Site Coordinator- Elon Global Start- Dublin

Title: Site Coordinator- Elon Global Start- Dublin

Position Type: Temporary

Days Per Week: 5

Hours Per Week: 38

VP Area: Admissions and Financial Aid

Department: Admissions

Position Summary

This position will be based in Elon, NC and will require travel to Dublin, Ireland for the entire fall 2024 semester. The position will develop domestic and international programming for the Elon Global Start program in coordination with partner institution and program vendors. The position will recruit and mentor student participants while providing support to students for duration of study.

Benefits of Working at Elon

As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon's personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University's home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you'll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation's premier travel destinations.

Temporary employees at Elon enjoy benefits that includes:

Free use of campus fitness facilities.

Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

• A Bachelor's degree and previous experience working with first year college participants.

• Study abroad experience required.

Preferred Education and Experience

Elon graduate preferred

Required Other Training, Certifications, or Licensing

Must be a U.S. citizen and hold a valid U.S. passport

Job Duties

• Training and Program preparation

• Start in early August 2024 through May 2025. First weeks prior to departure include training and coordination of fall calendar and events.

• Must partake in weekly meetings with on campus team throughout the fall semester.

• Works with Big Pond Staff to ensure successful planning and execution of events.

• Programming execution

• Directs and implements all facets of EGS programming development both abroad and on Elon campus including planning, dissemination of information to participants, and execution of events throughout entire fall semester.

• Plans and coordinates social programming for EGS participants. Creates 3 - 5 programs on-campus to support transition into Elon during Spring semester.

• Plans and coordinates cultural experiences with EGS participants specific to the location abroad. Works with partner institutions to facilitate programming to support participants.

• Mentoring

• Meets with participants on a regular basis to ensure a successful transition during Fall semester and to Elon in the Spring semester.

• Leads participants in their use of resources offered by Big Pond and on campus resources to support retention efforts for the program.

• Mentors and guides participants so they develop the proper academic, campus, and personal life.

• Assessment

• Supports Pre-Departure Orientation for EGS participants and families departing in Fall semester.

• Supports Orientation for EGS participants and families arriving in Spring semester.

• Recruitment

• Recruitment of program participants.

Special Instructions to Applicants: This position will reside in Dublin, Ireland for the entire fall 2024 semester.