Jobs for Dawgs
10.29.18| UGA Alumni Career Services
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Featured Webinar: Why Personality Type Matters at Work
In this upbeat webinar, you will learn about your personality type and how yours affects your work style, preferences, and group communication. Before viewing this webinar recording, you should first complete a free online personality assessment.
Click here to begin: www.typefocus.com (access code is uga4400). Please screenshot your results and have them ready for the webinar.
In this workshop you will:
- Learn the importance of self‐assessment and self‐knowledge
- Review the results of your personality assessment in greater depth
- Uncover strengths and potential blind spots at work based on personality preferences
NEWSLETTER AT A GLANCE:
Career Fairs
- Gwinnett Police Hiring Event, Dec. 1-2 8:00am-5:00pm EST at Gwinnett County Police Training Center
- PBEO Job Fair, Dec. 9th-12th at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, NV
Career Counseling & Upcoming Webinars
- Build Your Brand: Getting Noticed on LinkedIn, Wednesday, Nov. 28th 1:30-2:30pm EST
- Register with Handshake!
- Over 4,600 full- and part-time positions now open for Alumni! Take some time to check out Handshake postings this week!
- Check out opportunities with Volunteers of America Southeast and SG Contracting, Inc.!
- Government and Non-Profit Positions - Check out open positions within Dekalb County Government, Hall County Board of Commissioners, FBI Atlanta Division, and more!
Continuing Education and Graduate Studies
- UGA Center for Continuing Education
- Social Media Marketing Bootcamp, Nov. 8th 9:00am-4:00pm EST at the Atlanta Alumni Center
- Learn new skills from online courses at Udemy, Coursera, or Lynda.com!
Networking Events
Career Resources
Launch your baseball career at the 25th PBEO Job Fair!
The PBEO Job Fair will be held at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, from Dec. 9–12, 2018.
Don’t miss this opportunity to apply for a variety of positions, meet with representatives from professional teams and interview on-site. Take advantage of this opportunity to begin or further your career by attending baseball's most popular meeting and Job Fair to find YOUR job in professional baseball. On average, 400–500 internships and entry-level jobs are posted annually at the Job Fair.
Most Minor League Baseball and Major League Baseball teams will be hiring for positions beginning in January 2019.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE INCLUDE:
Administrative Assistant; Advertising/Sponsorship; Assistant GM; Baseball Operations/Scouting; Business/Accounting/Finance; Clubhouse/Equipment Manager; Community Relations; Concessions/Catering; Creative Services; Event Management; Group Sales; IT/Computer Network Systems; Marketing & Promotions; Mascot; Media/Public Relations; Merchandise/Retail Services; Play-by-Play; Senior Management; Social Media; Stadium Operations; Ticket Sales; Turf/Grounds Management; and others.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES ON HANDSHAKE
The following jobs expire on or before November 11th:
Entry-Level Positions (0-5 Years of Experience):
Bureau van Djik, A Moody's Analytics Company, Client Success Manager, New York, NY
APCO Worldwide, Project Assistant, Communications, New York, NY
Patientco, Staff Accountant, Atlanta, GA
University of Chicago, Assistant Director, Employer Relations & Development, Chicago, IL
Student PIRGs, Environment Campus Organizer, Various Locations
American Rivers, Online Communications Manager, Washington, DC
Capstone Consultants, Brand Manager - Sales and Marketing, Charlotte, NC
Crown Castle, Project Coordinator, Alpharetta, GA
SunTrust Bank, Investment Services Associate, Nashville, TN
Grace Harbour, Inc., Bilingual Multisystemic Therapist, Gainesville, GA
Hancock Capital Management, Consolidations Coordinator, Atlanta, GA
Tyler Technologies, Implementation Consultant, Utility Billing, Duluth, GA
Health Care Program Advisors, Analytics Consultant, Marietta, GA
Aventis Systems, Account Growth Manager, Atlanta, GA
Yardi Systems, Associate Technical Account Manager, Roswell, GA
SecurityScorecard, Marketing Operations Manager, New York, NY
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP, Internet Analyst, Atlanta, GA
Mid-Career Level Positions (5-12 Years of Experience):
Twitter, Software Engineer - Abuse Engineering (Full-Stack & Systems), San Francisco, CA
Sail Golden Gate Consulting, Senior Consultant, San Francisco, CA
SunTrust Bank, Multifamily Senior Underwriter Associate, Various Locations
Benchmark International, Transaction Director, Austin, TX
Sumitomo SHI Demag, Modifications Supervisor, Norcross, GA
Old Fourth Ward Business Association, Executive Director, Atlanta, GA
.....and more. Check out Handshake for more openings.
HOW TO USE HANDSHAKE
Click here to request an alumni Handshake account!
For employers who want to post a position, go to www.hireUGA.com.
**Handshake Job Board Tip: Use the left navigation bar to refine your search by location, job type, job function area, and even by # of applicants. There are currently 4000+ FULL TIME positions posted in Handshake!
HOW DO I FIND JOBS FOR ALUMNI ON HANDSHAKE?
- Click on the "Jobs" tab
- Underneath the search bars, click on "Filters." A menu will appear directly beneath.
- For Job Type, select "Job" and "Full-Time"
- Select the checkbox next to "Paid roles only"
- Click the little blue down arrow next to "All employer preferences match" (NOT the checkbox)
- Select the checkbox next to "School Year: Alumni"
- Feel free to add other filters that match with your specific job-search, such as Industry or Job Function. Please note that sometimes choosing too many filters will fail to pull results. If this happens, simply go back to your filters and select one to remove.
- You can save these filter settings by clicking the blue "Create Search Alert" button to the right of the job postings.
HIGHLIGHTED OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteers of America Southeast are hiring a Program Manager!
The Program Manager (Substance Abuse) is responsible for the day-to-day overall operation and management of the program. The Program Manager will ensure quality services for program participants. Responsibilities include recruitment, hiring, supervision and evaluation of staff, operating within budget and maintaining compliance with licensing standards and other regulating authority and funding standards.
The minimum requirements are a Bachelors Degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution, a CAC Level II, one (1) year supervisory experience and five (5) years experience working with chemically dependent individuals. A Masters Degree in a relevant field and a CAC Level I may be considered if the candidate does not meet the experience requirements. The position requires a proven ability in both oral and written communication. Proficiency with common software and on-line applications is also required. Must possess a valid GA driver’s license and continually meet the requirements for VOASE’s vehicle insurance company.
SG Contracting, Inc is seeking a Project Accountant!
The primary responsibility of the Project Accountant is providing accounting functions and project administration for assigned projects. Specific project accountant responsibilities include project set up, project billing, client relations, insurance and change order verification, etc. This position works closely with Project Managers and executive staff.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or related field
- Strong research and problem solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications, especially Excel
- Attention to detail and accuracy of work performed
- Highly organized, trustworthy, and self‐directed
- Responds in a timely manner to vendors, consultants and staff
- Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines
- 1‐3 years of accounting experience
Read more about job responsibilities and apply on Handshake by Nov. 16th
GOVERNMENT & NONPROFIT
Check out Go Government for information about federal jobs, internships, and government resources. For Non-Profit news and opportunities, visit Opportunity Knocks and Idealist!
CALL TO SERVE CAREER GUIDES
Are you interested in pursuing a career with the federal government? Need information and resources to provide the best advice and strategies for success for your particular areas of interest? The Partnership for Public Service’s Go Government career guides are now online and a great resource for students to see how their major could translate into a job in the federal government.
STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Dekalb County Government
- Construction and Operations Manager - apply by Nov. 21st
- GIS Analyst - apply by Nov. 23rd
- Planner Senior - apply by Nov. 23rd
- Procurement Agent Senior - apply by Nov. 23rd
- Human Resources Generalist Senior - apply by Nov. 30th
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
- Georgia State Parks Seasonal Fire and Resource Management Crew - apply by Sept. 23rd
Hall County Board of Commissioners
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
FBI Atlanta Division
- Forensic Accountant, Atlanta, GA - apply by Dec. 31st
U.S. Census Bureau
- 2020 Recruiting Assistant, Various locations - apply by Nov. 22nd
- Supervisory Survey Statistician (RSM), Atlanta, GA - apply by Feb. 1st
- Supervisory Survey Specialist, Atlanta, GA - apply by Feb. 1st
United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
- Network Engineer, Atlanta, GA - apply by Nov. 9th
SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING BOOTCAMP
Social Media Marketing Bootcamp is a full-day seminar that teaches how social media marketing can be used for businesses and career advancement. Gain a competitive advantage, by mastering the art of social media marketing. This hands-on seminar provides real-world examples for class participants to gain a well-rounded understanding of how social media marketing can be used for businesses, for your job, and even for career advancement! To learn more and buy your ticket ($199), please visit: www.ugasocialmedia.com.
Thursday, Nov 8, 2018, 09:00 AM
UGA Terry College Of Business, Lenox Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA, USA
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MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
DID YOU KNOW ALUMNI HAVE ACCESS TO FREE CAREER COACHING?
In-person appointments are back! Alumni have access to FREE career counseling, and appointments are available Monday-Friday between 8am-4pm, by phone, skype, or in-person in Athens. In-person appointments in Atlanta are also available on Thursday mornings. Schedule your next appointment now on Handshake!
Topics can include: Resume/Cover Letter Critique, Mock Interview, Career Exploration, Job Search Strategies, Interest/Personality Assessments, Networking, LinkedIn and Social Media Engagement, and additional career-related topics.
HOW DO I MAKE AN APPOINTMENT?
Alumni can book appointments online with Kali DeWald or Laura Sims through Handshake. If you have not yet registered with Handshake, please click here.
For step-by-step directions on how to make the appointment through Handshake, click here.
Director of Alumni Career Services
Kali DeWald has 8 years of career coaching experience. Her specializations include career transitions, networking, and job search strategies and she enjoys helping UGA alumni find meaningful work. Kali is able to assist individuals with a wide range of needs, including career exploration, resume and cover letters, job search strategies, graduate school considerations, career management, LinkedIn, personal statements, and more. She holds a Master of Science in Career Counseling and a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from San Francisco State University. Kali is also a certified practitioner in the Strong Interest Inventory and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), and currently serves as President of the Georgia Career Development Association and is a Board Certified Coach.
Email: kdewald@uga.edu
Website: career.uga.edu
Location: UGA Career Center, South Lumpkin Street, Athens, GA, USA
Phone: (706) 542-3375
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UGACareerCenter
Twitter: @ugacareercenter
Graduate Assistant at Alumni Career Services
Recent graduates and young professionals who have graduated within the last five years can now schedule phone or in person appointments with Laura Sims. To make an appointment, follow the instructions on the Alumni Resources page on the UGA Career Center website. If you have any issues, please contact the Career Center reception desk at (706)542-3375.
Email: lsims1@uga.edu
Website: career.uga.edu
Location: UGA Career Center, South Lumpkin Street, Athens, GA, USA
Phone: (706) 542-3375
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UGACareerCenter
Twitter: @ugacareercenter
UGA Alumni Career Services
- Join the UGA Alumni Association Group on LinkedIn
- Download our free Digital Career Guide for iPad
- Get our free iPhone App and iPad App
- Update your information & search the Alumni Directory
Email: kdewald@uga.edu
Website: http://career.uga.edu/alumni/alumni
Location: UGA Career Center, South Lumpkin Street, Athens, GA, USA
Phone: 706-542-3375
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UGACareerCenter
Twitter: @ugacareercenter
DISCLAIMERS
* All UGA Career Center sponsored events are for UGA students and alumni only.
* The Career Center is committed to providing access for all people with disabilities and will provide accommodations if notified in advance. To request accommodations please contact us at 706-542-3375.
* To help ensure a pleasant & productive environment for all participants, please follow these guidelines:
1. Respect all participants (employers, job seekers, & staff).
2. Appropriate attire is required and is determined by event. Some events require Professional or Business Attire.
3. For safety reasons, the doorways to the event (inside & out) & the surrounding areas must be kept clear at all times.
4. Participants are expected to cooperate with all reasonable requests made by members of the staff & all reasonable requests of any person acting in an official capacity as a representative of the participating institutions.
5. If questions or concerns arise during the event, please contact a member of the Career Center staff for assistance.
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