Coordinator, Education Coordinator, Education

Department 01641 – University Asia Campus Job Summary

The University of Utah Asia Campus Industry Foundation (UIF) is seeking a highly organized and service-oriented Continuing Education Program Coordinator to support the development, administration, and operation of its Continuing Education programs in South Korea. The position supports professional, lifelong learning, corporate, public-sector, and community education initiatives. The Program Coordinator works closely with the Director of Continuing Education to coordinate courses and programs, communicate with instructors and participants, support external partnerships, and manage day-to-day administrative functions. This position reports to the Director of Continuing Education at UIF.

Responsibilities

Program Development & Operations Support

• Support the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of Continuing Education programs, including professional development, lifelong learning, corporate training, and public-sector education.
• Coordinate course schedules, instructors, classrooms, instructional materials, registration, certificates, and overall program logistics.
• Support instructor recruitment, onboarding, communication, and course preparation.
• Manage participant inquiries, enrollment, attendance, program records, and completion requirements.

Partnerships, Outreach & Communications Support

• Support the development and delivery of customized education and training programs for corporations, government agencies, and public-sector organizations.
• Assist with external outreach and relationship-building with corporate partners, government agencies, educational institutions, and community organizations.
• Support meetings, presentations, special lectures, events, and other partnership activities.
• Assist with website content, brochures, presentations, email communications, and other marketing and promotional materials.
• Provide Korean-English communication, translation, and interpretation support as needed.

Administration, Finance & Operations Support

• Support day-to-day administrative operations of the Continuing Education unit, including program documentation and record management.
• Assist with budget tracking, purchasing, payment requests, reimbursements, invoices, and vendor coordination.
• Coordinate with University departments, including Finance, Marketing, IT, Facilities, and other administrative units.
• Support compliance with University policies and applicable Korean regulations related to continuing and lifelong education programs.
• Assist with program data, participant feedback, and other information needed for program evaluation and continuous improvement.
• This position may require occasional evening and weekend work depending on program schedules and events.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Director of Continuing Education.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, business administration, public administration, communications, international studies, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and directly related professional experience.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects, programs, or administrative functions simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Professional working proficiency in both Korean and English (written and spoken)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Preferences

• Priority will be given to:Certified as a Level 2 or higher Lifelong Educator by the National Institute for Lifelong Education (NILE) under the Ministry of Education in Korea.
• Experience in continuing education, lifelong learning, higher education, corporate training, professional education, or educational program administration.
• Experience coordinating educational programs, courses, workshops, training programs, or events.
• Experience working with corporations, government agencies, public institutions, educational institutions, or other external partners.
• Strong professional communication skills in both Korean and English.
• Experience with program administration, registration, budgeting, purchasing, invoices, vendor coordination, or related administrative processes.
• Experience supporting marketing, outreach, website content, promotional materials, or program communications.
• Experience working in an international, multicultural, or U.S. higher education environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, take initiative, solve problems independently, and work effectively in a developing program environment.

Additional Information

U Asia Campus is part of a multi-university campus in New Songdo City, Incheon, South Korea. The city has a well-established transportation network, including Incheon International Airport, which allows easy travel to international destinations, as well as a convenient subway to Seoul within an hour. U Asia Campus is recognized as a top global education hub in Northeast Asia and around the world, with access to the University of Utah’s diverse faculty, staff, and creative academic culture at the Asia Campus. U Asia Campus hosts several undergraduate programs, including Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Games, Communication, Film and Media Arts, Accounting, Information Systems, Psychology, and Urban Ecology. All non-language courses are conducted in English.

The most recent expansion to the U Asia Campus creates a unique faculty and student experience for multidisciplinary collaboration, technical leadership, teamwork, and creative excellence. As an international intellectual community, U Asia Campus welcomes outstanding global faculty who encourage diversity, openness, and creative learning and contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to the learning and research environment. Opportunities are available to collaborate with faculty at the main campus in Salt Lake City and utilize the University of Utah’s resources. The position offers growth opportunities for promotion through academic ranks.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and a list of three references (sought after the initial screening). Individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, disability, age, or other personal characteristics. Questions about the position may be directed to Human Resources at the Utah Asia Campus (UAC) at [email protected].

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Additional information:

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The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

Director/ Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)

383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

801-581-8365

[email protected]

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To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected] or call +82-32-626-6123(6197).

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