The University of Georgia · 8 hours ago
DIRECTOR ADMINISTRATIVE
Athens, GA
Internship
Onsite
Intern, Director/ExecutiveThe University of Georgia is a leading institution in higher education, and they are seeking a Director for the Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel. This role involves overall leadership and management of the center, including administrative, budgetary, and programmatic operations, while also representing the center to various stakeholders.
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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
Qualification
Required
A terminal degree in education, business, hospitality management, or other relevant fields is required
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
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
Preferred
Prior role within a higher education setting is preferred
Company
The University of Georgia
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with state-wide commitments and responsibilities, is the state's flagship institution of higher education.
Founded in 1785
10001+ employees
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