Education Abroad Advisor

Position Title Education Abroad Advisor Position Number 087531 Department International Edu & Development - 215000 Description of University
Appalachian State University, in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors. 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
• A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively
• Some evening and weekend hours will be required for this position

License/Certification Required Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. The primary responsibility of the Education Abroad Advisor is advising students and management of the full application life cycle (recruitment, application, while abroad, returnee) of outgoing App State students which includes exchanges, affiliates, and faculty-led programs. This position will also provide support to the Assistant Director with incoming international exchange students.
   Specific duties include but are not limited to:
   advising 120+ students/semester; application management and support; reviewing 70+ applications/semester; credit approval support; insurance registration; pre-departure orientation and returnee workshops; transcript processing; course registration; liaising with academic departments and other campus service offices; and communicating with our 60+ international partners.
   
   
2. The secondary responsibility is to work with the Director and Assistant Director 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 family) 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 such as Open House and New Student Orientation; creating marketing materials; and assisting in Curriculum Integration projects.|
   
   
3. The third responsibility is to supervise the cohort of 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.
   
   
4. This position will also be responsible for other duties as assigned that align with the OIED mission and the university's strategic plans.

Suggested Salary Range $35,568 - $43,000 Physical Demands of Position 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 AA/EEO Statement
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Important Contacts:

Director of Human Resources/ EEO Officer
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187

Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144

ADA /504 Coordinator & Office of Disability Resources Director
Office of Disability Resources
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056 Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.

We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.

We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community. Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/34701 Posting Number 201500976P