Career Coach Manager

Career Coach Manager

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Posting Number S15490P

Working Title Career Coach Manager

Department Terry-Ugrad Stdnt Srvcs & Corp

About the University of Georgia 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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). 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.

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 Typically, Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Advertised Salary $55,000 + commensurate with experience

Posting Date 07/22/2026

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 09/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement 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).

USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom .

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

The Career Coach Manager reports to and works under the strategic direction of the Associate Director of Corporate Engagement, serving as a high-level personnel supervisor and operational strategist within the USS team. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, this role serves as the primary strategic liaison between USS and assigned academic departments, driving comprehensive relationship management with corporate employers, students, and alumni.

Crucially, this position carries direct supervisory authority over full-time personnel and is charged with workforce planning, scaling operational processes, and architecting the onboarding, training, and performance evaluation frameworks for expanding career coaching verticals as college and departmental needs grow.

• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external constituents.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and customer relationship skills.
• Ability to influence others, strong business acumen and organizational skills.

Lift and/or move up to 30 pounds of boxes, materials and/or equipment, as needed.

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