What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator of Civic Engagement and Intercultural Education position at Governors State University?
Role Description:
Governors State University is looking to hire a Coordinator of Civic Engagement and Intercultural Education to support programming efforts within the Center for Student Engagement and Intercultural Programs. As a support staff to the Director, the Coordinator of Civic Engagement and Intercultural Education (CEIE) transforms student lives through leadership education, identity development, and community engagement.
The coordinator creates monthly programming that enhances cultural and civic awareness, diversity, and service. This position will be responsible for planning and delivering intercultural education programming to promote intercultural competence and greater cross-cultural understanding on campus and in the community. The coordinator oversees the campus food pantry and provides students with opportunities to learn and broaden their multicultural lens, serve the campus and community, and enhance leadership skills.
Here is the direct link to the posting: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/govst/jobs/4646294.
Company Description
Founded in 1969, Governors State University (GovState) is a public university in Illinois offering 64 degree and 24 certificate programs. The university is committed to providing an exceptional and accessible education to prepare students for success in a global society. GovState serves approximately 6,000 students annually in a variety of programs and has a diverse faculty and staff of about 1,000 employees.
Minimum Qualifications:
•Bachelor's degree in intercultural studies, student personnel, counseling, higher education administration, social work, or a related field.
•One (1) year of professional work experience in student affairs, student development, program/event management, student-based community-service, non-profit, or a related field.
•One (1) year of professional work experience in student engagement.
•Demonstrated experience in organizational, human relations, problem solving and communication skills; and the ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships with internal and external constituents in connecting programs and services offered in the university.
•Ability to work autonomously, take initiative, and establish work priorities ensuring timely completion of responsibilities.
•Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships in/with a diverse group/environment, confidence in developing and communicating programs to stakeholders and campus partners.
Note: Master's degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.
Desired Qualifications:
•Master's degree in intercultural studies, student personnel, counseling, higher education administration, social work, or a related field.
•One (1) year of professional work experience advising student leaders and organizations.
