Foundation Fellows Office Graduate Assistant
Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number G/R32358P Working Title Foundation Fellows Office Graduate Assistant Department Honors-Morehead Honors College About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/) . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About The College/Unit/Department
Home – UGA Morehead Honors College
College/Unit/Department website https://honors.uga.edu/ Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information
Monday – Friday from 8am-5pm
Advertised Salary Full-time salary- M $60,370 & D $65,665 Anticipated Start Date 04/01/2026 Posting Date 03/04/2026 Closing Date 03/27/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is for 4/1/26 – 6/30/26 and returning 7/1/26 – 6/30/27
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EOO Statement
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Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Academic Enrichment & Professional Development Programming : Support arrangements for the majority of program events. Coordinate catering, transportation, invitations, contracting, and photography for a wide range of cultural, social, and professional development program events such as receptions, dinner seminars, meetings, and banquets. Assist with the management of office communications. Perform additional clerical duties including responding to emails and phone calls.
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Office Organization : Facilitate mailings and purchases. High level of autonomy is needed with management of office tasks and event planning. Office tasks involve superior time management and attention to detail in organizing and maintaining program calendars, websites, meetings, and the Foundation Fellows Office Space and Library.
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Database, Publications, and Social Media Platform Maintenance : Assist with the management of database content of 900+ alumni & current students on Foundation Fellows online community platform. Manage content for Foundation Fellowship Social Media Platforms, such as Instagram and LinkedIn. Assist with the compilation and meticulous editing of numerous publications.
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Student Recruitment : Assist with coordinating activities for invited prospective students and their families and visiting alumni, arranging with faculty for prospective students to visit their classes, and managing banquets and meetings over the Foundation Fellowship Interview Weekend. Tasks may include creating nametags, creating conference materials, setting up banquet rooms, and managing digital presentations.
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Global Engagement and Group Travel : Assist with the management of the processes, development, and staff for multiple global engagement/group travel opportunities. Serve as the graduate assistant for a portion of the Foundation Fellows Oxford Maymester, working in Oxford, England. Duties may also include travel to statewide, national, and other overseas sites.
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Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Graduate Assistant FLSA Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 0.50 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary
Responsible for support of daily operations related to the Foundation Fellowship program, the University of Georgia’s premier academic scholarship, housed in the Jere W. Morehead Honors College. This employee reports to the Director of the Foundation Fellowship. Duties include recruiting and student support, travel-study coordination, event programming & coordination, faculty and alumni engagement activities, and Office and Fellows Library organization. Travel may include statewide, national, and overseas sites.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position
The position is contingent on the Graduate Assistant returning for the 2026–2027 academic year
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Knowledge of university’s policies and procedures is preferred. Ability to communicate expertly and work efficiently and effectively with internal and external entities. Working at a desk for long periods of time. Setting up supplies for events, filing, and travel abroad.
Physical Demands
Stand for periods of time and lifting items as needed
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 Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes 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 .
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 Amanda L Pruitt Recruitment Contact Email apruitt@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone 706-542-0532
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Applicant Documents
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