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    Program Specialist - Los Angeles, United States - Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences

    Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences
    Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences Los Angeles, United States

    1 week ago

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    The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the Trojan Family, which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university a great place to work.

    As a community of Dornsife College we are committed to the creation, preservation, and communication of fundamental knowledge in all its formsas well as a lifelong passion for learning and a commitment to the betterment of society. The academic mission of Dornsife College can only be realized to its fullest potential when we build and protect a representative, equitable, inclusive culture of scholarship for students, faculty, and staff. This is not done through initiatives but by embedding these values into the everyday interactions, relationships, policies, and practices of the College. What is required is a seamless integration of the tenets of equity and inclusivity into every facet of academic life. If we want our scholars, staff, and students to be able to give their very best, we must create an academic environment that portends success.

    Success is possible when every member of the Dornsife community owns their role as a steward of the culture in which we learn, research, and work; when we believe that it is because of who we are that we are able to do what we do: achieve excellence, together.

    Achieving a robust and inclusive academic culture requires more than just the completion of a task, but includes that persons capacity to contribute positively to the relationships and culture of their office or department. Therefore, any applicant seeking to advance the mission of Dornsife College should also be assessed on their capacities beyond the technical elements of their work, and demonstrate an understanding of their impact on others, and to articulate how they contribute positively to those around them.

    The Department of English is seeking a Program Specialist to join the team and coordinate the English Ph.D. program. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in program specialization, e.g. counseling, testing, and events planning. It is critical for the candidate to have the ability to work both collaboratively and independently, prioritize, and multitask. Additionally, the successful candidate should have strong communication and organizational skills.

    ATTENTION: Applicants must upload a cover letter and a resume to be considered for this position.

    Responsibilities:

    • Counsels and advises students in the English Ph.D. program on academic requirements, degree progress, registration and serve as the liaison to relevant campus offices to assure timely completion of student degrees.
    • Provides administrative support and oversees curriculum changes, petitions and additional academic forms in consultation with the Director of Graduate Studies.
    • Coordinates production and distribution of program materials including course description packets, brochures and additional promotional materials.
    • Coordinates program services and/or activities. Schedules meetings and events. Arranges with vendors for services. Ensures satisfactory follow through on assigned areas of responsibility.
    • Organizes admission materials for committee review, plans campus visit and completes additional recruitment tasks.
    • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested and provides support to the Administrative Manager.

    Preferred Education:

    • Masters degree; combined experience/education as substitute

    Preferred Experience:

    • 3 years

    Hourly range: The hourly rate range for this position is $ $38. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidates work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

    Required Documents and Additional Information:

    • Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file).
    • Job openings are posted for a minimum of (5) five business days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended, so please apply on the same business day if interested.
    • USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions after six months of employment; tuition benefits for staff and their family; free Professional Development classes; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses and free tram pick up services; discounts to sporting and other campus events.

    Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

    The University of Southern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer that Values Diversity.

    Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 2 years Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related professional experience in program specialization, e.g., counseling or teaching.
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