Senior Student Leader – Student Hourly
Position Overview
International Short Programs (ISP) typically runs 6-12 short-stay programs annually for international students and professionals. Programs usually include an academic component but almost always have a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities and experiential learning. Programs range from 2 weeks to 9 months in duration and do not usually follow the typical academic calendar. The Senior Student Leader position for ISP will assist with administrative duties related to managing these short-term programs.
Job Description
- Assist in preparing informational materials, program booklets and one-page advertisements for ISP programs
- Assist in creating classroom/activity materials for programs
- Assist in maintaining online databases, organizing files and photos, and other organizational needs
- Monitor ISP email and alert full-time staff as necessary
- Assist with social media strategy and management including photo documenting activities as needed
- Assist with ISP marketing/tabling events
- Assist with program errands/purchasing and transportation
- Chaperone/lead program activities such as field trips as needed and as schedule permits
- Research potential program activities for program growth and development
- Assist primary instructor/facilitator of ISP workshops and orientation sessions
- Perform other program-level administrative tasks as needed
Required Qualifications
- During the semester term of the appointment, the student must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods, the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester; (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours; (3) be enrolled in summer session; or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester.
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
- Experience working independently and functioning in an organized and professional manner
- Demonstrated computer competency (Office, Outlook, databases, web skills), as evidenced by application materials
- Ability to drive a 12-passenger van (age 21 or older with valid U.S. driver's license)
- A willingness to chaperone evening and weekend trips and activities as needed, if schedule permits
- Must be able to work 30-40 hours per week in the Summer (10-20 hours per week in Fall/Spring term)
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate student
- Experience living or studying in another country
- Proficiency in a foreign language
- Experience working and/or interacting in a multi-cultural environment
- Experience working with/on social media for an organization
Additional Candidate Instructions
Applicants should provide a résumé and one-page cover letter that describes why they would like this position and how they meet the qualifications.
Application review begins November 13, 2024 and will remain open until a qualified pool of applicants has been identified.
Application review begins November 13, 2024 and will remain open until a qualified pool of applicants has been identified.
Contact Information to Applicants
Natalie Friend, n.friend@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
$20 per hour
Work Schedule
10-20 hours per week in Fall/Spring Term
30-40 hours per week in Summer Term
Final schedule to be determined by student and supervisor.
30-40 hours per week in Summer Term
Final schedule to be determined by student and supervisor.
Anticipated Start Date
Monday January 20, 2025