Coordinator - Auxiliaries
Job ID: 291454
Location: GHC - Cartersville Instr. Site
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Georgia Highlands College is a multi-campus, state college member of the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, it now serves more than 6,000 students in Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama across its five locations in Rome, Cartersville, Marietta, and Dallas. GHC currently offers over 30 areas of study with associate degree and bachelor's degree options both in the classroom and online.
We are a growing and progressive institution with opportunities for great employees to grow in a fast-paced and challenging work environment that encourages employee wellness and overall success. Our combined efforts at GHC have led to numerous awards, honors, and countless stories of success for students and employees. This includes our most recent honor of being recognized as one of the semifinalists for the 2023 and 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.
Job Summary
The Auxiliary Site Coordinator will manage the daily operations of auxiliary units primarily on the Cartersville/Floyd campus sites, including a self-serve retail location, micro-markets, cafe operations, printing services, and data card office functions. The role combines retail management with business operations, ensuring that all auxiliary functions align with Georgia Highlands mission, vision, and values while enhancing student success and school pride. This role will also provide support as needed to other campus locations in an effort to serve all members of the GHC community.
This is an on-site position.
Responsibilities
• Is responsible to understand, support, and carry out the college's mission, vision, and values and comply with mandates and regulations of government and accrediting bodies
• Manages all operations of the College's self-operated and contracted units including inventory management, merchandising, purchasing, marketing, and customer service
• Oversees budget, sales tracking, and financial reporting to ensure profitability and sustainability
• Supervises and trains student workers and part-time staff providing student employment opportunities aligned with the College's mission
• Assists with the management of facility rental event scheduling, payment, setup, and closeout
• Acts as a secondary contact for commercial vendors wishing to sell, distribute, or promote products or services on campus and in conjunction with the student engagement department
• Assists with the creation of business plans and develop new initiatives for Auxiliary Services in alignment with institutional goals and per USG requirements.
• Assist with planning, monitoring, and managing financial operations of auxiliary units to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, accrediting bodies, and college policies
• Submits requisitions for expenditures, allocates resources following budget approval, and facilitates departmental recharge activity for business units
• Updates and maintains Auxiliary Services & Business Office webpages, promotional materials, and communications
• Serves as a liaison within the College with students, employees, external agencies, contractors, and vendors to provide information and support
• Serves as a back-up for Business Office operations during high-volume periods
• Performs other duties, as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Required Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, Marketing, Finance, or related field, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum two (2) to three (3) years of experience in retail, auxiliary services, business operations, or vendor contract administration
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated'
Preferred Experience:
Experience in higher education or auxiliary services
Familiarity with POS systems, inventory software, e-commerce platforms, and financial systems
Proven success in developing business plans and growing retail/auxiliary revenue streams.
Proposed Salary
This is a Non-Exempt position
This is a Full time, Fully Benefitted position
The annual Salary: $52,118.00
Required Documents to Attach
Cover Letter
Resume
Unofficial Transcripts (if hired, official transcripts may be needed)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures'
• Knowledge of college and university system policies and procedures'
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects, vendors, and priorities while maintaining a student-centered focus
• Ability to make timely decisions'
• Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority'
• Skill to make timely decisions'
• Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs'
• Skill in decision making and problem solving'
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public'
• Skill in oral and written communication
Apply Before Date
Applications are accepted until the position is filled.
Applications will be reviewed as received
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources by email at mailto: jobs@highlands.edu?subject=Job%20Opening%20Questions
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email mailto:support@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Highlands College, as determined by Georgia Highlands College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Highlands College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Other Information
This is a Position of Trust
Driving for the college is required
Candidate will be handling a budget and confidential Information
The Director of Student Financial Services assigns work in terms of general instruction. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the results.'
This position manages and coordinates the cafe, bookstore, micro market, coffee shop, and other auxiliary services ensuring efficient operations and strong student engagement across the Cartersville and Marietta campuses.
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