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Administrative Coordinator (International Studies, African American Studies, and African Studies)

College of Charleston: Human Resources

Administrative Coordinator (International Studies, African American Studies, and African Studies)

Posting Details

POSTING INFORMATION

Internal Title

Administrative Coordinator (International Studies, African American Studies, and African Studies)

Position Type

Classified

Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration

Non-Faculty

Pay Band

GEN07

Level

Department

Department of International Studies

Job Purpose

Independently coordinates and performs the daily administrative operations of the International Studies major and minor, the African American Studies major and minor, and the African Studies minor. Supports full-time faculty members and possible adjuncts in International Studies and African American Studies. Assists students in major and minor declarations. The division of work hours would be roughly 65% in International Studies, 32% in African American Studies, and 3% in African Studies.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and experience in an administrative support position are required. Working experience in higher education and communications is preferred. Knowledge of a foreign language and international study or work experience preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of principles and practices of academic regulations, rules, policies and procedures. Experience in administrative office management. Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of faculty, students, and staff. Knowledge of ADA compliance standards and experience assisting faculty, staff, and students with accessibility needs and accommodations to support an inclusive and accessible environment. Knowledge of and ability to help develop and manage student intern and study abroad experiences. Knowledge, skill, and experience with technology, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Banner, Adobe Acrobat, Canva webpage maintenance, social media scheduling, and publications and printing development. Knowledge of basic design principles and best practices for social media marketing, including audience engagement, branding consistency, content creation, and digital communications strategies. Knowledge and experience in creating, monitoring, and tracking budgets and expenditures. Ability to help prepare annual program reports, planning documents, and program communications. Ability to assist with faculty and student programming, such as assisting with course scheduling and student registration, and assisting with student advising. Ability to assist with program planning and student recruiting. Ability to supervise student employees. Ability to promote programs through multiple media channels. Maintains the programs’ websites on the internet and intranet.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

May be required to work some evenings and weekends on special events.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

Salary

*$39,300 - $47,000

Posting Date

06/18/2026

Closing Date

07/02/2026

Benefits

Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
Life Insurance
Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
Retirement
Long Term Disability
Paid Holidays
Free CARTA Bus Service
Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Full Benefits Package – Click Here

Open Until Filled

Posting Number

2026097

EEO Statement

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/18139

Job Duties

Activity

Program Administration: Coordinates and performs administrative duties for the department chair of International Studies, program director of African American Studies, and director of African Studies, respectively. Maintains and monitors program budgets for supplies, equipment, grants, and research funds. Provides monthly budget status reports to program directors. Processes adjunct faculty contracts and requests for additional pay. Coordinates meetings. Schedules faculty travel. Manages and monitors class scheduling and enrollments. Assists in scheduling courses. Interacts with other units regarding course scheduling and assessments. Coordinates, compiles, and manages program data for various needs. Assists with the data collection, analysis, writing, and editing of annual reports. Responsible for hiring, training, and supervising student employees. Assists in the planning, scheduling, and implementation of program events, including but not limited to, booking venues, ordering catered meals, arranging honoraria payments and travel for guest speakers, developing and distributing advertising and programmatic materials, and documenting the event. Maintains an active online presence for the programs through management of the websites, blogs, and various social media sites (i.e., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn). Develops and maintains links with department and program alumni through ongoing communication. Creates program newsletters highlighting the achievements of faculty and students in the program.

Essential or Marginal

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Percent of Time

Activity

Academic Services: Serves as the first point of contact for students majoring and minoring in International Studies, African American Studies, and African Studies. Assists students with course registrations, such as time conflicts, course overload requests, course overrides, independent study, and internships. Compiles lists for Honor Roll (per semester), Departmental Honors, and Outstanding Student awards (per academic year). Assists prospective students in major and minor declarations. Prepares and distributes informational materials for the major and minor programs. Assists the faculty on an as-needed basis in ordering office supplies and furniture; completing paperwork (scanning/faxing/copying) and submitting forms; planning events; and planning travel. Coordinates logistics and schedules for faculty searches and overseas academic visitors. Maintains complete faculty records for all personnel directly supported by the programs (this includes updated CVs, contracts, add pays, travel forms, student registration forms, and more).

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

Activity

Student Internship, Study Abroad, and Extracurricular Opportunities: Serves as a contact person for students, faculty, and organizations regarding experiential learning and study abroad opportunities. Develops and maintains the internship and job section on the websites. Assists students’ searches for internships. Promotes College of Charleston study abroad programs. Records and tracks INTL majors’ study/internship abroad experiences. Provides administrative support to faculty leading study abroad programs. Works with student organizations, including Sigma Iota Rho, the Honor Society for International Studies.

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Percent of Time