Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Anticipated Start Date 07/01/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 01/13/2026 Job Closing Date 03/01/2026 Open until filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
Compensation will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. This is an administrative, untenured public service faculty appointment. Candidates will be considered for the position until March 1, 2026.Application materials should include a cover letter, curriculum vita, and list of four references with contact information.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO 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@uga.edu).
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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Director, Division / Department AD FLSA Faculty Rank Senior Public Service Associate Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
A terminal degree in education, business, hospitality management, or other relevant fields is required.
Position Summary
The Vice President for Public Service and Outreach of the University of Georgia (UGA) invites applications for the position of director of the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel (Georgia Center).

The director of the Georgia Center provides overall leadership and management of the unit, including responsibility for the administrative, budgetary, and programmatic operations of the Georgia Center and supervising Georgia Center faculty and staff located in Athens. The position reports directly to the Vice President for Public Service and Outreach and is a member of PSO's senior leadership team. This is high-profile role, as the director represents the Georgia Center both within the university community and to external stakeholders with varying interests and backgrounds. The director is based in Athens.

In addition to overseeing the overall management of the Georgia Center, the director serves as Georgia Center's representative within the university community and to a broad range of external clients and stakeholders.
Additional Requirements Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• A track record of executive level leadership managing a large staff and fiscal portfolio is required.
• Evidence of using data to monitor and evaluate program effectiveness is required.
• A track record of successful fundraising is required.
• A deep understanding of the state of Georgia, its governmental structures, workforce, and communities.
• A demonstrated understanding of the land and sea-grant mission and the University's role in public service and outreach to the state of Georgia.
• A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of excellence and integrity in delivering continuing education and hospitality services.
• Extensive background in leading and managing the hospitality and operations of a conference center, hotel, and amenities.
• Prior role within a higher education setting is preferred.
• The successful candidate will have effective communication and interpersonal skills as well as an appreciation for the complexities involved in working on varied issues in a public setting.

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility 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

• Lead the administrative, budgetary, and overall operational responsibilities of the Georgia Center.
• Manage the operations of a 300,000 sq. ft. conference center with a hotel and two restaurants situated on the campus of the University of Georgia that serves as a gateway for guests to the university.
• Lead a workforce to execute outstanding client work with high levels of customer service, engagement, and excellence across all elements of the center.
• Drive business strategies that show a return on investment and increase space utilization across the Georgia Center's physical assets. Effectively control costs and generate revenues to exceed budgeted bottom line expectations.
• Direct evaluation of services to guide business planning.
• Develop teams to promote success of the entire Georgia Center property. Develop and mentor effective team members to achieve both professional and personal growth.
• Engage with UGA's public service mission and desire to serve the state of Georgia through the experiences created in the conference center. Ensure that team members also model this commitment to public service.
• Work to maintain and enhance Georgia Center's reputation as one of Georgia's top providers of continuing education services, facilities, and opportunities to learners of all ages and backgrounds.
• Create and direct engagement with internships and student experiences to connect Georgia Center operations to UGA student learning and work experiences. Hospitality and Food Industry Management interns serve in hotel, F&B, and event management.
• Build collaborative relationships with internal UGA stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, and administrators. Partner with other organizations within the University to further UGA's outreach mission in Georgia, including the seven other PSO units, Cooperative Extension, and all colleges and schools.
• Develop applied research and scholarship in collaboration with other faculty from campus.
• Demonstrate a commitment to development for private support to advance the mission of the Georgia Center.
• Demonstrate a commitment to service in higher education administration through active campus partnerships, engagement, and effective communication.
• Uphold a commitment to hospitality by providing exceptional service to guests visiting the University of Georgia and participating in campus activities.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

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