Coordinator for Culture and Belonging

Job Details: Job Location: Main Campus - North Canton, OH, Position Type: Staff (Full-Time), Salary Range: Undisclosed, About Walsh University

Walsh University is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and passionate individual who is enthusiastic about contributing to a private, faithfully Catholic institution of higher learning and serving the common good. Walsh University promotes academic excellence, an engaged community, and a commitment to helping students discover their life purpose. Grounded in values of faith, excellence, integrity, service, and community, Walsh University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.

This is a fully on-campus role, where we do our work in community with colleagues, students, and campus partners

Main Campus - Fully onsite

Position Summary 

Walsh University is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and passionate individual who is enthusiastic about the environment found on a private, values based, Catholic liberal arts campus. Walsh University believes in the desirability of a small university that promotes academic excellence, and close student-teacher interactions.  A commitment to Catholic social teaching is critical to the mission of Walsh University. Student Experience at Walsh University has been structured to reflect the University's commitment to student development and retention. 

Walsh University is seeking a dedicated professional to serve as the Coordinator of Culture and Belonging within the Student Experience division. Reporting directly to the Director of Culture and Belonging, this position plays a crucial role in supporting and implementing initiatives related to international student services, global learning and intercultural education. The coordinator will work closely with the Director, creating a stronger sense of belonging through outreach, student-centered programs, individualized support and mentorship. The successful candidate will contribute to creating a welcoming and culturally rich campus environment that aligns with the university's Catholic traditions and values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Student Outreach and Support:

Administer the University’s international student support and intercultural engagement functions, exercising independent judgment in determining appropriate services, interventions, referrals, and programmatic response
Plan and execute programs and events that promote intercultural understanding, awareness, and appreciation among students, faculty, and staff
Collaborate with student organizations, academic departments, and campus partners to facilitate initiatives promoting cultural humility
Serve as the advisor for Black Student Union and World Student organization
Provide support in coordinating services for international students, including orientation programs, immigration advising, and academic support
Collaborate with academic departments to ensure international students receive necessary support for academic success
Organize and promote cultural exchange opportunities for international and domestic students
Serve as personal and academic mentor to build a sense of belonging 
Promote and implement programs designed to enhance student experiences at Walsh University cultivating a welcoming environment for students, addressing individual student needs to foster cross-cultural understanding

Administrative duties:

Coordinate the promotion of study beyond programs, including student recruitment, advising, pre-departure, and re-entry programs
Manage logistics and communications related to study beyond opportunities
Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) to support international students through immigration advising and guidance, independently evaluate international student applications 
Issue and maintain authorized immigration documentation
Advise students regarding status requirements, identify potential compliance concerns and advise PDSO if the matter requires escalation 
Coordinate data collection for program assessment and reporting
Maintain accurate records and databases 
Manage communication channels to ensure effective and timely dissemination of information
Track student club/organization budgets including expenditures and revenues, maintaining records, and linking program objectives and assessment to the university’s vision strategic implementation priorities

Collaboration and Communication:

Foster positive relationships with diverse student populations, faculty, staff, and external partners
Collaborate with other university departments to integrate cultural humility into various aspects of campus life

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. 

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Must demonstrate an understanding the Walsh University Statement of Faith and a commitment to support the Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Ethical Conduct of Walsh University in accordance with Ex Corde Ecclesiae and the Catholic intellectual tradition. Must also possess the following:

Required Qualifications: 

Bachelor's degree 
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Commitment to fostering intercultural understanding and cultural humility in alignment with Catholic values
Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Other Preferred Qualifications: 

Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as highly effective interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills
Ability to multi-task and engage in the gathering, examination and analysis of information to arrive at solutions or recommendations and/or take appropriate action  
Must take pride and be thorough in the quality of work produced completing assignments in accordance with the communicated timeline
Demonstrated technology literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Frequently: sit, perform desk-based computer tasks; use fine manipulation and grasp; use a telephone; write by hand; sort and file paperwork
Occasionally: stand and walk; twist; lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds
Ability to attend events and activities on or off campus
Frequently: ability to interact and communicate with members of the University and others as necessary
As needed: ability to work any part of the day or week, including early mornings, evenings, overnight hours, weekends, and holidays

Physical requirements of the job include prolonged sitting, extended periods of keyboard work and use of a computer monitor, some walking, occasional lifting and carrying objects no more than 20 pounds.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a completed online application and any additional documents requested by the search/interview committee. This may include resume, unofficial transcripts, etcQualifications: