Academic Program Coordinator

Academic Program Coordinator

Responsible for advising students and managing a portfolio of education abroad programs. Duties include designing and promoting programs, participant recruitment, application review and selection, development/execution of pre-departure and re-entry sessions, coordination with domestic and international partners, and associated administrative tasks.

The University's 19 colleges and schools enroll over 53,000 students and rank among the top 10 public universities in the U.S. Texas Global is the university's global engagement arm and a recognized leader in international education, based on the success of the programs we deliver and the number of individuals we support. We serve more than 9,000 international students and scholars, as well as more than 4,600 students on education abroad programs annually.

Your skills will make a difference. You'll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of faculty and staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you're the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you'll like working in our department and for UT Austin.

UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

Required Qualifications

Demonstration in application materials and interview of the following competencies typically acquired through a bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience or a master's degree and one year of relevant experience: Experience developing or managing programs or projects and working well in a team environment. Experience working with college students or similar populations. Exhibit professional demeanor in all activities and interactions, focusing on strong interpersonal/intercultural communication skills. Effective problem-solving skills and quality decision-making; results-oriented; strong organizational abilities; demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities effectively; Strong customer focus, including students, faculty, staff, and external partners; and ability to maintain composure in stressful situations. Knowledge of student health, safety, and security issues in study abroad programs. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Academic degree in higher education/international education or a relevant discipline and experience working in a higher education context. Experience advising and coordinating exchange, affiliated, faculty-led, internships, or experiential programs abroad. Significant experience living, studying, or working abroad. Proven ability to initiate new programs/projects and assess the effectiveness of these activities to meet intended objectives. Proficiency in a foreign language.

Salary Range

$51,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

Work in a shared office environment. Work around standard office conditions. This position is located in Austin, Texas.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest