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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

TES3075P

Home Org Name

International Programs

Division Name

Provost and VP Academic Affair

Position Title

Assistant Director, Korea Center (Academic)

Estimated Hours Per Week

30

Anticipated Length of Assignment

12 months

Job Summary

The Assistant Director will support the Korea Center–King Sejong Institute by managing academic programs, co-teaching courses, developing new initiatives, and fostering relationships with students, faculty, and external partners. This role plays a key part in promoting Korean language and culture across campus and the broader community.

Essential Functions

+ **Program Management:** Oversee the Contemporary Korea Certificate Program, including student advising, program promotion, and coordination with academic departments.

+ **Instructional Support:** Co-teach credit-bearing courses such as _IDSC 2000_ and other _INTL_ courses that contribute to the Contemporary Korea Certificate.

+ **Internship Coordination:** Assist students with internship placements and build partnerships with local Korean businesses.

+ **Outreach & Recruitment:** Engage with Alabama high schools to recruit students for Korean language and culture programs.

+ **Program Development:** Contribute to the design and implementation of new initiatives, includingESL classes and Korean cultural training programs.

+ **Staff Supervision:** Provide leadership and oversight to Program Coordinators.

+ **Reporting:** Report directly to the Director of the Korea Center–King Sejong Institute.

Why Work at Auburn?

+ **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

+ **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

+ **We’re Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

+ **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

+ **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

+ Master’s degree in Korean Studies, Education, International Relations, or a related field

+ Experience in curriculum and program development

Desired Qualifications

+ Teaching experience in a higher education setting (preferred)

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

+ Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

$34.00 per hour

Work Hours

7:45 am - 4:45 pm

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

Posting Date

10/07/2025

Closing Date

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56317

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation

2. Other