Coordinator, International Student Services - 006260

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Alabama’s Office of International Admissions is seeking a Coordinator, International Student Services. The role focuses on planning international events, coordinating arrival logistics, and delivering effective orientation programs for new international students on the Mobile campus.

Responsibilities include leading orientation activities, collaborating with campus partners, and supporting students through the application process and adjustment to campus life.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and two years of related professional experience.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Experience as an intern, ambassador or student worker in an international program is preferred.
• Experience in using social media applications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees planning and execution of international-related activities and events.
• Organizes arrival and pickup of all new international students each semester.
• Coordinates international new student orientation and pre-arrival Canvas course development.
• Develops orientation schedules and communicates with campus departments.
• Recruits, trains and supervises Student Orientation Leaders.

Skills

Intercultural communication

Event planning

Student advising

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number 006260

Position Title Coordinator, International Student Services - 006260

Division Academic Affairs

Department 311500 - Office of International Admissions

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and two years of related professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

A master’s degree is preferred. Experience working as an intern, ambassador or student worker in an international program is preferred. Experience in the use of social media applications is preferred.

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama’s Office of International Admissions is seeking to hire a Coordinator, International Student Services. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

• Oversees the planning and execution of international-related activities and events.


• Oversees and organizes the arrival and pick up of all new international students every semester.


• Coordinates international new student orientation for the university as a whole each semester and develops/updates pre-arrival course in Canvas in addition to on-campus orientation.


• Develops international orientation schedules and communicates with all involved departments and offices on campus.


• Recruits, trains and supervises Student Orientation Leaders to assist new international students during university orientations.


• Assists prospective international students with the application process for the university as needed.


• Refers students to appropriate academic advisors in their chosen field of study.


• Organizes events throughout the year to assist international students in understanding American culture as well as introducing the cultures of international students to the university at large.


• Maintains an international activities calendar and effectively communicates the events/activities to appropriate constituents.


• Assists and counsels international students with problems they may encounter and refers them to the appropriate services and resources, both on campus and in the community.


• Assists in maintenance of Global USA Social Media.


• Maintains membership with professional organizations.


• Engages in training and activities to develop further professional expertise.


• Regular and prompt attendance.


• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.


• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

• Number of Vacancies 1


• Position End Date (if temporary)


• Job Open Date 08/04/2026


• Job Close Date


• Open Until Filled Yes


• Special Instructions to Applicants


• Working Days Monday - Friday


• Working Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.


• Job Location Main Campus


• Full-time or Part-Time Full Time


• Regular or Temporary Regular