HDNR China Program Coordinator

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution seeks a dedicated Research Professional to enhance graduate education programs in collaboration with a university in China. This role involves providing instructional support and program coordination, ensuring a seamless educational experience for students. The successful candidate will thrive in a vibrant academic community, contributing to innovative teaching methods and cross-cultural collaboration. With a focus on work-life balance and a commitment to inclusivity, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of tourism management and natural resource education.

Benefits

Robust benefits package

Collaborative work environment

Focus on work-life balance

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field required.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support for online courses and grading.
• Coordinate with teams for student requests and program support.

Skills

English proficiency

Mandarin proficiency

Cross-cultural communication

Program coordination

Education

Master's degree in tourism management or related field

Tools

Canvas learning platform

Job description

Work Location Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Research Professional Position

Research Professional Position No

Posting Number

Posting Number 202500553AP

Position Type

Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification Title

Classification Title Prof/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week

Work Hours/Week 40

Proposed Annual Salary Range

Proposed Annual Salary Range $60,000 - $71,000

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 05/21/2025

Description of Work Unit

Human Dimensions of Natural Resources ( HDNR ) is one of five academic departments in the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. The other departments are: Ecosystem Science and Sustainability; Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Biology; Forest and Rangeland Stewardship; and Geosciences. General information about the Warner College of Natural Resources and departments can be accessed at www.warnercnr.colostate.edu .

The mission of the Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources is to contribute to the conservation, stewardship and enjoyment of natural and cultural resources and the management of those resources in a way that produces both land health and sustainable human benefits. Our focus is on strengthening the human dimensions of natural resource management and integrating the social sciences with biophysical elements of management. Our efforts are directed locally, nationally and internationally, across landscapes that include, and integrates across, public and private lands and resources.

Position Summary

The successful candidate will provide program coordination and instructional support to a graduate education partnership between the Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources ( HDNR ) at Colorado State University and the Central China Normal University ( CCNU ) in Wuhan, China. The partnership is comprised of the Masters of Tourism Management-China and the Masters of Parks and Protected Area Management-China. The position will involve instructional support (e.g., online course setup, translation and grading), student support, and program coordination. The position will be based in Fort Collins, Colorado at Colorado State University with timing consistent with both CSU and CCNU academic calendars. The successful candidate will be proficient in both English and Mandarin. Remote participation by the successful candidate will be considered.

Required Job Qualifications

The minimum, required qualifications for this position are:

• Master’s degree in tourism management, parks and protected area management, tourism or recreation business and marketing, or a related field.
• English and Mandarin proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension in professional settings.
• Cross-cultural working experiences in higher education directly related to student support and program assistance
• Authorized to work in the US.
• Must have a valid and current driver’s license

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Demonstrated or potential for excellence in working with individuals from both the United States and China in a coordinated effort to support graduate education programs.
• Demonstrated or potential for excellence in supporting graduate level instruction related to natural resource tourism management.
• Demonstrated or potential for excellence in supporting graduate level instruction related to parks and protected area management
• Demonstrated excellent communication and coordination skills in cross-cultural higher education.
• Demonstrated or potential excellence in providing constructive and timely feedback to students’ work.

Job Duty Category

Job Duty Category Instructional support

Duty/Responsibility

• Provide instructional support for online instruction via the Canvas learning platform across the MTM -China and MPPAM -China programs as necessary, including online course setup, preparation, translation, grading, and maintaining up-to-date course materials
• Coordinate with lecturers/instructors (including guest speakers) to ensure the delivery of engagement classes.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 60

Job Duty Category

Job Duty Category Program coordination and student support

Duty/Responsibility

• Work with both CSU and CCNU teams to handle day-to-day student requests, questions, and other issues, ensuring successful program learning outcomes.
• Coordinate with CSU Online, CSU Registrar office, CSU Graduate School, and CSU Office of International Programs and provide program support from student admission to graduation.
• Maintain and manage alumni relationships.
• Organize and coordinate additional student experiences, such as collaborative activities with other HDNR programs, field trips in China and in the US, international conferences, and graduation ceremonies.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 40

Special Instructions to Applicants

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of Employment

Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License

Search Contact

Search Contact Lina Xiong, [e-mail]

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested 3

Maximum Requested 3

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