Program Manager - 248a.0809
Department:
Office of International Education
Responsibilities
The Program Manager is an administrative professional responsible for the development and implementation of off-campus study programs, off-campus study advising, and promotion of off-campus study. The Program manager generally assists the International Student Advisor (ISA) with programming related to International Student Services and has federal regulatory responsibilities related to the UW Oshkosh F-1 and J-1 International Student & Scholar Programs. This position reports to the Director, with oversight provided by both the Director & the ISA.
This position has a high degree of programmatic involvement and requires a high degree of familiarity with OIE programs, events, policies and procedures.
Requirements (Degree/Experience):
- Relevant Bachelor's degree;
- Experience developing and implementing faculty-led study abroad programs, travel tours or similar;
- Significant experience living, working, studying and/or traveling abroad;
- Significant experience developing and administering budgets;
- Intermediate or Advanced proficiency in MS Office 2000 (Word, Excel, Access); Ability to learn additional software packages as required;
- Ability to serve as Designated School Official (DSO) and Assistant Responsible Officer (ARO) for F & J student programs (must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, per federal regulations) is required.
Preferences
- Attention to detail;
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, performing successfully and with composure;
- Initiative and ability to work independently without close supervision;
- Ability to independently address & solve complex issues through teamwork and consultation;
- Ability to make decisions with potential impact on international students and the University's ability to fulfill federal mandates;
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact diplomatically with a diverse group of individuals and to communicate clearly and effectively wtih non-native speakers of English, all in a service-oriented environment ;
- Excellent verbal and written skills to prepare clear, concise and grammatically correct correspondence (via email and mail) and reports and to give clear, concise information while advising;
- Relevant Master's degree;
- Familiarity with web development software:
*International travel may also be a possibility by is not guaranteed.
*Infrequent evening and weekend responsibilities will be required.
Start Date:
July 1, 2009 or within two weeks of offer
Salary:
Competitive
Terms of Appointment:
12-month, renewable
Application Deadline:
June 24, 2009 or until position is filled.
How to Apply:
Send a letter of application; resume (or a vita may be used in place of a resume); contact information for 5 references; and transcripts (offical or photocopy) to:
Jenna Graff
Office of International Education
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
800 Algoma Blvd.
Oshkosh, WI 54901-8672
(920) 424-0775
graff@uwosh.edu
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