Coordinator for Undergraduate Studies - Arts and Sciences, Anthropology

Washington University in St. Louis • Washington, PA

4d • $21 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

This position coordinates administrative and academic functions of the Anthropology undergraduate program of 400-500 students (45%). It also administratively manages the Medicine and Society Program (35%) and acts as Study Abroad Coordinator for the Department (20%).

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• Relevant Experience (3 Years)

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or related field.
• University experience.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures and experience with Workday.

Responsibilities

• Meet and pre-advise all Anthropology majors and minors; assign advisors.
• Serve as member of the Department undergraduate curriculum committee.
• Maintain academic records and audit all graduating seniors for completion of the major.
• Manage student records in Workday.
• Compile data for reports related to assessments and evaluation of students and the Department.
• Assist Director of Undergraduate Studies and Chair with curricular additions to major and minor.
• Advise Department undergraduate curriculum committee on proposed policy changes.
• Maintain and grow alumni database and communicate with alumni of Department.
• Solicit and assign undergraduate Assistants in Instruction to courses.
• Manage undergraduate internships.
• Support students and faculty on major/minor requirements and program completion.
• Train new faculty on major/minor requirements and student advising.
• Undergraduate Bulletin updates.
• Develop and implement new strategies for engaging with undergraduate population.
• Write and disseminate weekly undergraduate news Digest.
• Coordinate Department graduation ceremony including soliciting award nominations and managing event.
• Meet with prospective undergraduates and their parents to explain Anthropology program.
• Act as staff advisor for department’s chapter of Lambda Alpha, the Anthropology National Honor Society.
• With Director, select yearly cohort of 25 students for Medicine and Society Program.
• Implement and supervise students in Senior Peer Mentor Program for incoming freshman cohort.
• Organize and implement all Medicine and Society events and programs including annual Keynote speaker.
• Create and maintain student and alumni database and files for Medicine and Society Program.
• Interview students and act as resource for internship placement; monitor students, and liaise with supervisors for Medicine and Society Program.
• Support Director with special projects for Medicine and Society Program.
• Supports students at all levels for Medicine and Society Program.
• Audit students for graduating, and in consultation with Director, make decisions about expulsion from program for Medicine and Society Program.
• Liaise with other university entities, including Ampersand Programs, First Year Programs, Pre-med programs, Legal Department for Medicine and Society Program.
• Meet with prospective Medicine and Society students and families and act as ambassador for program.
• Assist Director with yearly research funding recipients for Medicine and Society Program.
• Design and order all Medicine & Society merchandise.
• Attend Community Council Liaisons committee meetings, liaise with Gephardt Institute and Community Service Office for Medicine and Society Program.
• Meet with students interested in studying abroad to navigate program options and determine best fit.
• Decide which courses at various study abroad institutions will count toward Anthropology major/minor.
• Advise student study abroad applicants on approved courses.
• Troubleshoot course enrollment problems before and during abroad semester.
• Write letters of support for students applying to non-traditional programs when necessary.
• Coordinate with Overseas Office on non-traditional program approvals.
• Review transcripts, portfolio, and student experience upon student return to WU.
• Transfer credits to Anthropology from abroad program.
• Assess programs for continued department approval and review new programs.
• Coordinate approval of transfer credits for Anthropology majors and minors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Adult care resources.
• Covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED