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Date: 20 Nov 2008
From:karnes at middlebury.edu
Subject:Middlebury Arabic School Coordinator Job

Arabic School Coordinator, Middlebury College Language Schools
This is a year-round position. Please note that summer residence will  
not be inMiddlebury, Vermont but will instead be in Oakland, California.

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The Arabic School Coordinator administers operations of the Arabic  
School during the academic year and assists the School Director in the  
running of the Arabic School during the summer. Position location  
September through May is Middlebury, VT. Location during summer months  
isMills College in Oakland, CA. He/she evaluates and makes admissions  
decisions on new and returning student applications. As a member of  
the Language Schools management team, theArabic School Coordinator  
takes part in participatory management process. He/she works with all  
members of the team to create an efficient and harmonious work  
environment. Maintains flexibility and willingness to contribute to  
the resolution of problems.
Responsibilities
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Works cooperatively with others and accepts direction from supervisors.
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Reviews, evaluates and selects admissions candidates, conferring when  
necessary with School Director or Vice President.
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Selects named scholarship recipients in accordance with scholarship  
guidelines.
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Maintains academic files, database, and documentation of all students  
and applicants.
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Prepares weekly statistical report.
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Recruits for and markets the Arabic School, including some travel.
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Edits and assists with production of Language School publications.
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Contributes to the writing of grant proposals.
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Maintains all contact (written, telephone, email, office visits) with  
prospective and continuing students as well as faculty.
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Assists with budget administration.
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Trains, coordinates and supervises year-round student workers and  
summer bilingual assistants.
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Advises School Director on College and Language School policies and  
guidelines.
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Facilitates orientation of new Directors and Faculty to the College  
and community.
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Assists in planning and organizing LS staff meetings, training, and  
development opportunities.
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Responsible for the smooth running of the Arabic School summer  
sessions at Mills College.
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Organizes and plans Arabic School events with Director.
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Coordinates all logistical and administrative arrangements for summer  
session, including classroom assignments, catering, lectures,  
performances, foreign book orders, technology needs, etc.
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Assigns student and faculty housing.
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Establishes and oversees process for requesting room changes.
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Facilitates ADA matters for students and faculty.
Required Skills
Education & Training

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Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
Experience

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3-5 years administrative experience required. Travel/residence abroad  
preferred.
Knowledge

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Computer literacy, familiarity with Microsoft Office (IBM/Mac).
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Web page, e-mail, file sharing, and SCT Banner knowledge helpful.
Other

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Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
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Ability to relate to people from other cultures.
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Excellent writing skills.
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Must be able to handle student and faculty matters with discretion,  
and confidentiality where required.
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Ability to use language of the Arabic School.
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Ability to learn multiple computer systems/programs.
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Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions; to work  
independently without ongoing supervision; and to prioritize essential  
tasks.
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Some evening and weekend work required.
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Must sit for long periods of time each day.
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Must be able to reside in California during the summer months.
Job Location
Language Schools, VT, US.
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Hiring Range
$12.83 w/Mills stipnd

Elizabeth Karnes Keefe
Assistant Dean
Middlebury College Language Schools
Sunderland Hall – 356 College Street
Middlebury VT  05753
(802) 443-5685  karnes at middlebury.edu

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