Study Abroad Advisor
R00035614
Poughkeepsie, NY
Department
International Programs
Job Family
Administrator
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Job Description
Position Summary
Vassar College is seeking a full-time, entry- level Study Abroad
Advisor, reporting to the Associate Director in the Office of
International Programs (OIP). Joining an experienced, creative and
inclusive team, the Study Abroad Advisor collaborates with
on-campus and off-campus stakeholders to administer the education
abroad application and enrollment processes, support students
during all phases of study abroad, and promote the College's
commitment to access, inclusion and belonging. The Advisor will
support the College's global engagement, a key aspect of Vassar's
liberal arts education. The core function of OIP is to steward
student participation in education abroad.
Nearly 50% of Vassar students study abroad for a full semester or
an academic year prior to graduation; additional students
participate in short-term programs associated with on-campus
classes or special programs. The OIP partners with faculty to
administer Vassar-only programs in London and Clifden, and
consortial programs in Berlin, Bologna, Paris, and Madrid. OIP also
manages Vassar's exchange partnerships with institutions in Paris,
Beijing, Tokyo, Exeter, Toulouse, and Singapore. In addition to
Vassar programs, the office manages a list of approximately 130
other approved programs that students may access. OIP also supports
a number of other global partnerships and initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Provide in-depth study abroad advising to students with an
understanding of Vassar
degree plans and Vassar's student learning goals for study abroad
participants.
- Learn and maintain detailed knowledge of the Office of
International Programs' portfolio of study abroad programs and
partnerships, specifically Vassar-approved programs.
- Lead advising on study abroad scholarships.
- Regularly lead programming, spanning from study abroad
promotion to re-entry.
- Support the Associate Director with application
management.
- Assist the Associate Director with general and program-specific
communications to students; manage e-newsletters for students in
the pre-departure and while abroad phases.
- Assist the Associate Director with the program evaluation
collection and analysis process.
- Maintain relationships with institutional and program provider
representatives for effective day to day communications related to
application, enrollment, and advising processes.
- Participate in international education conferences and program
site-visits as necessary.
- Regularly engage in the field of international education to
stay up to date on innovative study abroad engagement and advising
practices.
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Intercultural training, cross cultural experience, and/or
experience living abroad
- Demonstrated motivation to enhance inclusion in education
abroad or other settings
- Ability to advise students from diverse backgrounds on
experiences of transition, adjustment, and navigation of a new
environment
- Ability to work proactively and independently, while also
collaboratively as part of a team while managing a wide variety of
tasks and priorities
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
skills
- Strong attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving
skills
- Capacity to manage a high volume of detailed information with
frequent interruptions
- Demonstrated ability to diplomatically communicate and
collaborate with diverse stakeholders
- Proficiency in Google suite
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally to
participate in conferences and conduct program site visits.
- Ability to periodically flex hours for evening or weekend
programming.
- Ability to interact effectively with a diverse community.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Experience working in higher education, international
education, or a related field.
- Experience with Canva, social media platforms, and familiarity
with study abroad data and application management systems (such as
Terra Dotta)
Compensation
The compensation for this position is $62,353.20 - $70,000 per
year.
When extending an offer, Vassar College considers factors such as
(but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position,
candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills,
internal peer equity, budget, and other market and organizational
considerations. The starting salary range represents the College's
good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting.
Special instruction to applicants:
To complete your application, you will be required to attach your
resume and cover letter.
If you are excited about this role but you feel unsure that your
experience aligns perfectly, please still consider applying. We
encourage you to think broadly about your background and skills as
you may have experience outside of the requirements that add value
to your candidacy.
To apply, visit https://vassar.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Vassar-External/job/Poughkeepsie-NY/Study-Abroad-Advisor_R00035614?jobFamilyGroup=71e2c39500161003e7c4fa7b8078820e&jobFamilyGroup=71e2c39500161003e7c4fed539988210&jobFamilyGroup=71e2c39500161003e7c506cf57a48214.
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