Coordinator of Global Engagement - #002556

Western Carolina University • Cullowhee, NC

387d • $34,602 - $58,870

About The Position

The Coordinator of Global Engagement at Western Carolina University plays a vital role in enhancing the department's outreach and branding. This position involves managing the department's website and social media presence, providing budget support, and facilitating effective communication and services for the international community. The coordinator will assist with various administrative tasks related to study abroad programs, international students, and faculty, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in departmental operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Refined communication skills (written and verbal) and intercultural competence.
• Strong computer literacy with knowledge of Microsoft Office and Banner.
• Ability to adapt to study abroad and international student management platforms.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support overall department branding and outreach, including the departmental website and social media.
• Draft and edit communications for the office.
• Oversee budget activities for WCU Global accounts.
• Assist with WCU Passport services.
• Compile and organize study abroad, international student, international scholar/faculty, and passport facility information for assessment and continuous improvement.
• Report to external organizations and agencies.
• Maintain agreements, contracts, and professional memberships for the department and individual staff.
• Coordinate travel authorization and visual compliance/export controls, as well as reimbursements.
• Guide student workers.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission of WCU Global Engagement.

Benefits

• Dental, vision, and health insurance plans with eligibility beginning on the first of the month following date of hire.
• Retirement plan contributions with employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan.
• Optional disability plans available.
• Tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year at any UNC System campuses.
• Free group exercise classes multiple times per week.
• Discounted membership to the campus recreation center.
• Free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus.
• Pretax flexible spending accounts.
• 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year.
• Immediate accrual of vacation and sick leave for eligible employees after working at least half of the working days of their first month of employment.
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
• Access to training and development programs, certifications, workshops, and conferences.

What This Job Offers

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