Study Abroad Advisor/Program Coordinator

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in liberal arts or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Reasonable (minimum of 1 year) office or administration experience.

Competencies Required:

• Demonstrates a Working proficiency level in the following competencies:
  • Ability to work with students in an advisor and/or instructor role including knowledge of course arrangement and academic planning.
  • Ability to provide academic counseling to assist students.
  • Interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through appropriate and diplomatic communication methods and behaviors.
  • Managing multiple concurrent objectives, meetings, projects, groups, or activities, demonstrating the ability to prioritize and allocate time effectively. 
  • Carrying out ongoing office administration tasks effectively and efficiently in support of individuals, teams, and/or units including proficient organizational, clerical, and time management skills.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office software applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the role of study abroad advising in higher education.
• Shows an understanding of the undergraduate student experience at either a 2 or 4-year institution.
• Experience and engagement in intercultural and international education settings, including academic, extracurricular, or professional contexts.
  
  

Desirable Qualifications:

• 1 – 3 years’ experience working in a university study abroad office.
• International experience studying and/or working abroad.
• Experience in student or academic advising.
• Familiarity with the Standards of Good Practice set forth by The Forum on Education Abroad.
• Familiarity of international travel regulations, health, safety, and visa processes and considerations.
• Experience at a large public or private university, especially related to student administration.
• Demonstrates a WORKING proficiency level in:
  • Filemaker Pro and/or study abroad management software.

To Apply:

To be eligible for consideration, applicants must upload BOTH of the following and mark them each as a “Relevant File” to the job submission:

• a current resume
• a cover letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the process. 

Work Modality: This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.

Compensation: $50,000 – $60,000 with Competitive Benefits

Reach out to Tracey Pritchard to learn more about benefits, compensation practices, and career development opportunities.

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