Job Description

The Graduate College is seeking a Fall Residency Coordinator to design, plan, promote and conduct the International Writing Program's programming, specifically the Fall Residency program.

Specific Job Duties and Tasks

• Coordinate and oversee the operational activities of specified programs, including logistics, travel, hosting and orientation.
• Monitor the status of the project.
• Maintain and analyze data on program participants and develop specialized reports.
• Assist in the coordination and preparation of strategic plans in support of future programming for the IWP.
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and recommend new programs and online resources.
• Serve as liaison to participants, specialists, agencies and organizations interested in IWP program participation.
• Counsel and provide information specific to IWP programs.
• Write and edit articles and reports for publication and distribution.
• Coordinate and monitor program to ensure it is in compliance with grant and funding guidelines.
• Evaluate program and analyze data for quality improvement initiatives.
• Supervise activities of participants.
• May provide functional and/or administrative supervision of staff.

Education Requirement

• A Bachelor's degree in Arts Administration, Education, English, Fine Arts or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. A Master's degree is desired.

Required Qualifications

• Related administrative and program experience, typically a minimum of one year, including event coordination, travel and logistics, liaising with constituents and funding organizations, and reporting is required.
• Extensive understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors is required.
• Demonstrated working knowledge and proficiency in computer software applications, including word processing and spreadsheets is required.
• Demonstrated extensive proficiency in the ability to work with variety of individuals and groups in a constructive manner while appreciating the unique contribution of diverse individuals is required.

Desired Qualifications

• Working knowledge of how to craft, construct and submit an effective grant application is desired.
• Demonstrated job-related experience with, and understanding of, diverse genres in Creating Writing is desired.
• Some knowledge of University policies, procedures and regulations is desired.
• Ability to speak a foreign language.

Application Details

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For questions, contact Adrian Cunningham at adrian-cunningham@uiowa.edu

Benefits Highlight

Regular salaried position. Pay level 4A . Located in Iowa City, Iowa.

Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and other generous employer contributions into retirement plans. For more information about Why Iowa? Click here .

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

About University of Iowa

With over 31,000 students, the University of Iowa is one of the nation's top public research universities, a member of the Big Ten conference and the Association of American Universities. The University of Iowa is composed of eleven colleges and is known around the world for its balanced commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities. It is home to one of the nation's largest academic medical centers and the pioneering Iowa Writers' Workshop. The University of Iowa promotes work/life integration and is located in the casual yet cosmopolitan environment of Iowa City, widely recognized as one of the country's most livable communities.

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