Program Coordinator - Center Global Engagement

Position: Program Coordinator - Center for Global Engagement
Department

The Center for Global Engagement - Special Programs

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for coordinating the Center for Global Engagement's Special Programs with internship at Walt Disney World Resort, to include program admission processes, program planning and implementation, and academic support. CGE Special Programs is a large-scale auxiliary program, with approximately 160 students from 10 international partner universities who attend a 10-day intensive on campus program at FSU in the summer, followed by a 6-month internship at Walt Disney World Resort.

* Develop 10-day session schedules to include required academic and non-academic components. Reserve housing, meals, Leach Center memberships, classrooms, and local and in-state charter and van transportation. Provide rotational coverage for other staff members during summer program and assist with providing support to students as needed.

* Compare pricing on program supplies for summer program to include bedding, pillows, towels, textbooks, office supplies, etc. and make purchases within budget. Receive and inventory purchases and maintain program supply inventory. Administer petty cash fund following FSU cash handling procedures and close out fund at end of summer. Make travel arrangements to Walt Disney World Resort for multiple drop-offs in summer and monthly trips for classes.

* Assist with student application process, generate the non-degree student applications, and register the students' FSUIDs. Guide students through the FSU health compliance process and troubleshoot FSU card application issues. Set up electronic sign-up process for annual student interviews as part of the application process, as well as social events and activities as needed. Provide support for student staff training process and Peer Mentor program.

* Provide support for registering students for fall semester courses according to their assigned program tracks. Assist with grading student assignments and discussion posts during fall semester coursework. Reserve classrooms at Walt Disney World Resort for monthly class sessions. Request official FSU transcripts and send to partner universities at the end of the program.

* Attend all major CGE and Division of Student Affairs (DSA) events, serve on CGE or DSA committees, assist with special projects, and perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Master's degree and two years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience living, working, or studying abroad

* Experience providing academic and student program support

* Excellent people skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team

* Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy

* Ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously

* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Other Information

The Center for Global Engagement (CGE) supports FSU's internationalization efforts by providing services and support to the international students and scholars on F-1 and J-1 visas to ensure FSU compliance with federal immigration law; as well as offering a variety of educational and social programs open to all FSU students.

Twenty full-time CGE staff and 25 student staff members provide immigration support for over 2,500 international students from 120 countries and over 150 visiting scholars per year, manage 45 bilateral exchange agreements, provide a variety of programs and workshops, and also manage the Special Programs for non-degree students from international partner universities with academic training/internships at Walt Disney World Resort.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity.

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