Description

University of Hawai‘i, Kapi‘olani Community College, Honda International Center is seeking applications for the Honda International Center Global Engagement Coordinator. This is a re-advertisement and the prior advertisement was posted from November 8, 2023, to November 26, 2023. Please see the information about the position, the duties and responsibilities, the minimum and desirable qualifications, and the job application attachments below:

Title : Educational Specialist, Senior (Honda International Center Global Engagement Coordinator)

Position Number: 0097054

Hiring Unit : Chancellor's Office, Honda International Center

Location: Kapi‘olani Community College

Date Posted: January 30, 2024

Closing Date: February 29, 2024, 11:59 PM HST

Salary: salary schedules and placement information

Band: B

Temporary/Permanent: Permanent

Funding: General Funds

Introduction:

The Honda International Center Global Engagement Coordinator is responsible for developing and directing global engagement activities of the College, including coordinating with the UH systemwide internationalization efforts and UHCC International Education Council; recruitment of international students; developing experiential learning opportunities for global awareness for students, staff, and faculty; assistance for immigration services inbound and outbound; comply with federal and state laws, regulations and reporting requirements, and implement sound practices for both the system and campus levels. This position reports to the Chancellor and coordinates with stakeholders from other campuses within the UH System.

Duties and Responsibilities:

(NOTE: ** denotes Essential Functions)

• **Leads the campus Honda International Center initiatives that increase the global connectedness and stature of Kapi?olani Community College across organizational, national and cultural boundaries.

• **Establishes and maintaining relationships with potential donors for global engagement programs

• **Oversees and leads the staff that manages student transitional services of the Honda International Center which includes but is not limited to, housing resources, transcript translation and evaluation, SEVIS, and Homeland Security advising for International students.

• **Coordinates immigration services for students, provision of experiential learning opportunities at national and international levels, and assisting with the development and review of international collaborations in teaching, academic engagement, and student exchanges.

• **Serves as advisor to the Chancellor on related matters and represents the College on systemwide international committees.

• **Serves as liaison with the UH Community College International Education Council

• **Develops policies and procedures necessary for development of international programs, comply with federal and state laws, regulations and reporting requirements, and implement sound practices for both the system and campus levels.

• **Leads the integration and infusion of global perspective and engagement throughout the College in teaching, research and service initiatives, partnering with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) building intercultural competence, endeavors, and on multi-disciplinary and innovative approaches.

• **Leads the development of campus-wide strategies and appropriate policy for global engagement and internationalization.

• **Provides central expertise and strategic support on international matters.

• **Collaborates with the Executive Leadership Team on cultivating research, professional development, and experiential learning abroad for students, faculty, and staff.

• Builds and nurtures new relationships and networking mechanisms with alumni and other constituencies (including international groups).

• **Facilitates the collaboration and communication with student immigration services to oversee the review and appropriate support for petition, certification and/or visa matters for students.

• Facilitates and coordinates campus-wide training and education on international matters.

• Manages the overall marketing plans for increasing the number of degree-seeking non-immigrant and immigrant students at the College.

• Manages and maintains the international student enrollment management system.

• **Keeps abreast of rules and regulations, policies and procedures governing immigration.

• **Develops innovative strategies to secure external funding to support and enhance the study abroad programs and sustain international programs.

• **Ensures that study abroad programs align with the College’s academic programs goals and initiatives.

• Measures the enrollment and recruitment data to determine the cost effectiveness and overall efficiency of current recruitment strategies of International students.

• Other duties as assigned

1. Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Education, International Studies, Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, or related fields and three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for planning, coordinating and managing global programs including national or international initiatives and programs, or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.

2. Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of managing global programs including national or international initiatives and programs as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies.

3. Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with national and international partnerships.

4. Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.

5. Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.

6. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.

7. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software

such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and other commonly used software.

1. Demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.

2. Ability to travel nationally and internationally to represent the College, and University Hawai?i Community Colleges, in all areas of global engagement

3. Demonstrated leadership experience in managing/directing international program(s) at the university, national, and/or international level

1. Master’s degree in Education, International Studies, Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, or related fields

2. Knowledge of applicable University of Hawai‘i policies and procedures is preferable

3. Evidence of commitment to Kapi‘olani Community College’s vision of positioning itself as a model indigenous serving institution whose graduates strengthen the social, economic, and sustainable advancement of Hawai‘i and the world.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED (Read the"To Apply" section carefully)

To Apply:

Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents. In addition to the Application, applicants must attach the following:

1. Cover letter ;

2. Resume ;

3. The names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references ; and

4. Official graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position ( copies of official transcripts are acceptable ; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.) Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. The expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.

• Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted

• Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted

Incomplete applications will NOT be accepted.

NOTE:

• The application will be incomplete if materials are unreadable, illegible, password protected, missing, or corrupted; therefore, late or incomplete applications will not be considered. All requested documents/information become the property of Kapi‘olani Community College and will not be returned.

• Please do not include any self-identifying photos and redact any references to confidential information on submitted documents (social security number, date of birth, etc.).

• Applications lacking copies of transcripts will be reviewed based on work experience equivalency to meet minimum qualifications (MQs). All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date.

• If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account.

Inquires: Kapi‘olani Community College, kapcchr@hawaii.edu, 808-734-9573

EEO/AA, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, domestic or sexual violence victim status, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran. For more information or inquiries regarding these policies, please refer to the following link: http://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/eeo-coordinators/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

In accordance with Article 10 of Unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.

Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination of requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link:

www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/

Kapi'olani Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, national origin, or disability in its programs and activities. For more information or inquiries regarding these policies, contact Section 504 Coordinator, (808) 734-9575, 4303 Diamond Head Road, 'Ilima 209, Honolulu, HI 96816; Title IX Coordinator, (808) 734-9542, 4303 Diamond Head Road, 'Iliahi 116