Tri-S Program Coordinator

The Coordinator is responsible for oversight of the Tri-S program and all institutional study abroad programs within the context of the mission and goals of Anderson University and in collaboration with respective academic departments/schools. Develops policies and programs that support and enable the development of intercultural competence with the AU community.  Serves as a resource for students and advises students interested in study abroad, international internships, and short-term service/learning experiences.  Develops and implements policies and procedures to assess and manage risk related to programming and travel (wiithin the US and internationally).

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the Tri-S Program and all institutional study abroad/study away programs.


• Develop and implement international learning service programs in keeping with the mission of the Tri-S program and Anderson University, with an emphasis on service.


• Serve as Anderson University liaison with ministry partners for purposes of travel opportunities.


• Evaluate, negotiate and secure the services of reliable travel providers. Manage risk exposure related to programming and travel (within the US and internationally).


• Supervise Tri-S group leaders. Manage office functions and record keeping.


• Develop and manage budgets


• Serve as Anderson University liaison with partner study abroad/study away programs.


• Evaluate program components on a regular basis with findings used to improve processes.


• Participates in campus-wide activities to advance intercultural learning


• Pursues professional development

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required):

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree required.  Master’s degree preferred.


• Self-motivated and able to see the “big picture” of intercultural learning.


• Knowledge of the travel industry and travel logistics essential to the development of educational/service itineraries.


• Understands the inherent risks related to international or domestic travel and knows how to mitigate risk exposure.


• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of audiences.


• Knowledge of databases, Excel, PeopleSoft (or aptitude to learn), and presentation software.


• Ability to manage budgets within institutional budget parameters.


• Excellent oral & written communications skills with ability to communicate and negotiate effectively.


• Faith commitment compatible with the Church of God movement.


• Supportive of the mission and vision of Christian higher education as expressed and carried out by Anderson University.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS:

• Usual office environment; heavy walk-in traffic; high level of interaction with others in person electronically or via telephone.


• Ability to be mobile between workstation and various campus buildings


• Ability to travel.


• Valid driver’s license.


• Occasional evening/weekend work may be required.

Candidates should have belief in and commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian faith as interpreted through the historic witness of the Bible and the ongoing ministry of the Holy Spirit. They should possess a vitality of Christian experience that is maturing in insight and application. Candidates must meet University lifestyle expectations.

Benefits: This is a full-time salaried exempt position.  Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

• Remitted Tuition


• PTO/ voluntary Sick Leave Reserve


•  Paid Holidays


•  403B (retirement) with matching contribution


•  Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life, Long Term Disability


• Free Access to Kardatzke Wellness Center