Education Abroad Advisor

Department 310900 - Office of International Education Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama. Preferred Qualifications Experience in an education abroad or international services setting is preferred. Job Description Summary The University of South Alabama’s Office of International Education is seeking to hire an Education Abroad Advisor. Interested candidates should apply to be considered. Essential Functions Advises students on education abroad opportunities and promotes study abroad across campus. Coordinates and conducts student abroad information sessions, presentations and workshops. Maintains affiliate relationships. Acts as a primary source of knowledge about student abroad opportunities on campus. Coordinates study abroad information sessions in the fall and spring. Assists with the marketing and promotion of study abroad to the campus. Assists in the coordination of study abroad fairs, International Education Week, and other cultural programming events which may require working nights and weekends. Assists with the maintenance of departmental website and Terra Dotta program pages. Facilitates credit transfer of student coursework abroad. Coordinates the arrival of incoming exchange students. Assists with completing annual reports as required. Communicates with potential, current, and returned study abroad students, faculty, and staff and represents the division as necessary. Works closely with Admissions and First Year Advising to provide information to new and prospective students about education abroad opportunities. Assists staff at front desk as necessary to ensure consistent customer service. Supports the Assistant Director and other staff as needed. Attends regional and national conference approved by the Director. Regular and prompt attendance. Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required. Related duties as required. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of South Alabama