Posting Details
POSTING INFORMATION
| Internal Title |
Temporary iCharleston Site Director (5-month) (F/T*) |
| Department |
New Student Programs |
| Minimum Requirements |
* A Bachelor's degree and previous experience working with first year college participants.
* Study abroad experience required.
* College of Charleston graduate preferred.
Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply. |
| Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities |
* Knowledge and understanding of College of Charleston's resources and support mechanisms available to first year students.
* Must possess knowledge and skills in planning and programming events.
* Work experience in college settings specifically with first semester students is required.
* Must have excellent communication and planning skills.
* Must have demonstrated leadership, organizational, interpersonal, problem solving skills and public speaking skills.
* Familiarity with various social media platforms.
* Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite is required.
* Must be able to work independently. |
| Additional Comments Regarding Position |
*The candidate filling this position may be eligible for healthcare benefits. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
**Pay rate is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online
https://jobs.cofc.edu. |
| Hours Per Week |
37.5 |
| Pay Rate |
**$25/hour |
| Posting Date |
03/11/2025 |
| Closing Date |
03/31/2025 |
| Benefits |
- Health/Dental/Vision - Click Here
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Retirement
- Free CARTA Bus Service
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Posting Number |
T202505 |
| EEO Statement |
The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit
eop.cofc.edu. |
| Quicklink for Posting |
https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/16389 |
Job Duties
Job Duties
| Activity |
TRAINING AND PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
* Attend professional development and training session before iCharleston program starts.
* Attend and present at iCharleston Program Orientation on the College of Charleston campus.
* Must partake in weekly meetings with iCharleston administration team and weekly team meetings throughout the academic year. |
| Essential or Marginal |
Essential |
| Percent of Time |
15 |
| Activity |
COMMUNICATION
* Leads appropriate communication among all program constituents which include iCharleston participants, their parents and family, CofC faculty and staff, and the iCharleston Director.
* Explains iCharleston guidelines and requirements to participants so they completely understand program expectations for successful and official admission into the College of Charleston.
* Sends out emails to iCharleston parents as needed and consistent with consent. Creates and sends newsletters throughout both Fall and Spring semester with program updates throughout the iCharleston program.
* Coordinates iCharleston various social media platforms connected to the program in an appropriate and positive manner. |
| Essential or Marginal |
Essential |
| Percent of Time |
20 |
| Activity |
PROGRAMMING
* Directs and implements all facets of iCharleston programming development both abroad and on College of Charleston campus including planning, dissemination of information to participants, and execution of events throughout entire academic year.
* Plans and coordinates cultural and academic excursions with iCharleston participants specific to the location abroad. Works with partner institutions to facilitate programming to support iCharleston participants.
* Leads iCharleston participants in their understanding of the traditions, customs, and norms of the country, city, and community in which they live.
* Plans and coordinates academic and social programming for iCharleston participants. Creates 3 - 5 programs on-campus to support transition into College of Charleston during Spring semester. |
| Essential or Marginal |
Essential |
| Percent of Time |
20 |
| Activity |
MENTORING
* Meets with participants on a regular basis to ensure a successful transition into iCharleston partner institutions during Fall semester and the College of Charleston during Spring semester.
* Leads iCharleston participants in their use of resources offered by iCharleston partner institutions and College of Charleston resources to support retention efforts for the program.
* Mentors and guides participants so they develop the proper academic, campus, and personal life.
* Performs one-on-one meetings and group meetings with iCharleston participants to support retention efforts surrounding ongoing academic, social, and personal success.
* Holds weekly office hours for iCharleston participants.
* Attends weekly meetings with iCharleston liaisons at abroad institutions and receives updates from iCharleston professors on the academic progress of program participants.
* Abides by College of Charleston and host institution policies and procedures. |
| Essential or Marginal |
Essential |
| Percent of Time |
30 |
| Activity |
ASSESSMENT AND RETENTION
* Supports Pre-Departure Orientation for iCharleston participants and families departing in Fall through attendance and presentations at iCharleston Program Orientation on College of Charleston campus in summer.
* Supports College of Charleston New Student Orientation for iCharleston participants and families arriving in Spring semester through attendance and presentations on College of Charleston campus in January.
* Supports on-going program assessment plan for iCharleston participants abroad and during Spring semester. |
| Essential or Marginal |
Essential |
| Percent of Time |
15 |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- CofC - Alumni Career Services
- College of Charleston Website
- Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
- Glassdoor
- Handshake
- HigherEdJobs
- Indeed.com
- Internal Job Posting
- jbcjobs (Joint Base Charleston Military & Family Readiness)
- Job Fair
- LinkedIn
- Monster.com
- Personal Referral
- Post and Courier
- Public Job Posting
- SC Government Website (Neogov)
- SC Works (SC Department of Employment and Workforce)
- Twitter
- Word of mouth
- Other
- LGBT.net
- The Society for College and University Planning
- DiversityJobs.com (Circa)
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter / Letter of Application
- Reference List
- Philosophy of Student Success & Retention
Optional Documents
- Other Document
- Other Document 2
- Other Document 3
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College of Charleston
life insurance, long term disability
Mar 12, 2025