Global Support Program Coordinator

Agency

Department

The Global Support Program Coordinator, under general supervision, works collaboratively with leadership across the university to plan, develop, and implement programs, events, and initiatives that advance the mission of the Department of Student, Global & Community Connections office and support the division of Global, Community and First Gen Initiatives at Tarleton State University.

Officing on the Stephenville campus, the work hours are typically Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with some evenings and weekends required, especially during peak designated times in Fall and Spring terms. Occasional travel to Fort Worth and Waco campus locations. Must have the ability to work remotely at the request of the university in times of inclement weather or other special circumstances.

Responsibilities:

40% Campus Initiatives Development and Support:

Responsible for the development and implementation of creating, assessing, planning, and hosting initiatives and community and campus-wide programs. Assists with maintaining The Global Passport Project. Assists with efforts to develop and implement global learning, and skill-building initiatives targeted to students, staff, and faculty. Participation in Divisional training and initiatives. The successful candidate will know the appropriate software for deliverables, assessment, and reporting on any related divisional initiatives.

30% Student Experience:

Responsible for supporting, planning, implementing, examining, and providing initiatives for students. Manages developing partnerships with students focused on global experiences which includes assisting students in the passport process, to ensure the experience for study abroad is achieved.

15% Administration:

Assists the Director in establishing short- and long-term goals and strategic planning for the office of Student, Global, and Community Connections. Works closely with professional staff to help achieve departmental outcomes related to student leadership and initiatives. Collects data to assess and evaluate programs relating to divisional initiatives. Develops and updates training materials such as passport information, and event planning-related material and delivers training to professional staff.

10% Other duties:

Works with administrators, staff, and students across the department and University to promote and implement campus resources and opportunities.

5% Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 3 years of related experience.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

Master’s degree with 1 year of experience in higher education event planning with knowledge of university programs and procedures.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Salary Range:

The target base annual salary range is $47,000 to $61,940.50 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

• Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!

• Masters Educational Assistance – is designed to invest in and assist employees further their knowledge, skills, and job effectiveness through 100% of eligible tuition and fees being paid on enrollment. Click link for additional guidelines and details!

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning

• Fully covered employee health insurance

  • Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Retirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

• Paid sick leave

• Holiday pay

• Vacation

• Longevity pay

• Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!

Other

• Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!

  • Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.

• Employee Wellness Release Time

• Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

• and other Tarleton Discounts

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.