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University of Minnesota - 15th Ave

Associate Director of COIL

University of Minnesota - 15th Ave, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400


University of Minnesota - 15th Ave Associate Director of COIL Minneapolis, Minnesota

Apply for Job Job ID 365671 Location Twin Cities Job Family Education-General Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular Job Code 9745S1 Employee Class Acad Prof and Admin About the Job The Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) Initiatives team is part of the Office of Curriculum Internationalization of the Global Programs and Strategy Alliance at the University of Minnesota (UMN). The Associate Director of COIL Initiatives provides leadership and technical and managerial support for multiple curricular, administrative, and auxiliary programs. This position works under general supervision of the Director of COIL Initiatives, but has the discretion to make daily operational decisions, recommend capital and process improvements, and initiate new programs and partnerships. As a critical member of the leadership team, the Associate Director works with the Director to foster equitable and productive international partnerships and to implement, manage, develop, coordinate, and integrate COIL and virtual exchange across undergraduate, graduate, staff, and faculty programs for all five UMN system campuses and external audiences. The Associate Director works with the Director, faculty, institutional leadership, and international partners to design, implement, and sustain high-impact COIL programming, while assessing and maintaining alignment with institutional goals and global engagement priorities. The Associate Director position requires a high degree of technical expertise in the design and use of digital education, communication, collaboration, and data management technologies for international and multilingual knowledge exchange and production. The position demands strong linguistic, organizational, intercultural communication, computational, instructional design, media creation, and critical thinking skills, with the ability to work with diverse groups and stakeholders to solve complex problems. The Associate Director is responsible for processes related to workflow management and collaborates with others to bring about integrative solutions that sustain effective COIL programming. Responsibilities: Program Development and Administration (30%):

Support and contribute to leadership in the development, coordination, and administration of the University of Minnesota COIL programs, including revenue-generating initiatives, while assessing and maintaining alignment with institutional goals and global engagement priorities. Analyze trends in international online collaboration and COIL methodologies to modify program offerings and improve processes and effectiveness. Identify new opportunities for COIL growth within the University and through revenue-generating programs. Collaborate with faculty, staff, and international partners to develop innovative program offerings. Proactively work to reduce institutional barriers that hinder faculty and student participation in COIL programs. Develop and implement efficient, effective workflow policies and procedures in collaboration with the Director, members of the Office of Curriculum Internationalization, and other relevant units. Work with the assistant director to assist with managing relationships and negotiations with external partners, administer service agreements, liaise with other university departments, and contribute to supervision of work provided by external consultants. Coordinate enrollment and participation processes for COIL programs, ensuring accuracy and timely communication for all stakeholders. Provide expert consultation to University of Minnesota faculty, staff, and external audiences to ensure effective integration of COIL into curricula. Leverage data management and communication tools to track program performance, store data securely, and ensure compliance with international, federal, state, and institutional standards. Faculty and Staff Support and Training (30%):

Provide instructional design and technical support for all OIL initiatives and to the Office of Curriculum Internationalization, as needed. Provide Spanish translation and interpretation support for all COIL programming and the Office of Curriculum Internationalization, as needed. Provide direct support and coaching to faculty participating in COIL initiatives, in English and Spanish, including guidance with course design, cross-cultural communication and collaboration strategies, and the use of digital information and communication technologies for international, multilingual knowledge exchange and production. Consult with and guide staff supporting COIL initiatives, in English and Spanish, including methods for recruiting, matching, and training COIL faculty; initiating and sustaining COIL partnerships; interdisciplinary collaboration; and integrating COIL into the institution's strategic plan. Facilitate experiential workshops in English and Spanish for faculty on diverse approaches to COIL design and facilitation. Collaborate with University of Minnesota academic units to address faculty and staff concerns and challenges. Manage and coordinate participant feedback, evaluation, and continuous improvement processes for COIL initiatives. Provide help resolving issues related to faculty effectiveness, student participation, partnership equity, and program implementation. Promotion and Engagement (25%):

Collaborate with faculty, international partners, and institutional leadership to develop and implement strategies to enhance visibility and participation in COIL programming. Develop and implement recruitment strategies to engage a wide range of faculty and students in COIL programs across the undergraduate and graduate curriculum with all five University of Minnesota System campuses and external audiences. Collaborate with communications teams to develop promotional materials for web, social media, print, and other platforms to highlight COIL programs. Utilize technology platforms for marketing, outreach, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring that digital tools are maximized for global collaboration and communication. Attend and represent COIL initiatives at relevant conferences, workshops, and professional development events, building partnerships and promoting program growth. Professional Development and Service (15%):

Participate in conferences, symposia, workshops and other opportunities to maintain up-to-date knowledge of the COIL, virtual exchange, global education, and online learning fields, and the professional development related to these fields. Serve on institutional committees related to COIL, global education, and international partnerships, as appropriate. Promote, support, and contribute to institutional internationalization efforts. Share best practices for COIL implementation with other institutions and professional associations, leveraging technology to facilitate knowledge exchange and production. Qualifications Required Qualifications:

BA/BS in educational technology, information technology management, instructional design, or a related field and 3 or more years of related professional experience or a Master's degree in educational technology,... The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:

http://diversity.umn.edu .

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