Hourly Global Learning Assistant - Global Education Office

VCU's Global Education Office has an exciting opportunity for an Hourly Global Learning Assistant!

The Hourly Global Learning Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting VCU's Global Learning Office through a variety of administrative and programmatic tasks. This position is ideal for someone passionate about international education and student services, offering a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and globally-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Typical duties of the Hourly Global Learning Assistant include, but are not limited to:

Global Learning Support:

  • Assist with international student insurance and medical resource information.
  • Coordinate travel logistics and onboarding for new international students.
  • Support matching and guest planning for inbound/outbound students.
  • Track Peace Corps Prep (PCP) students and coordinate related events.
  • Audit the website for inactive links and outdated information.
  • Assist with outreach efforts, including creating materials and coordinating student
    participation in events.
  • Coordinate International Education Week activities.
  • Support Global Learning hosted/sponsored events and programs.
  • Create and disseminate event information for Global Learning populations.
Education Abroad:
  • Provide administrative support for overseas payments and academic records.
  • Assist with course maintenance and credit transfer processes.
  • Manage communication between GEO's outreach programs, faculty, staff, and
    external partners.
General Office Support:
  • Provide front desk support, handling calls, emails, walk-ins, and scheduling
    requests.
  • Process student payments and reconcile application systems.
  • Organize and maintain student records, supply closets, and office spaces.
  • Manage office operations such as mail, answering phones, scheduling meetings,
    etc.
  • Support students through advising, program support, and other services,
    including processing student applications.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree and 1 to 3 years of relevant professional experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Proven experience as an administrative assistant, office manager, or similar role
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to provide excellent service to faculty, staff, students, and outside constituents
  • Experience leading or supporting events
  • Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills
  • Proficiency in Google Suite, with the ability to learn new software as needed
  • Ability to adapt to change and ambiguity; ability to work across departments
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a member of the VCU community
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience studying, living, volunteering, teaching, or working abroad
  • Knowledge of a second language
  • Familiarity with TerraDotta Software or similar web-based office and application management systems
  • Proven ability to enhance office productivity and efficiency
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Office
  • Design skills, including familiarity with Canva
  • Experience in content creation for social media
  • Ability to anticipate needs and proactively assemble appropriate resources
Position Details:
Salary Range:
$17-$20/hour
FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Hours per Week: up to 29 hours per week

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