Coordinator for Culture and Belonging (73411

Coordinator for Culture and Belonging

Walsh University is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and passionate individual who is enthusiastic about contributing to a private, faithfully Catholic institution of higher learning and serving the common good. Walsh University promotes academic excellence, an engaged community, and a commitment to helping students discover their life purpose. Grounded in values of faith, excellence, integrity, service, and community, Walsh University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.

This is a fully on-campus role, where we do our work in community with colleagues, students, and campus partners.

Walsh University is seeking a dedicated professional to serve as the Coordinator of Culture and Belonging within the Student Experience division. Reporting directly to the Director of Culture and Belonging, this position plays a crucial role in supporting and implementing initiatives related to international student services, global learning and intercultural education. The coordinator will work closely with the Director, creating a stronger sense of belonging through outreach, student-centered programs, individualized support and mentorship.

The successful candidate will contribute to creating a welcoming and culturally rich campus environment that aligns with the university's Catholic traditions and values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administer the University's international student support and intercultural engagement functions, exercising independent judgment in determining appropriate services, interventions, referrals, and programmatic response
• Plan and execute programs and events that promote intercultural understanding, awareness, and appreciation among students, faculty, and staff
• Collaborate with student organizations, academic departments, and campus partners to facilitate initiatives promoting cultural humility
• Serve as the advisor for Black Student Union and World Student organization
• Provide support in coordinating services for international students, including orientation programs, immigration advising, and academic support
• Collaborate with academic departments to ensure international students receive necessary support for academic success
• Organize and promote cultural exchange opportunities for international and domestic students
• Serve as personal and academic mentor to build a sense of belonging
• Promote and implement programs designed to enhance student experiences at Walsh University cultivating a welcoming environment for students, addressing individual student needs to foster cross-cultural understanding

Administrative duties:

• Coordinate the promotion of study beyond programs, including student recruitment, advising, pre-departure, and re-entry programs
• Manage logistics and communications related to study beyond opportunities
• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) to support international students through immigration advising and guidance, independently evaluate international student applications
• Issue and maintain authorized immigration documentation
• Advise students regarding status requirements, identify potential compliance concerns and advise PDSO if the matter requires escalation
• Coordinate data collection for program assessment and reporting
• Maintain accurate records and databases
• Manage communication channels to ensure effective and timely dissemination of information
• Track student club/organization budgets including expenditures and revenues, maintaining records, and linking program objectives and assessment to the university's vision strategic implementation priorities

Collaboration and Communication:

• Foster positive relationships with diverse student populations, faculty, staff, and external partners
• Collaborate with other university departments to integrate cultural humility into various aspects of campus life

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Bachelor's degree
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to fostering intercultural understanding and cultural humility in alignment with Catholic values
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Other

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as highly effective interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and engage in the gathering, examination and analysis of information to arrive at solutions or recommendations and/or take…