Job Details
Job Title: Program Coordinator, Innovation and Entrepreneurial Strategies
Location: USO-TW Building ATL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 302795
About Us
The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 25 higher education institutions as well as the University System Office (USO). Within the USO, our administrative operations are primarily housed in the Trinity Washington Building located in downtown Atlanta. Our Information Technology Services (ITS) division is located in Athens. The University System of Georgia Shared Services Center (SSC) is located in Sandersville. The Georgia Public Library System is located in Atlanta. The Georgia Archives is located in Morrow. The State of Georgia Records Center is located in Austell.
Location
Board of Regents System Office - 270 Washington Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30334
Job Summary
This position provides administrative and programmatic support for the University System of Georgia's Innovation and Entrepreneurial Strategies Department. This position coordinates statewide economic development programs and projects, serves as a liaison with University System institutions and external partners, and assists in implementing initiatives that support business recruitment, workforce development, and economic growth across Georgia.
The position is responsible for coordinating program operations, maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, collecting and analyzing data, preparing reports and communications, and ensuring compliance with applicable program requirements. The incumbent exercises independent judgment in managing assigned projects while working under the general direction of the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurial Strategies.
Responsibilities
Program Coordination
- Coordinates the administration of the Regional Economic Business Assistance (REBA) grant process from project initiation through completion, ensuring compliance with University System of Georgia (USG) and Department of Community Affairs (DCA) requirements and established timelines.
- Supports workforce development initiatives by coordinating activities between the University System, participating institutions, and the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD).
- Serves as the primary point of contact for out-of-state tuition waiver requests submitted by GDEcD and businesses considering relocation or expansion within Georgia.
- Coordinates the annual Economic Development Impact Study, including facilitating publication, procurement, distribution, and stakeholder communications.
- Assists in preparing, drafting, and processing letters of support for economic development projects in collaboration with the Georgia Department of Economic Development.
- Maintains and updates the University System of Georgia Economic Development website to ensure information is accurate and current.
- Coordinates meetings, events, project timelines, and communications related to assigned economic development initiatives.
- Monitors project progress and follow up with internal and external partners to ensure completion of assigned activities.
Program Administration and Stakeholder Relations
- Administers surveys and data collection efforts designed to assess economic development activities and identify opportunities for continuous improvement across University System institutions.
- Collects, analyzes, and prepares district, regional, and statewide economic development data, reports, briefing materials, presentations, and other supporting documentation.
- Tracks and summarizes economic development news, legislative updates, and emerging trends relevant to the University System of Georgia.
- Serves as a liaison between the University System Office and institutional economic development leaders, facilitating communication and collaboration.
- Coordinates economic development activities among University System institutions to promote information sharing and collaboration.
- Collaborates with University System colleagues and statewide economic development organizations to support initiatives that enhance access to the educational, research, and workforce development resources of the University System.
- Develops and maintains productive working relationships with internal departments, government agencies, higher education institutions, community organizations, and business partners.
- Represents the department at meetings, conferences, and stakeholder events as assigned.
Administrative Support
- Administers surveys and data collection efforts, designed to assess economic development activities and identify opportunities for continuous improvement across University System institutions.
- Collects, analyzes, and prepares district, regional, and statewide economic development data, reports, briefing materials, presentations, and other supporting documentation.
- Tracks and summarizes economic development news, legislative updates, and emerging trends relevant to the University System of Georgia.
- Serves as a liaison between the University System Office and institutional economic development leaders, facilitating communication and collaboration.
- Coordinates economic development activities among University System institutions to promote information sharing and collaboration.
- Collaborates with University System colleagues and statewide economic development organizations to support initiatives that enhance access to the educational, research, and workforce development resources of the University System.
- Develops and maintains productive working relationships with internal departments, government agencies, higher education institutions, community organizations, and business partners.
- Represents the department at meetings, conferences, and stakeholder events as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Public Administration, Business Administration, Economic Development, Political Science, Higher Education Administration, Communications, or a related field
- Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in program coordination, project management, economic development, higher education administration, governmental relations, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working within higher education, state government, or economic development organizations.
- Knowledge of Georgia's economic development ecosystem.
- Experience coordinating multi-institutional or statewide initiatives.
- Experience preparing reports, presentations, and executive briefings.
- Experience with grant administration or compliance monitoring.
- Experience working with data collection and survey administration.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Knowledge of Board of Regents policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of project and program coordination principles.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and web content management systems.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment while maintaining confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with internal and external partners.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to analyze data and prepare reports for leadership
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
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.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are subject to federal and state laws, as well as the statutes, rules, and regulations of this organization, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG). These Bylaws and Policies are available for inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University System Office is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University System Office to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the University System Office Human Resources at 404.962.3242. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.
Background Check
Offers of employment are subject to a background investigation, including criminal records history, to determine eligibility for employment. Additionally, credentials and employment history stated in your application materials are also subject to verification.
For certain positions, a satisfactory credit check, MVR, or other relevant investigations may also be conducted. The University System Office holds the sole discretion in assessing eligibility for employment.
Organization
Join the esteemed ranks of the University System of Georgia (USG) faculty and staff, where your expertise and passion contribute to one of the largest and most dynamic higher education systems in the United States. As a member of the USG community, you will be among more than 340,000 students enrolled across 25 public institutions, from comprehensive research universities to access-oriented colleges, nurturing the next generation of thinkers, innovators, and leaders.
Each year, the USG proudly confers more than 70,000 degrees across a multitude of disciplines, reflecting our unwavering commitment to academic diversity and lifelong learning. This monumental accomplishment is achieved through the dedication of our world-class faculty and highly skilled staff, whose collaborative efforts foster an environment of excellence and discovery.
The USG's economic footprint totaled more than $17 billion this past fiscal year. This not only bolsters the state's economy but also positions Georgia as a nexus of culture, research, and innovation. Our faculty and staff are at the forefront of this impact, driving forward initiatives that resonate on both a local and global scale.
Join us at the University System of Georgia, where your expertise will shape the future of education and research. To learn more about the career opportunities at any of our USG institutions, or at the System Office, please click below:
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