What are the responsibilities and job description for the Education Abroad Advisor position at Appalachian State University?
Posting Details
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Location
Boone, NC
Faculty Rank
No
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Position Number
087531
Department
Office of International Programs - 215000
Position Summary Information
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Two years of experience working in international education or an office environment
- Strong computer skills
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Experience working with students and other stakeholders
- An understanding of student confidentiality issues and academic protocol
- Attention to detail and the organizational ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively
- Some evening and weekend hours will be required for this position
License/Certification Required
Preferred Qualifications
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Office of International Programs (OIP) is responsible for spearheading the global engagement efforts at App State. Through the curriculum, co-curricular and extracurricular activities, relationships with scholars and students from around the world, education abroad programs, grants, and scholarships for collaborative research abroad, and numerous cross-cultural programs, App State creates opportunities for students to understand the world and be active participants in it. App State has committed to engage students in diverse experiences at home and abroad to increase their knowledge of global issues, regions, and cultures; improve their intercultural skills, and develop attitudes that cultivate global citizenship. The Education Abroad unit within this office is responsible for facilitating education abroad experiences for Appalachian students.
The primary responsibilities of the Education Abroad Advisor is advising students and managing the full life cycle of outbound student exchange, affiliate and internship programs including recruitment, application, experience abroad and re-entry for App State students. This position will also provide support to incoming international exchange students in collaboration with the Associate Director of Education Abroad for Exchange and Affiliate Programs.
The Education Abroad Advisor will work with the Associate Director of Education Abroad for Exchange and Affiliate Programs on on-campus outreach efforts. The outreach responsibilities require not only interpersonal skills but also an understanding of how the campus community (students, faculty, administrators, and families) consumes information. This position will work closely with the Education Abroad team to create an outreach plan for the various constituents and will be instrumental in carrying out the plan. This plan will include attending info sessions; classroom visits; sharing information with advisors across campus; attending campus events; creating marketing materials; and assisting in curriculum integration projects
The Education Abroad Advisor will supervise Education Abroad Peer Advisors. These student workers, sponsored by their study abroad affiliate program, work in the office to market and promote education abroad opportunities. The Education Abroad Advisor is responsible for supervising this cohort of students, providing professional development opportunities and supporting their professional growth.
This position will also be responsible for other duties as assigned that align with the OIP mission and the university’s strategic plans.
Type of Position
Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty
Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type
1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
Mon-Fri, 8 00-5 00 pm, with some evening and weekend hours as needed.
Number of Hours Per Week
40
Number of Months Per Year
12
Mandatory Staff
No
Suggested Salary Range
$40,000 - $50,000
Physical Demands of Position
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Posting Details Information
Posting Date
03/06/2025
Closing Date
03/26/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Evaluation of Applications Begins
03/27/2025
Proposed Date of Hire
04/21/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach required documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
Provide a minimum of 3 professional references in the application or attach a List of References with Contact Information
Cover Letter
Resume
Provide a minimum of 3 professional references in the application or attach a List of References with Contact Information
Search Chair Name
Kalin Bradley
Search Chair Email
bradleykp@appstate.edu
Quick Link
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/50032
Posting Number
201501601P
Salary : $40,000 - $50,000
