Reporting to the Executive Director of the Career Center, the Director position holds the major responsibility of leading the UGA Mentor Program, which connects students to UGA alumni and friends/affiliates of the university. The Director supervises a team of coordinators, with additional program support provided by graduate assistants, undergraduate student assistants, and student ambassadors. The position develops an annual strategic plan that includes orientations, marketing and communication, outreach, education, and program assessment. As a mentoring advocate, this individual is familiar with all campus mentorship programs and facilitates meetings for and shares resources with UGA campus partners. The Director plays a leading role at the institutional level to build community among mentoring scholars and practitioners with the mission to foster a culture of mentoring across the University. The Director also serves as a vital leadership team member on the Career Center team, innovating and designing initiatives to better support the career development of students and contributing in significant ways on Career Center committees. The position advances the mission of the Division by developing partnerships to increase alumni engagement and philanthropy goals. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Possess excellent technical skills, be adept at engaging others through collaboration, and have the ability to take initiative to grow the program Strong communication skills and ability to develop and cultivate relationships Strong project management skills Strong program management skills Ability to innovate, incubate, and launch mentoring and career development initiatives Additional Division Expectations: Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment. Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting are expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation. Physical Demands Work in a standard office environment Travel in and out of state if necessary Work nights and weekends as necessary Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondence, and social media Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listening Organize and establish priorities; Remember detail; multi-task Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds Walk, stand, stoop, lift, kneel, climb 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 Duties/ Responsibilities Provide Enterprise-Level Strategic Leadership for University-Wide Mentoring Set and lead a long-term, multi-year strategic vision for mentoring as a core component of the university’s career development, alumni engagement, and advancement strategy. Lead university-wide initiatives to expand mentoring access, with a strong focus on increasing the number of students participating in the program. Serve as the institution’s senior authority on mentoring, establishing university-wide standards, policies, and scalable frameworks adopted across all schools, colleges, and campuses. Advise senior university leadership (e.g., President’s Office, Vice Presidents, Deans) on mentoring strategy, engagement models, and alignment with institutional priorities. Develop and manage high-level partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including Development & Alumni Relations, academic leadership, employer partners, and governing and volunteer boards. Percentage of time 30 Duties/ Responsibilities Oversee Program Expansion and Effectiveness Establish a long-term, data-driven strategy to: Significantly increase the number of students participating in the Mentor Program. Expand the career development component within the program. Ensure effectiveness in program delivery, including virtual engagement, cohort-based mentoring, and integration with career development initiatives across campus. Ensure operational alignment across decentralized units, reducing duplication and increasing efficiency across mentoring-related efforts on campus. Design and execute mentor stewardship strategies and a stewardship matrix to steward mentors. Represent the university at national and international levels, positioning UGA as a leader in mentoring innovation and student engagement. Represent the UGA Mentor Program/ Career Center on committees across campus. Percentage of time 30 Duties/ Responsibilities Provide Executive Oversight of Data, Assessment, and Technology Strategy Establish a comprehensive data strategy to measure mentoring outcomes, student success indicators, alumni engagement, and return on investment. Oversee development of dashboards, reports, and executive briefings for senior leadership, boards, and external stakeholders. Ensure data integrity, compliance, and alignment with institutional research and advancement systems. Leverage data insights to inform strategic decisions, resource allocation, and continuous program improvement. Evaluate and implement emerging technologies and platforms to enhance program reach, engagement, and user experience. Collaborate with Advancement Services to add interactions, attributes, and relationships in the Giving and Alumni Information Link (GAIL) database to improve our alumni relations and development efforts. Percentage of time 20 Duties/ Responsibilities Lead and Develop High-Performing Teams and Organizational Capacity Provide strategic leadership and oversight for professional staff, including hiring, performance management, and succession planning. Build organizational capacity to support long-term program growth and sustainability. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration within the team and across campus partners. Develop training and professional development frameworks for staff and campus stakeholders engaged in mentoring. Percentage of time 20 Contact Information Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name Development & Alumni Relations’ Office of Talent Management Recruitment Contact Email dartalent@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( - ). - How did you hear about this job opportunity in the Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DAR)? Chronicle of Higher Education DAR Careers Page Handshake Insight Into Academia Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn UGA - Jobs (UGA's job board) Other (Please provide name of source) Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/ CV Cover Letter Optional Documents