Manager of Immersive Programs

Robinson College of Business

RCB Career Management Services

Georgia State University’s J. Mack Robinson College of Business (RCB) is one of the largest business schools in the country with an enrollment of approximately 8,000 students. Our undergraduate and part-time MBA programs for working professionals are ranked among the best by U.S. News & World Report, and our Executive MBA is ranked among the world’s best by CEO Magazine. Georgia State University is in the heart of Atlanta and has strong ties with Atlanta’s business leaders, many of whom are alumni of Robinson College.

These are exciting times at The J. Mack Robinson College of Business at Georgia State University. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

RCB Career Management Services is seeking a high-quality (1) Manager of Immersive Programs to assume a variety of project management duties, under the direction of the Associate Director, Immersive Programs, to engage internal and external stakeholders to support our growing portfolio of strategic partnerships, immersive programs, innovative scholarships, and talent recruitment activities across the Robinson College of Business and Georgia State University

WHAT MAKES RCB Career Management Services A GREAT PLACE?

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate will work closely with members of the Strategic Partnership team including, but not limited to our Associate Director of Operations, and Business Manager, and is responsible for supervising student staff. With the continuing evolution and growth of the college, this position is essential to help support the continuation of that growth. This position is also critical to managing Robinson’s key internal and external relationships. In addition, as part of the continuing evolution and growth of the college, this role aligns with Accelerate 2025, the Colleges strategic plan which calls for the development of additional external partnerships.

The Manager of Immersive Programs is an integral team member within the Career Advancement unit. This staff member, under the direction of the Associate Director, will focus on key activities including, but not limited to:

• Immersive Program Project Management
• Student Recruitment, Application, and Selection Process for Immersive Programs and Scholarships
• Event Planning, Budget Tracking, and Data Management
• Marketing and Communication
• Alumni, Student, and Volunteer Staff Management

Preferred Candidate Duties and responsibilities:

• Excellent project management skills and ability to manage time and multiple deadlines effectively.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills, proactive problem-solving skills with strong decision-making capabilities, and the ability to work proactively and independently are values.
• Excellent organizational, event planning, and execution skills with a focus on detail to ensure quality.
• A high degree of professionalism, integrity, accountability, and initiative.
• Possesses a strategic mindset related to the achievement of goals, able to effectively communicate vision and translate ideas into operational goals.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced, process-driven environments while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and accuracy with lean staff support.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills to communicate effectively with all stakeholders including communication drafting, review, and proofreading.
• A team-oriented person who is highly collaborative, supportive, and relationship-focused.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time-sensitive problems in a constructive, positive manner.
• High personal standards of customer service, professionalism, and maturity are required.

Benefits:

The University System of Georgia (USG) provides comprehensive benefits to Georgia State employees. USG offers healthcare, dental, vision, and other benefits, as well as retirement plan options. https://hr.gsu.edu/service-centers/benefits/

Key Benefits:

• USG Retirement Options:
  • Optional Retirement Plan
    ORP is a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan. Employees contribute 6% and USG contributes 9.24% to the plan. Employees are immediately vested.
  • Teacher Retirement System
    TRS is a Defined Benefit Plan, a traditional public pension plan. Employees contribute 6% and USG contributes 19.81% to the plan. Your retirement benefit is calculated by factoring in years of service, final salary, and a 2% multiplier. Employees are vested after 10 years.
  • See the retirement comparison chart for more information.

• Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
  • Full-time employees enrolled in a USG degree program may earn their degrees for free. Find the TAP details here.

Disclaimer : This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee’s direct supervisor.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• The successful Manager will be enthusiastic, outgoing, organized, attentive to details, able to work under pressure to meet deadlines, able to work cross-functionally within the university, and committed to advancing the mission of the university.
• To excel in this role, you must be organized and detail-oriented, proficient with managing data, possess polished verbal and written communication skills, and be comfortable multi-tasking and able to work cross-functionally within diverse teams.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is a must.
• Preferred candidates are expected to hold a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field and two years of supervisory/managerial experience; a bachelor’s degree and four years of related experience; or a combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience in event planning and/or operations in an office setting that is detailed oriented, heavily written communication, education, or a related field.
• Computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Adobe and Salesforce are preferred; Prior experience in writing, journalism, and/or event planning is a plus.

College/Business Unit : Robinson College of Business

Department : Career Advancement Center

Location : Atlanta Campus

Shift : 8:30am - 5:00pm

Salary : $63,000 - $68,000

Pay Grade : 17

FLSA Status : Exempt

Job Type : Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting : 03/24/23, 1:22:37 PM

Closing Date: 04/09/23, 10:59:00 PM

Special Instructions :

To be fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume
• Cover Letter

Please note, Georgia State University’s career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.