Undergraduate Coordinator
About The Position
The Department of Romance Studies at Cornell University is seeking an Undergraduate Coordinator to support the administration of its undergraduate programs in Romance languages and literature. This position plays an important role in coordinating the department’s complex teaching and curriculum programs and ensuring the effective delivery of undergraduate education. The Department of Romance Studies gives voice to the literatures and cultures of those parts of the world where French, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish are or have been spoken. The undergraduate and graduate programs offer students a broad range of opportunities for language acquisition, as well as the chance to become sophisticated interpreters of cultures and deliver intellectual engagement across linguistic and textual boundaries.
Requirements
- An Associate’s Degree and at least 2 years related experience or equivalent combination.
- Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, specialized on-line grading and student services systems.
- Excellent communication skills (both written and oral).
- Attention to detail, ability to carefully proofread and review data for errors.
- Experience working directly with people from various backgrounds.
- The ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s Degree with 4-6 years’ experience.
- Knowledge of undergraduate program processes and regulation, experience working in higher education.
- Under general supervision, resolve most problems and accomplish most tasks alone, keeping supervisor informed of progress.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the assignment and scheduling of courses and instructional responsibilities across Romance languages and literature.
- Support the administration and implementation of undergraduate curriculum and teaching programs.
- Collaborate with the Chair, Associate Chair, Director of Undergraduate Studies, and Administrative Manager to coordinate departmental teaching activities.
- Serve as a key point of coordination among faculty and department leadership regarding curriculum, course scheduling, and instructional needs.
- Organize and maintain information related to undergraduate courses, teaching assignments, and program administration.
- Support day-to-day administrative processes related to the department’s undergraduate teaching program.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health care options
- Generous retirement contributions
- Access to wellness programs
- Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
- Health and personal leave
- Three weeks of vacation
- 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.
- Two additional floating holidays
- Extramural Study
- Employee Degree Program
- Tuition aid for external education
- Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
