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Global Engagement Specialist

The Ohio State University
Enarson Classroom Building (0072), United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Nov 2025
💰 $54,000/yr($42,000/yr$54,000/yr)

About the role

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Job Title:

Global Engagement Specialist

Department:

International Affairs | International Students and Scholars

The Global Engagement Specialist supports international student success and fosters cross-cultural engagement through student leadership development, orientation programming, and student events. The Global Engagement Specialist assists with New International Student Orientation planning and implementation, which includes large-scale event planning and close partnership with other campus units. The Specialist coordinates Global Engagement student leadership programs, supervising and mentoring student leaders, and attending leadership program events on a weekly basis, including after hours. The Specialist will also plan and implement programs and events open to all students, with a focus on intercultural exchange. The Specialist will assist with fiscal procurement for programs, including submission of documentation into Workday in a timely manner, and accurate processing of requisitions and spend authorizations. The specialist will also perform other duties as assigned to support Global Engagement (i.e. promotion of activities, supply management, collaboration with campus partners and student organizations, obtaining quotes for goods and services, and other administrative support for Global Engagement programs, including the inbound exchange program).

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

2 years of relevant experience required.

Required Qualifications:

2 years of experience in higher education, and/or working with international students

Strong communication skills

Willingness to show patience and empathy towards students navigating stressful situations

Familiarity with Microsoft applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)

Desired Qualifications:

2-4 years of relevant experience

Experience working with international students or individuals

Experience with student support in higher education

Experience with student leadership development

Experience with event planning

Experience communicating with non-native English speakers

Proficiency in a language or languages other than English

Experience with systems used at Ohio State, such as Workday and Qualtrics

Experience with budget management in the workplace

Additional Information:

Applicants are required to submit both a cover letter and a resume to be considered for this opportunity.

The Targeted Hiring Range for this position is $21.35 - $27.25.  The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.

Function: Academic Administration

Subfunction: International Programs

Band: Specialized

Level: 2

Location:

Enarson Classroom Building (0072)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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