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    Temporary University Specialist
    Experiential Global Learning

    Under the direction of the Associate Director of Experiential Global Learning (EGL), and as part of the EGL team, the EGL Temporary University Specialist will assist in various administrative, personnel, maintenance, and procedural functions of EGL. The Office of Global Affairs: Experiential Global Learning (OGA:EGL) has responsibility for development and management of global opportunities, abroad, domestic, and virtual for students at all UConn campuses. OGA:EGL had nearly 1,000 students enroll in programs during an Academic Year. Students can choose among 250 programs in 50+ countries. UConn is a member of Universitas 21, and has exchange agreements with over 50 outstanding institutions around the world.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Manage central communications for EGL, including answering the phone, responding to the EGL email account, greeting visitors, and handling mail
    • Advise walk-in students, parents, faculty, and staff with basic questions about EGL programming and processes.
    • Book reservations, rooms, catering, logistics, and supply orders for EGL meetings and events.
    • Coordinate presentation requests, assist with booking reservations, organizing the events calendar, and preparing materials for various events including classroom presentations, open houses, and information sessions
    • Coordinate travel, schedules, meals, and logistics for campus visitors.
    • Manage office communications with the university community and external partners, including acceptance and commitment letters, partner information sheets, and group emails.
    • Administer the course alignment system, including the curation of grade scales, transcript processing, and resolution of all student credit issues and concerns.
    • Manage all financial records and student billing matters in conjunction with the Associate Director.
    • Support the Associate Director and Custom Programs Coordinator with program cancellation and withdrawals.
    • Enroll students in custom programs courses and all students’ off-campus course placeholders.
    • Order insurance for EGL program participants.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and one (1) year of experience working in a higher education setting
    • Ability to relate well to diverse students, faculty, and staff, especially in a team setting
    • Ability to use the Microsoft Office and Adobe Suites
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
    • Excellent intercultural communication skills
    • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Strong research skills and knowledge of research/data collection methodologies
    • Ability to prioritize workload to complete tasks successfully and in a timely and efficient manner
    • Knowledge of PeopleSoft
    • Experience with public presentations
    • Student affairs, study abroad, and/or leadership experience

    APPOINTMENT TERMS

    This temporary position is approximately 35 hours per week from January – June 2022 with the possibility of renewal. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required. The hourly rate for this position is $22/hour.

    TO APPLY

    Please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to egl@uconn.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Successful candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview.

    Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

    All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

    The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.

    For more information, contact: Experiential Global Learning at egl@uconn.edu