Program Coordinator, Office of International Students & Scholars
- Employer
- University of North Carolina, Wilmington
- Location
- North Carolina, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Oct 15, 2021
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Academic Affairs, International Programs, Other Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Minority & Multicultural Affairs, Other Student Affairs, Student Activities & Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Posting Details
Vacancy Number
S01506
Position Title
University Program Associate
Working Title
Program Coordinator, Office of International Students & Scholars
Competency Level
Contributing
Dept/School
International Programs - 33700
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Office of Global Partnerships and International Education is dedicated to developing and increasing the international dimension of the UNCW campus. This is accomplished by fostering programs and services for international students; helping UNCW students to participate in education abroad programs; assisting UNCW faculty in their teaching, research, and scholarship abroad; developing and strengthening educational linkages with international partners so as to create opportunities for student, faculty, and staff exchanges; identifying and obtaining resources to further the internationalization of UNCW, and by enhancing and expanding international and global opportunities and resources on campus and in the surrounding community.
College
Undergraduate Studies - 33000 College
College/School Information
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Location of Workplace
Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The Office of International Students & Scholars Program Coordinator plans programs, events, and services to assist international students, scholars, and faculty adjust to UNCW and U.S. culture and life. Through core programs, such as International Student Orientation, the Host Family Program, the Student Mentor Program, the Intercultural Festival, the Global Student Ambassador Program, and out-of-state trips and local events and excursions, the Office of International Students & Scholars Program Coordinator serves as a resource for international students, scholars, and faculty to ensure their well-being and success while at UNCW .
This position also develops and manages OISS programs and events and corresponding communication plans to promote OISS programming to students, campus, and the Wilmington community. Position is responsible for event management from idea conception, preparations, budget management, and day-of logistics. Position will plan events that comes with being fiscally responsible for managing a purchase and travel card. This position oversees OISS social media accounts and the campus partner newsletter.
The Office of International Students & Scholars Program Coordinator also assists with other OISS responsibilities as needed, including participating in cross-trainings to ensure coverage of all areas within the OISS unit.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred education, professional skills and experience
- Time spent living/studying overseas
- Experience driving a 15-passenger van
- Strong organization skills
- Experience at juggling many tasks
- Detail-orientated with a track record of following policies and procedures
- Ability to lead student programs with a high level of professionalism
- Strong interpersonal and intercultural communication skills particularly with non-native English speakers
- Experience with event planning and coordination
- Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with undergraduate and graduate students, administrators, faculty, staff, and off-campus community members
- Ability to work independently
- Proficiency in social media platforms, especially Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and experience managing social media accounts
- Excellent command of the English language, written and oral
- Ability to demonstrate exceptional professionalism in representing UNCW on-campus and in the community
- Strong interest in global topics and foreign cultures
- Experience and comfort with public speaking and giving presentations
- Proficiency in web and publication design
- Experience thriving in a fast-paced work environment
- Knowledge of a foreign language
Recruitment Range
$31,200 - $35,684
FTE
1.0 (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year
12 Months
Work Days
Monday - Friday, with occasional nights & weekends
Work Hours
8:00AM – 5:00PM
Type of Position
Permanent
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited
Position Number
7952
Job Posting Date
10/15/2021
Posting Close Date
11/15/2021
Number of Openings
Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants
PLEASE NOTE : This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you apply for this position. Failure to answer all required questions will cause the system to disqualify your application.
For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
You will be required to attach a cover letter and resume to successfully apply for this position. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have completed the ‘Work History’ section of the application before you apply for this position.
EEO Statement
At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington ( UNCW ), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
External Link to Posting
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/22200
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of 3 Professional References
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn of this opportunity with UNC Wilmington
(2021)?
- UNCW Website
- UNCW Facebook Page
- UNCW Linkedin Page
- UNCW Twitter Account
- UNCW Employee Referral
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Craigslist
- Diverse Issues in Higher Education
- Glassdoor
- Higher Ed Jobs
- Hispanic Outlook
- Indeed
- Inside Higher Ed
- North Carolina Job Network
- Women In Higher Education
- Other
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