Education Abroad Advisor I

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Alabama’s Office of International Education seeks an Education Abroad Advisor I to guide and support students pursuing study abroad opportunities.

You will coordinate information sessions, maintain affiliate relationships, and assist with credit transfers while collaborating with Admissions and First Year Advising to inform new and prospective students about education abroad options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama.
• Experience in an education abroad or international services setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Advises students on education abroad opportunities and promotes study abroad across campus.
• Coordinates and conducts student abroad information sessions, presentations and workshops.
• Maintains affiliate relationships.
• Acts as a primary source of knowledge about student abroad opportunities on campus.
• Coordinates study abroad information sessions in the fall and spring.
• Assists with the marketing and promotion of study abroad to the campus.
• Assists in the coordination of study abroad fairs, International Education Week, and other cultural programming events which may require working nights and weekends.
• Assists with the maintenance of departmental website and Terra Dotta program pages.
• Facilitates credit transfer of student coursework abroad.
• Coordinates the arrival of incoming exchange students.
• Assists with completing annual reports as required.
• Communicates with potential, current, and returned study abroad students, faculty, and staff and represents the division as necessary.
• Works closely with Admissions and First Year Advising to provide information to new and prospective students about education abroad opportunities.
• Assists staff at front desk as necessary to ensure consistent customer service.
• Supports the Assistant Director and other staff as needed.
• Attends regional and national conference approved by the Director.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

Skills

Student advising

Public speaking

Event coordination

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Terra Dotta

Job description

Education Abroad Advisor I - 007795 and 005331

Position Title Education Abroad Advisor I - 007795 and 005331

Division

Division Academic Affairs

Department

Department 310900 - Office of International Education

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in an education abroad or international services setting is preferred.

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama’s Office of International Education is seeking to hire an Education Abroad Advisor.

Essential Functions

These are the job duties required of the position. Essential Functions

• Advises students on education abroad opportunities and promotes study abroad across campus.
• Coordinates and conducts student abroad information sessions, presentations and workshops.
• Maintains affiliate relationships.
• Acts as a primary source of knowledge about student abroad opportunities on campus.
• Coordinates study abroad information sessions in the fall and spring.
• Assists with the marketing and promotion of study abroad to the campus.
• Assists in the coordination of study abroad fairs, International Education Week, and other cultural programming events which may require working nights and weekends.
• Assists with the maintenance of departmental website and Terra Dotta program pages.
• Facilitates credit transfer of student coursework abroad.
• Coordinates the arrival of incoming exchange students.
• Assists with completing annual reports as required.
• Communicates with potential, current, and returned study abroad students, faculty, and staff and represents the division as necessary.
• Works closely with Admissions and First Year Advising to provide information to new and prospective students about education abroad opportunities.
• Assists staff at front desk as necessary to ensure consistent customer service.
• Supports the Assistant Director and other staff as needed.
• Attends regional and national conference approved by the Director.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 07/15/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Working Days

Working Days Monday - Friday

Working Hours

Working Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Job Location

Job Location Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time

Full-time or Part-Time Full Time

Regular or Temporary

Regular or Temporary Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you at least 18 years of age?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individualsfor staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
  • Yes
  • No
• * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
  • Less than High School
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
• * How many years of related experience do you have?
  • Less than 1 year
  • Between 1 - 3 years
  • Between 3 - 5 years
  • Between 5 - 7 years
  • More than 7 years
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • USA website
  • LinkedIn
  • Zip Recruiter
  • Indeed
  • HigherEd Jobs
  • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
  • Facebook
  • Word of mouth
  • Other

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

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