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Office of HUMAN RESOURCES 495 N. Indian Creek Dr.  Clarkston, GA 30021  404/297-9522 Ext. 1190  FAX# 404/298-3601 POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT POSITION: JOB DEVELOPER (FULL-TIME) PRIMARY LOCATION: Newton and Morgan Counties DESCRIPTION: Responsible for developing, locating, and securing job openings for individuals in Newton and Morgan counties participating in the Georgia Piedmont Advantage for Adult Education, an accelerated learning program. Participants in this program are co-enrolled in the college, working towards the GED and an academic credential at the same time. Specifically, the incumbent will engage with employers in the target counties to develop internship and employment opportunities for youth ages 16-24 that successfully complete the program. The successfully candidate will be responsible for ensuring that students make a smooth and successful transition from college to work. ESSENTIAL JOB 1. Initiates and maintains ongoing personal contacts with a variety of business and RESPONSIBILITIES: industry representatives to promote program for participant placement; 2. Makes cold calls to potential employers; explains the benefits and employment support services provided by the program to employers, including addressing employer’s special needs; 3. Researches Internet, newspapers, agencies, and other resources for job leads; 4. Locates jobs for participants who have successfully completed program; 5. Collects data from employers related to job orders including job requirements and skills; matches job skills with applicant qualifications; refers qualified applicants to employers; 6. Conducts necessary follow-up when applicants are placed in positions 7. Keeps updated information regarding job fairs and Internet resources; 8. Participates in outreach and recruitment activities by coordinating and attend job fairs; 9. Work closely with Career Counselor to ensure that student’s performance and employer’s requirements are aligned thus leading to job success; 10. Assists participants in assessing their job skills for positions; 11. Gathers accurate and complete information in order to effectively provide service to students; 12. Assists, as needed, with job counseling with students to identify their abilities, needs, interests, and values in related to job and career opportunities. Critiques job search contacts, resume and work search plan to identify and resolve possible barriers to employment; 13. Effectively communicates employer needs to students; 14. Participates as requested in college sponsored events; 15. Assists in the orientation process for new students; 16. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university *and* two (2) years of experience in employment counseling.

All applicants must complete an online application, upload resume, unofficial transcripts, and cover letter. Official Transcripts are required within 60 days of employment. PREFERRED Knowledge of and experience working with at-risk youth and young adults in a career QUALIFICATIONS: advisement/counselor capacity.

NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL BE SCREENED AT THE PREFERRED LEVEL. APPLICANTS MUST MEET BOTH THE MINIMUM AND THE PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. SALARY/BENEFITS: The salary range is $35,000 to $40,000 and is determined by education, experience and other qualifications. This is a full-time position with paid state holidays, accrued annual and sick leave and the State of Georgia Health and Flexible Benefits Program. TO APPLY: Click on the following link: https://www.easyhrweb.com/JC_GPTC/Job %20Listings/JobListings.aspx

As set forth in its student catalog, Georgia Piedmont Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring manager for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will receive an email notification.

The following individuals have been designated to coordinate the college’s implementation of nondiscrimination policies:

* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Compliance Officer * Title IX Coordinator Lolita Morrison, Director, Human Resources Debra Gordon, Associate Vice President, Academic Affairs 495 North Indian Creek Drive (Rm .A - 157A) 495 North Indian Creek Drive Clarkston, GA 30021 Clarkston, GA 30021 404-297-9522, Ext. 1210 404-297-9522, Ext. 1176

* ADA/504 Coordinator * Special Populations/Equity Coordinator Lisa Peters, Director, Special Services Roz Bogle 495 North Indian Creek Drive 495 North Indian Creek Drive Clarkston, GA 30021 Clarkston, GA 30021 (404) 297-9522, Ext. 1154 (404) 297-9522, Ext. 1280.