Intercultural Student Engagement Coordinator

Position Summary

The Intercultural Student Engagement Coordinator is responsible for the development and implementation of co-curricular engagement offerings, high-impact activities, and academic success initiatives to support the unique needs of the many student populations comprising Dallas College in alignment with our institutional culture of care.  The Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting the access, persistence, retention, and success of students from multiple identities by creating co-curricular experiences that help students feel welcomed, connected, valued, supported, and prepared for their next.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of community college student issues through programming, resource management, and other professional activities.

Experience connecting students to support programs and resources and ability to maintain student confidentiality and sensitive information that may be observed during student interaction.

Knowledge and understanding of student development theory , current issues, and trends in student affairs and student development.

Knowledge, understanding, and commitment to the open access policy and philosophy of the comprehensive community college.

Knowledge and understanding of the multiple backgrounds of Dallas College students.

Implementation and support of intercultural and social leadership co-curricular student programs.

Support of culturally relevant student groups including serving as co advisors to recognized student clubs and organizations.

Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations regarding student discipline.

Shared governance and evidence of strong ability to work effectively and collaboratively with administration, faculty, students, staff, and other constituent groups and partners, both within and outside a college or university.

Ability to identify and address opportunities and challenges arising from Dallas College’s transition to a one-college model.

An understanding of contemporary issues in higher education is required through professional development activities.

Support of departmental international and global programming efforts and various Student Success Strategic efforts.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience developing outcome-based student engagement experiences and support interventions within an academic environment.

Bachelor’s degree in related field, Master’s in related field preferred.  Official transcripts required.

Current and valid Texas driver’s license required and acceptable driving record.

Ability to work extended hours beyond the regular 8 : 00 a.m. – 5 : 00 p.m. hours.

Experience working with diverse student and staff populations.

Excellent interpersonal relations skills.

Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

• Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.

Key Responsibiliti es

Development of tailored programmatic efforts to support student retention and success of members from various communities that mirror our Dallas College student populations.

Works collaboratively with college and community partners to enhance the academic success of the various Dallas College student populations.

Provide departmental support across the seven Dallas College campuses when needed.

Delivers co-curricular engagement to help increase students’ intercultural and global competency that enhances the overall college student experience and builds career readiness skills.

Provides in-services training and facilitates meetings, workshops, and seminars to identify issues and develop recommendations to support students. Serves as a resource to staff, faculty, students, and campus community on student engagement and activities and as departmental contact for assigned campus location.

Advises senior administrators in implementing programs, new initiatives, and special projects.

Leads and / or partners on several major events, activities, and initiatives including but not limited to Welcome Week Events, Heritage Celebrations, Solidarity Days, Immersion trips, Global Programming, Campus-based activities, and departmental Signature Programming.

Responsible for ensuring that all programs and activities comply with university, state, and federal regulations.

Coordinates and facilitates interactive workshops that promote experiential learning.

Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.

Responsible for ensuring that all programs, services, and activities comply with university, state, and federal regulations.

Perform other duties as assigned including monitoring the transportation of and / or accompanying (driving) students to program activities, workshops, and engagement opportunities.

The position is required to be on campus. Although the coordinator is housed at a specific campus location, individuals will be supporting programs and events across the seven Dallas College campuses.

Salary : $53,000