"Student Svcs Program Coord II"

Job Details

Student Svcs Program Coord II

Department: CAS School of Visual Art and Design

Advertised Salary Range: $42,633

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Job Summary

Provides administrative support to the Director of Graduate Studies for the School of Visual Art and Design (SVAD) and serves as a liaison between the School, the Graduate School and University offices. Advises SVAD Graduate Director on matters related to student service programs, policies, and procedures. As Coordinator of Community Programs this position is also responsible for building and maintaining relationships with the Columbia arts community in support of SVAD Graduate Student recruitment and professionalization, and is responsible for coordinating student and visiting artist exhibitions at Stormwater Studios. This work supports professional development for SVAD graduate and undergraduate students and fosters community engagement, including the development of educational programs, events, and interdisciplinary activities related to the arts and culture. This work also requires development and production of internal and external communications to promote the work of the unit, faculty, and students (newsletters, website, social media).

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Not specified in detail.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of university policies and procedures concerning access to, and dissemination of, student information. Proficiency with university databases is preferred, as well as a working familiarity with software programs used to design and lay out web-based communications, such as Adobe InDesign, web content management systems, social media platforms, and common word processing applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access). Excellent oral and written communication skills, excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, and have the ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies (students, faculty, parents, staff and the public).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, InDesign and web based content management systems. Must be able to demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills and excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. An ability to work in a public-facing capacity with students, faculty, staff, and the Columbia arts community is a requirement of the position. Be able to interpret departmental and university policies related to student admission, progression and graduation, and procurement.