Intercultural Student Engagement Liaison

University of Maine•Augusta, ME

4d•$45,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

The UMA Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services (OASIS) is seeking an Intercultural Student Engagement Liaison to support navigation of resources promoting engagement and success, and to support Student Life. The liaison works across departments to promote persistence among students of all backgrounds who may face challenges in the higher education environment. This position serves as the primary point of contact for OASIS and Student Life. In addition to supporting intentional engagement opportunities and organizing events, the liaison facilitates departmental purchases and contracts in collaboration with other departments.

Requirements

University degree or related combination of education and experience
Experience in intercultural environments
Organizational abilities
Ability to plan and execute community events, some at a large scale
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to provide exemplary customer service
Ability to interpret and explain university and federal regulations and policies
Adept at working in multicultural environments
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities
Ability to successfully maintain confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Record keeping and purchasing experience
Experience in a university student services setting

Responsibilities

Support navigation of resources promoting engagement and success.
Support Student Life.
Promote persistence among students of all backgrounds who may face challenges in the higher education environment.
Serve as the primary point of contact for OASIS and Student Life.
Support intentional engagement opportunities and organizing events.
Facilitate departmental purchases and contracts in collaboration with other departments.