Position Title: Center for Global Engagement - Assistant Director
Classification: Title Administrative Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)
Benefits: Eligibility
Benefits: Eligibility
Department: Center for Global Engagement
Job Description
The Assistant Director performs administrative responsibilities, assisting the senior director and staff to ensure the smooth operation of the Center for Global Engagement. Specific tasks include:
- Coordinate and review all off-campus study applications (including program specific applications), respond to inquiries regarding the application process.
- Participate in the Off-Campus Study Fair and required off-campus study orientations.
- Manage all off-campus study scholarship applications in consultation with the senior director.
- Along with other staff members, participate in the planning and assisting of student events such as the annual IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures show, International Food Fair, Explore Michigan, and international student celebrations.
- Coordinate with Center for Information & Technology (CIT) to assist in the set up, maintenance and use of the Terra Dotta system, including managing program updates
- Support website maintenance and social media platforms as needed.
- Participate in occasional site visits and national conferences.
- Support international student activities as needed
- Serve on campus committees as necessary and represent the senior director when needed.
- Lead and coordinate print materials including communicating with printing companies.
- Manage Day of Giving and Admission Visit Days on behalf of the Center.
- Assist in budget reviews, departmental assessment goals, and vision setting for the Center for Global Engagement.
- Coordinate Global Champion communication and training.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- At least 5 years of work experience in the field of international education
- Cross-cultural experience and fluency in a second language preferred
- Ability to work with individuals whose primary language may not be English
- Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with students
- Effective organizational and time management skills
- Ability to maintain multiple ongoing tasks on a tight deadline, and to maintain collegiality and productivity under pressure
- Technical skills in database management, Google Suites and Canva preferred
- Previous experience with Terra Dotta Systems preferred
- Able to maintain confidentiality
- Self-motivated and detail oriented
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Commitment to the Christian faith and supportive of the Hope College mission
Physical Demands
This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number: 2023-211SR
Job Posting Open Date: 03/08/2024
Job Posting Close Date: 04/01/2024
Open Until Filled: No
Is this position available for sponsorship: No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please upload a copy of your resume, cover letter, and names/contact information for three references.
Supplemental Questions
During your undergraduate experience, did you study off-campus? If so, please list the program location, program name, and length of study.
(Open Ended Question)
?Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- References
Optional Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
