Graduate Program Coordinator

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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first pageofyourresume.Thecoverlettershouldaddressyourspecificinterestinthepositionand outline your qualifications as they relate to this job.

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Summary

The Department of Romance Languages and Literatures (RLL) has an open position for a GraduateProgramCoordinator.Youwilloverseealladministrativeaspectsofourthreedoctoral programs and one graduate certificate program.

We are looking for someone who understands graduate students and has experience in graduatestudentservices.TheidealGraduateProgramCoordinatorwillbeacreativepartnerin building the future of the department.

Thisisafull-time,hybridposition.YouwillworkonAnnArbor'scentralcampusintheModern Languages Building. We support flexible work schedules based on LSA policy.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensivebenefitspackagetohelpyoustaywell,protectyourselfandyourfamilyandplan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generoustimeoff
• Aretirementplanthatprovidestwo-for-onematchingcontributionswithimmediate vesting
• Manychoicesforcomprehensivehealthinsurance
• Lifeinsurance
• Long-termdisabilitycoverage
• Flexiblespendingaccountsforhealthcareanddependentcareexpenses

Responsibilities*

ReportingtotheStudentServicesManager,you will:

• Overseealladministrativeaspectsofourdoctoralprogram,advisePh.D.students regarding academic milestones, and track their academic progress
• Supportfacultyadvisorsastheymentorgraduatestudents
• CoordinatethehiringofGraduateStudentInstructorsandensurecompliancewiththe agreement between U-M and the Graduate Employee's Organization
• Managetherecruitment,application,andadmissionsprocessesforthedepartment's doctoral programs
• Administerandtrackfellowshipfunding,benefits,andgrantstosupportourdoctoral students.Advise students on available funding and other funding options.
• OverseeRLL'ssectionbudget(LISEC),BlockGrant,Rackhamgrantfunds,andother gift funds with Chief Administrator guidance and approval.

• Createandmonitorbasicbudgetsandensureexpendituresareinlinewithapproved budget proposals

• Partnerwithdepartmentleadershiptofosteravibrantandinclusivecommunityof scholars
• RepresentRLLtotheHoraceH.RackhamSchoolofGraduateStudiesandtheCollege of Literature, Science, and the Arts
•  ServeasanimportantpartoftheRLLStudentServicesteam,providingback-upmain office coverage and undergraduate student support, working closely with student services colleagues, and meeting regularly.

Required Qualifications*

• 3ormoreyearspriorexperienceworkinginstudentservicesatacollegeoruniversity
• Ademonstratedcommitmenttodiversity,equity,andinclusion
• Priorexperienceworkingwithconfidentialmaterials
• Abachelor's degree orequivalent work experience
• Excellentinterpersonalskillsandadeptatcommunicatingwithothers
• Significantexperienceorganizingandtrackingdetailedinformation.

Desired Qualifications*

• Priorexperienceworkingwithgraduatestudentsand/orinternationalstudents.
• FamiliaritywithU-M,Rackham,LSApoliciesandprocedures
• Enjoysworkingwithothersaspartofateamaswellasbeingskilledatworking independently on projects.

Additional Information

As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.

To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion in LSA, please visit lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei .

To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision .

Thesalaryrangeforthispositionis$46,000-$56,000,pleasenoteahighersalarymaybe offered based on equity and the selected candidate's experience.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.