Job Description

Scheduled Hours

37.5This position coordinates administrative and academic functions of the Anthropology undergraduate program of 400-500 students (45%). It also administratively manages the Medicine and Society Program (35%) and acts as Study Abroad Coordinator for the Department (20%).

Anthropology Undergraduate Academic Issues

• Meet and pre-advise all Anthropology majors and minors; assign advisors.
• Serve as member of the Department undergraduate curriculum committee.
• Maintain academic records and audit all graduating seniors for completion of the major.
• Manage student records in Workday.
• Compile data for reports related to assessments and evaluation of students and the Department.
• Assist Director of Undergraduate Studies and Chair with curricular additions to major and minor.
• Advise Department undergraduate curriculum committee on proposed policy changes.
• Maintain and grow alumni database and communicate with alumni of Department.
• Solicit and assign undergraduate Assistants in Instruction to courses.
• Manage undergraduate internships.
• Support students and faculty on major/minor requirements and program completion.
• Train new faculty on major/minor requirements and student advising.
• Undergraduate Bulletin updates.
• Develop and implement new strategies for engaging with undergraduate population.
• Write and disseminate weekly undergraduate news Digest.
• Coordinate Department graduation ceremony including soliciting award nominations and managing event.
• Meet with prospective undergraduates and their parents to explain Anthropology program.
• Act as staff advisor for department’s chapter of Lambda Alpha, the Anthropology National Honor Society.

Medicine and Society Program, Department of Anthropology

• With Director, select yearly cohort of 25 students.
• Implement and supervise students in Senior Peer Mentor Program for incoming freshman cohort.
• Organize and implement all Medicine and Society events and programs including annual Keynote speaker.
• Create and maintain student and alumni database and files.
• Interview students and act as resource for internship placement; monitor students, and liaise with supervisors.
• Support Director with special projects.
• Supports students at all levels.
• Audit students for graduating, and in consultation with Director, make decisions about expulsion from program.
• Liaise with other university entities, including Ampersand Programs, First Year Programs, Pre-med programs, Legal Department.
• Meet with prospective Medicine and Society students and families and act as ambassador for program.
• Assist Director with yearly research funding recipients.
• Design and order all Medicine & Society merchandise.
• Attend Community Council Liaisons committee meetings, liaise with Gephardt Institute and Community Service Office.

Study Abroad Coordinator, Department of Anthropology

• Meet with students interested in studying abroad to navigate program options and determine best fit.
• Decide which courses at various study abroad institutions will count toward Anthropology major/minor.
• Advise student study abroad applicants on approved courses.
• Troubleshoot course enrollment problems before and during abroad semester.
• Write letters of support for students applying to non-traditional programs when necessary.
• Coordinate with Overseas Office on non-traditional program approvals.
• Review transcripts, portfolio, and student experience upon student return to WU.
• Transfer credits to Anthropology from abroad program.
• Assess programs for continued department approval and review new programs.
• Coordinate approval of transfer credits for Anthropology majors and minors.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location

Physical Environment

• Normal office environment

Physical Effort

• Typically working at desk or table
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement
• Ability to move to on and off-campus locations
• Occasional lifting (< 25 lbs)
• Occasional lifting (25 – 50 lbs)

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

CertificationsProfessional Licenses

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or related field.

• University experience.

• Knowledge of University policies and procedures and experience with Workday.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

CertificationsProfessional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Adaptability, Budgeting, Community Organization, Computer Software Applications, Customer Service, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, Educational Institutions, Government Agencies, Interpersonal Communication, Nonprofit Organizations, Oral Communications, Organizational Processes, Organizing, Problem Resolution, Project Coordination, Self Motivation, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

G08-H

Salary Range

$21.17 - $32.85 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.