The primary purpose of this position is to facilitate a seamless and supportive experience for international students throughout their academic journey at WCU. This role serves as a vital link between prospective and current international students and various university departments, ensuring that all admissions processes are navigated efficiently and effectively. By collaborating closely with the graduate and undergraduate admissions offices, the position aims to provide comprehensive guidance on international admission requirements, academic programs, and scholarship opportunities. Additionally, the role encompasses the critical responsibility of managing visa processes and pre-arrival logistics, thereby laying a strong foundation for students' successful transition to campus life.
Beyond admissions, this position is dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment for international students by serving as their primary contact for support services across campus. By coordinating with various departments, the role ensures that students receive the necessary resources and assistance to thrive academically and socially.
The position also plays a key role in planning and executing International Student Orientation, which is essential for acclimating new students to the university community. Furthermore, through active involvement in international student recruitment and campus programming, this role contributes to the university's commitment to global engagement, enhancing the overall educational experience for all students.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for this position:
Minimum Qualifications: Interested candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States of American without the need for employment sponsorship or any other immigration related assistance.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- U.S. permanent resident or citizen status to qualify as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, demonstrated by the ability to create and edit documents and spreadsheets.
- Experience in managing social media accounts for professional purposes, including content creation and engagement metrics.
- Strong writing skills, evidenced by the ability to produce clear and concise written communication.
- Experience working with diverse cultural groups, demonstrated through previous roles or projects.
- Proven organizational skills, as shown by the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as evidenced by previous team-based projects or roles.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience working in a higher education setting.
- Experience studying or working abroad.
- Proficiency in a second language.
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time
Special Instructions to Applicants: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected.
To be considered you must apply online. Applicant should attach a current resume; a letter of interest; and a list of three references (include names, addresses and complete contact information).
For questions or additional information, please contact Kaitlin Ritchie, Search Committee Chair at kkritchie@wcu.edu
