INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS SPECIALIST

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS SPECIALIST

Posting Number: SRGV6744
Number of Vacancies: 1
Location: Brownsville, Texas
Department: International Programs and Partnerships
FLSA: Exempt

Scope of Job:
To coordinate the day to day activities of assigned international programs such as study abroad, exchange programs, faculty/visiting scholars, international events, or special projects.

Description of Duties:
• Plans, coordinates and administers all phases of assigned international programs, such as study abroad, exchange programs, faculty or visiting scholars.
• Identifies program issues and works with management to resolve them.
• Counsels students in regards to international programs.
• Participates in the planning, coordination and administration of all related aspects of programs, such as orientations and special events.
• Calculates cost for students involved in programs as well as coordinates instructor travel costs.
• Works closely with college deans, department chairs, instructors on developing study abroad courses and exchange programs.
• Collaborates with International Admissions and International Institutions on all aspects of exchange programs and faculty/visiting scholars.
• Informs students of various global education opportunities.
• Assists with marketing and promotion of programs, projects and events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received:
Specific supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given:
May supervise assigned support staff.

Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Education, Business, Social Science or a related field. Related work experience to the duties assigned can be substituted for education on a 2-for-1 basis.

Preferred Education:
N/A

Licenses/Certifications:
None.

Required Experience:
One (1) year work experience in a related field to the duties assigned.

Preferred Experience:
N/A

Equipment:
Use of standard office equipment, personal computer. Skills pertaining specifically to MS word, power point and excel.

Working Conditions:
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Indoor office environment. Some weekend and/or evening activities; Occasional travel is required.

Other:
Access for SEVIS database will require for the incumbent to be a citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States. Must be eligible to be registered with federal agencies to process immigration documents and benefits. Must possess excellent public relations and interpersonal skills as well as ability to explain complex immigration issues in a simple manner and ability to apply immigration regulations to specific individuals. Excellent customer service skills along with excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to multitask with effective time management skills in a fast paced environment.

Physical Capabilities: N/A
Employment Category: Full-Time
Minimum Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date: 05/30/2023
Grant Funded Position: No
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EEO Statement:
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.

Additional Information:
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the Chief Human Resources Officer.

To apply, visit https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/38513 jeid-6c4d2e2b13eff2418b8ee4add96dcfa8