Anthropology Department - Undergraduate/Master's Program Officer - Hybrid Opportunity
This position has been deemed critical by the School of Humanities and Sciences Dean’s Office and is exempt from the hiring freeze.
Note: Not all unique aspects of the job are covered by this job description
The School of Humanities and Sciences (H&S) is the foundation of a liberal arts education at Stanford. The school encompasses 23 departments and 25 interdisciplinary programs. H&S is home to fundamental and applied research, where free, open, and critical inquiry is pursued across disciplines. As the university’s largest school, H&S serves as the foundation of a Stanford undergraduate education no matter which discipline students pursue as a major. Graduate students work alongside world-renowned faculty to pursue and shape foundational research that leads to breakthroughs and discoveries that shed new light on the past, influence the present, and shape the future. Together, faculty and students in H&S engage in inspirational teaching, learning, and research every day.
Anthropology is the study of human experience, action and imagination in all its breadth and diversity. It is distinct from other social sciences in encompassing both the full span of human history and the full range of human societies and cultures, including those located in historically marginalized areas of the world. As a result, anthropology is especially attuned to questions of social, cultural, and biological diversity and to issues of power, identity, and inequality. Anthropology is comparative and global in its scope and ambition but understands social ties, institutions, moral convictions, cultural frames and beliefs to be situated in specific historical, economic and regional contexts.
We currently have an opening for an Undergraduate/Masters Program Officer to lead and support all aspects of the Anthropology Department’s Undergraduate and Masters Programs. Reporting to the Student Services Manager, the Undergraduate/Masters Program Officer will be the face of the Anthropology Undergraduate/Masters Program and the Medical Humanities Program. The Undergraduate/Masters Program Officer works in collaboration with various department committees with direct oversight on student degree progress, undergraduate program budget for research grants/events (i.e. recruitment, Admit Day, Conferences, Commencement etc.), and advising department leadership on changes in university policies/procedures. The candidate will be responsible for coordinating the production of the Anthropology Undergraduate Journal and program informational materials for social media platforms and recruitment events. They will hire, train, and mentor department UG peer advisors, UG editorial staff and UG student workers.
The Undergraduate/Masters Program Officer is also responsible for the smooth operation of the academic program of the department. Interfaces with central university offices and other departments on all matters related to the curriculum, faculty and student evaluation, and course scheduling. The candidate will work closely with various committees, faculty, and student services staff to consult on course offerings, manage the organization of curriculum (via forms, spreadsheets, course management platform), navigate syllabus/evaluation data repositories, and update the Bulletin/department website to reflect current course offerings.
An ideal candidate is experienced with fostering an inclusive environment, working with students and staff from diverse backgrounds, and incorporates diverse perspectives in their work. The Undergraduate/Masters Program Officer must be able to manage time well, juggle many tasks at once and enjoy liaising with undergraduate and graduate students. We strongly value initiative and integrity as well as a customer service mindset when supporting our students and faculty. Event planning and graphic design experience is a plus. A background in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, Sociology, or other social sciences disciplines is desirable but not essential.
This is a 100% FTE continuing position.
A resume and cover letter describing your qualifications are required to be considered for this position. If you believe that this opportunity is a match for your knowledge, skills and abilities, we encourage you to apply. Thank you for considering this employment opportunity with the Department of Anthropology.
CORE DUTIES*:
* Other duties may also be assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
Basic analysis and problem solving skills.
Customer service skills.
Relevant computer systems/technology experience.
Understanding of financial transactions.
Ability to learn and understand compliance with legal, financial, and university policies and external regulations.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
Frequently sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.
Occasionally stand, walk, twist, use fine manipulation, grasp, use a telephone, write by hand, sort and file paperwork, lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
* Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
The expected pay range for this position is $80,906 to $91,375 per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
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The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classifications and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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