in this process and identify coaches and other resources to fulfill this requirement. Counsel current students on degree requirements, program policies, and process related to program completion. Percentage of time: 20
Duties/Responsibilities: Other miscellaneous duties as needed: Other duties as assigned by the Director of the Executive, Professional, and Online MBA Programs. Serve as additional/back-up support for E/P/OMBA events, EMBA class weekends, etc. Percentage of time: 5
Contact Details: For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name: Susan Brown
Recruitment Contact Email: