Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator

The International Student and Scholar Program Coordinator is responsible for programming that fosters the success and well-being of our international community. This includes identifying needs, developing learning outcomes, and designing and delivering professional intercultural and support programs that facilitate the educational, professional, and personal success of international students and scholars at UCR. In accordance with federal regulations mandating that sponsoring institutions provide regular orientation, informational, and cultural sessions to F-1 and J-1 students and scholars, the program coordinator is tasked with ensuring compliance with these requirements. Additionally, the Program Coordinator contributes to outreach and campus training initiatives that equip faculty, staff, and students with the necessary resources and skills to effectively contribute to an international campus environment.

The salary range for this position is $56,000.00 - $96,400.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $56,000.00 - $66,100.00. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Offers of employment are dependent on completing a misconduct disclosure and potential background check.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. - Required

Advanced degree in Student Affairs/Higher Education or another related field. - Preferred

Experience Requirements

4-7 of related experience. - Required

Experience working with international students and scholars; demonstrated knowledge of their adjustment and support needs. - Required

Demonstrated experience in programming and event coordination/management. - Required

Experience developing, facilitating and evaluating support programs, intercultural training and orientation programs for international students or scholars. - Required

Experience living, working or and/or studying abroad. - Preferred

Special Conditions

Overtime - Required

Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours - Required

Per federal regulations, must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident in order to be appointed as a Designated School Official. - Required

Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development. - Required

Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) - Required

Minimum Requirements

Skill in communicating effectively and professionally using tact and diplomacy and ability to work effectively as an individual, a team member, and with diverse groups.

Thorough knowledge of international students' and scholars' support needs.

Thorough knowledge of advising/counseling techniques through an intercultural lens.

Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, identifying measures of system performance and the actions to improve performance.

Ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.

Abilities in project and program management, problem identification and reasoning skills. Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.

Ability to successfully market programs and events.

Demonstrated ability to build and create community.

Preferred Qualifications

Skilled with virtual online platforms, social media and website content management.

Understanding of University rules and regulations and knowledge of University processes and procedures.

Ability to speak a second language.

Strong knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs and knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences.

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview