International Advisor

University of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi, known as Ole Miss, seeks an International Advisor to oversee programmatic, operational, and fiscal management of international community support within the Office of Global Engagement. The role partners with campus offices, faculty, and staff to advance inclusivity and student success.

Key duties include planning international programming, liaising with students from pre-arrival to post-graduation, and coordinating with consulates and on-campus departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Relevant experience or not required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes programming for the international community.
• Communicates with international students and scholars, from pre-arrival to post-graduation.
• Maintains relationships with partners, relevant consulates, and foreign governing bodies.
• Coordinates with various on-campus departments and student service centers to provide holistic international student support.
• The IESO requests a cover letter and resume demonstrating the candidate’s experience and desire to serve the international community at the University of Mississippi.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The University of Mississippi — fondly referred to as Ole Miss — stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member — student, faculty, and staff — can achieve their fullest potential.

Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here!

Department

Office of Global Engagement

Job Summary

The International Advisor oversees the programmatic, operational, and fiscal management of international community support for specific populations of students and scholars and in support of the International Engagement and Success Office (IESO) as a whole, in conjunction with campus partners, faculty and staff, and the manager of the IESO. Attention to detail, fiscal responsibility, enthusiasm, cultural competence, and empathy are necessary skills and competencies for the position.

Job Description

• Plans and executes programming for the international community.
• Communicates with international students and scholars, from pre-arrival to post-graduation.
• Maintains relationships with partners, relevant consulates, and foreign governing bodies.
• Coordinates with various on-campus departments and student service centers to provide holistic international student support.
• The IESO requests a cover letter and resume demonstrating the candidate’s experience and desire to serve the international community at the University of Mississippi.
• The budgeted salary for this position is $45,000 annually.

Job Responsibilities

Substitution Statement: An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience

Relevant experience| No Experience Required| Not Required

Compensation

$42,640.00 - $63,980.80

Interview Requirement

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.