Graduate Affairs & Practicum Coordinator

About the role

The Graduate Affairs and Practicum Coordinator supports the Assistant Director of Graduate Affairs and the MPH Sr. Academic Advisor in administrative and student financial functions. They also work closely with the Community Engagement Manager on administration and management of practicum sites, contracts, and site relationships for graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Assistant Director of Graduate Affairs and the MPH Sr. Academic Advisor in administrative and student financial functions.
• Collaborates with the Community Engagement Manager to develop and maintain practicum sites for graduate students.
• Ensures students have submitted all necessary documents for exceptions, graduation, enrollment, withdrawals, and other degree-related documents.
• Collaborates with the compensation analyst to ensure all fellowships, academic student appointments, and awards are processed.
• Supports event and end of year celebrations, commencement, and awards ceremonies.
• Ad-hoc duties related to graduate affairs may be assigned.

Requirements

• Experienced knowledge of specific learning theory, learning styles, affective issues, academic issues, and socio-cultural / linguistic issues in applying academic support to students.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of academic curricula.
• Knowledge in designing and implementing learning and pedagogical models.
• Skills in judgment and decision-making.
• Problem solving and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of current research and theoretical models that influence the application and delivery of academic services.
• Multicultural competencies, knowledge and experience working and interacting effectively with diverse groups of staff, faculty, and student populations.
• Knowledge of program development, data gathering, assessment, and evaluation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• 5-7 years of experience preferred.

Skills

• Understanding of higher education tuition financial models and understanding financial aid.

Benefits

UCI offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a variety of discounts and perks. For more information, please visit this page.