University Title

Program Coordinator II - 1063

Pay Grade

35

Salary

Commensurate with qualifications

Base of Employment

P - P&S

Job Category

Professional and Scientific

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Working Title

Program Coordinator II - 1063

Advertised Employing Department

World Languages and Cultures

Appointment Type

Professional & Scientific - Continuous

Proposed Start Date

As soon as possible

Number of Months Employed Per Year

12

Full or Part Time

Full-Time

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

The Department of World Languages and Cultures (WLC) in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Program Coordinator II – Language Studies Resource Center (LSRC) Manager.

The manager of the LSRC will ensure the center’s alignment with department and university academic and resource goals; collaborate with faculty in the development of instructional technology components for classroom and blending learning initiatives; coordinate technology use with other departments and campus units; supervise center undergraduate staff; and manage the center’s daily operations.

The successful candidate will possess the ability to manage multiple priorities with many distractions or interruptions, approach responsibilities with a collaborate mindset, have the ability to work with a diverse group of people, and possess excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. In addition, the candidate will possess knowledge of education in languages and cultures, second-language acquisition, applied linguistics, or instructional design and be familiar with language-specific technology tools and course management systems such as Blackboard and Moodle.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of related experience; OR a Master’s degree and 2 years of related experience; OR a combination of education and/or related experience totaling 8 years unless otherwise specified under supplemental required education and experience. Experience must be at a comparable level and directly related to the duties of this position.

Preferred Education and Experience

Demonstrated proficiency with social media and website development;

Experience collaborating with faculty, staff, and administration on grants for operational budget or hardware and software purchases;

Supervisory experience (hire, train, schedule, and supervise staff, undergraduate student workers and/or graduate students);

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and respond to requests in a timely manner;

Experience creating online materials as a way to connect content-based instruction with student interest

Experience with instructional design methods, computer-assisted language teaching, experiential learning, and online, hybrid, flipped, and/or blended course design and development

Department Contact Email

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Department/Unit Website

language.iastate.edu

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply to this job” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae

2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

3) Contact Information for Three References

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [log in to unmask] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Guaranteed Consideration Date

03/09/2017

Pre-Employment Screening

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Quick Link

http://www.iastatejobs.com/postings/24716

EO Statement

Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email [log in to unmask].