Global Student Experiences Specialist

Global Student Experiences Specialist

Job no: 493007

Work type: FT

Location: West Des Moines

Categories: Staff

At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences. DMU is seeking a Global Student Experiences Specialist, who is responsible for the direction and support of student experiences including volunteer efforts for students under the direction of the Director of Student Affairs and global health education opportunities under the direction of the Director of Global Health. The position manages global student experiences through the development and implementation of programs in collaboration with university administrators, community, and international partners.

What you'll do:

• Provide overall direction and direct support as well as recruit students for community medicine and public health volunteer opportunities and assigned community service programs of the University including volunteer recruitment, event coordination, and recognition programs.
• Lead implementation of student activities in the community. Provide clubs and organizations with volunteer and community medicine opportunities as they are available.
• Manage online application software Terra Dotta and content, build, track and update students on travel program processes and timelines.
• Manage Global Health Pulse page, external webpage updates, and Global Health Inbox.
• Program tracking; international rotations, virtual rotations, spring and summer break programs via Excel, and management of surveys, survey data, and documentation for all programs.
• Serve as proxy in the absence of the Director, represent DMU at events, on call for emergencies, etc.
• Student engagement: advise Global Health Student Club, manage Anthology and ongoing student communication and program marketing, coordinate on-campus student programming.
• Manage departmental catering and transportation requests and other duties as needed.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three years of relevant work experience required. In lieu, a master's degree and two years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in volunteer recruitment and event planning.
• Experience in Education Abroad or another area of International Education in higher education.
• Demonstrated excellent problem-solving, strategic planning, and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to support events outside of regular business hours, including evenings and occasional weekends as needed.
• Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record, and be willing to drive university vehicles as needed.
• Must have a valid passport or be willing to obtain one.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed (typically 1-2 trips per year), including conferences and short-term site visits with students and faculty.

*To see the full job description go to Position Description at the bottom of this posting.

Total Rewards:

For this position, we anticipate a starting salary in the upper $60,000's. However, the final offered salary will be commensurate with the qualifications and experiences of the selected candidate.

Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well! Our Total Rewards reflect this commitment. Qualified faculty and staff enjoy a generous employer contribution towards the medical plan, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding, and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle. Visit to learn more about our benefits.


DMU is proud to offer employees generous benefits and perks, paid time off, free use of wellness facilities, and a host of employee engagement and recognition programs throughout the year.

About:

Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges- College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, and College of Health Sciences - offering eleven graduate degree programs.

Our mission is to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals.

It is an exciting time to join DMU. In 2023, we relocated our primary academic and operational offices to a new 88-acre campus in West Des Moines, Iowa, while maintaining an active clinic on our former campus. This state-of-the-art campus includes technology-rich, flexible education spaces that support innovative teaching methods and connect faculty and students across all of our programs. Our new research facilities include a vibrant and spacious open laboratory, designed to foster collaboration and innovation.

DMU enhances our community's quality of life by educating outstanding health professionals and leaders; providing expert, compassionate patient care; serving the community in diverse ways; and stimulating the central Iowa community.

At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences by supporting a diverse community of faculty and staff with programs and services across the employee lifecycle.

Required Documents:

Resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references required at time of online submission. Apply at

Department: Enrollment Management and Student Affairs

Status: Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM CST, Occasional Nights and Weekends for Events as Needed

Pay Rate: Upper $60,000's, commensurate with qualifications and experience

Advertised: 15 May 2026 Central Daylight Time

Applications close:


Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App