Program Coordinator - Riverside, United States - University of California- Riverside

Description

Position Information

The International Student and Scholar Program Coordinator supports programming that promotes the success and wellness of our international community. Identifies needs, develops learning outcomes and designs and delivers professional intercultural and support programs that facilitate the educational, professional and personal success of international students and scholars at UCR. Contributes to outreach and campus training that provides faculty, staff and students with the resources and skills they need to effectively contribute to an increasingly international campus.

The full salary range for the Program Coordinator is $49,800 - $84,200 annually. The expected pay scale for this position is up to $52,325. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Education

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. (Required)
• Advanced degree in Student Affairs/Higher Education or another related field. (Preferred)

Experience Requirements

• 2 - 4 years of related experience. (Required)
• Demonstrated experience in programming and event coordination/management. (Required)
• Experience working with international students and scholars; demonstrated knowledge of their adjustment and support needs. (Preferred)
• Experience working with Orientation and Peer Mentor Programs. (Preferred)
• Experience developing, facilitating and evaluating support programs, intercultural training and orientation programs for international students or scholars. (Preferred)
• Working knowledge of student development theory and commitment to its implementation. (Preferred)
• Experience living, working or and/or studying abroad. (Preferred)

Minimum Requirements

Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects. Interpersonal skills. Skill in communicating effectively and professionally using tact and diplomacy and ability to work effectively as an individual, a team member, and with diverse groups. Skills in service orientation, active listening, critical thinking. Basic knowledge of advising and counseling techniques. Abilities in problem identification, reasoning. Ability to multi-task, verbal communication, written communication and organization skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Skilled with personal computers, printers; word processing, database management and spreadsheet software; virtual online platforms, social media and website content management. Understanding of University rules and regulations. Advanced ability to manipulate raw data and create reports and publications for distribution. Knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs. Knowledge of University processes and procedures. Ability to speak a second language.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the Center for World University rankings.
  


• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
  


• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
  


• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
  


• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
  


• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
  

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview