Language Program Coordinator

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required. Experience working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Ability to prioritize work in an environment with multiple, sometimes incompatible, interests. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to handle complex and confidential information with discretion. Competency using a variety of computer software.

College degree preferred. Knowledge of at least one Middle Eastern language preferred. Experience with Harvard systems a plus.

Additional Information

This position will be hybrid, with a minimum of three days per week on campus. Hybrid schedule will be determined in conjunction with the manager.

We regret that we will not be able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

All formal written offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.

Position Description

• Administers searches for language preceptors and senior preceptors. Posts job ads, assists candidates with the submission of their applications, schedules interviews and search committee meetings.
• Processes visa application materials for language preceptors and senior preceptors, in coordination with the Harvard International Office.
• Coordinates the hiring of teaching fellows (Harvard students) and teaching assistants (non-Harvard students) to support NELC courses. Works with faculty and the Student Coordinator to identify qualified students within the department to fill these roles and potential TFs and TAs from other Harvard departments and outside the university as needed. Requests teaching sections from the Office of Undergraduate Education.
• Hires preceptors and TF / TAs onto the Harvard payroll.
• Onboards preceptors (with the Department Administrator) and TF / TAs.
• Advises supervisors and TF / TAs on relevant policies, including those related to the Harvard Graduate Student Union and employment rules for international students.
• Supports the registration process for language courses, including checking prerequisites and petitions.
• Assists with the administration of NELC's language citation programs. Advises students and faculty on the requirements of the language citation programs.
• Coordinates language placement exams.
• Supports the Department Administrator in the administration of language instructor reviews. Gathers and organizes materials for the review dossiers.
• Assists with language program events, student outreach and engagement, and language program communications.
• Keeps records for the language programs, including documentation of student exception approvals, changes to language program curricula, and funding for preceptors.
• Assists the DLP and heads of the ancient language programs with other projects as needed.
• Works with the rest of the departmental staff to support department-wide events and provides general administrative support to the department as needed.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Summary

Works independently performing a wide range of complex and confidential administrative and clerical duties to support the language programs of the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations (NELC). NELC is home to more than fourteen language programs in a variety of Middle Eastern languages, both ancient and modern. This position reports to the Department Administrator and works closely with the Director of the Modern Language Programs (DLP), heads of the ancient language programs, and the Student Coordinator. Key responsibilities include administration of the department's teaching fellow and teaching assistant appointments and support to the modern and ancient language programs.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

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Work Format Details

This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary : $5,250