Senior Study Abroad Advisor

College of the Holy Cross; United States; Sur place; USD 61 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The College of the Holy Cross is seeking a Study Abroad Advisor to provide advanced student advising, program administration, and management for an assigned portfolio of study abroad programs, including Maymester. This role leads the Student Global Ambassador program and collaborates with students, faculty, and international partners.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and strong experience in study abroad or international education, with excellent communication and project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Higher Education, International Education, or related field preferred.
• Experience in study abroad advising, program administration, or international education.
• High level of interest in experiential and global learning.
• Effective project management skills and ability to multi-task with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and oral communication with diverse audiences.
• Flexibility, dependability, and a calm, professional demeanor.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and mentor peers.
• Competence with Microsoft Office, Google Apps, and study abroad management software/databases.
• Ability and willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events/outreach.

Responsabilités

• Manage an assigned portfolio of study abroad programs.
• Advise and support students through all phases of study abroad; from selection to return.
• Maintain knowledge of programs, locations, partners, and academic requirements.
• Review applications and supporting documentation; coordinate program administration and records.
• Handle complex advising cases and refer to leadership as needed.
• Maintain communications with students, faculty, providers, and international partners.
• Coordinate Maymester recruitment, applications, enrollment, faculty coordination, and partner communication.
• Oversee Maymester pre-departure housing, travel, payments, and logistics.
• Lead orientations, outreach, and office projects; represent the office at events.

Connaissances

Study abroad advising

Program administration

Student support

Communication with diverse audiences

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Outils

MS Office

Google Apps

Study abroad management software

Description du poste

At Holy Cross, we are focused on creating a world-class workforce by attracting and retaining employees dedicated to fostering a culture of professionalism, pride, mutual trust, and respect—one that values appreciation and recognition, empowering each of us to flourish both individually and collectively. We seek candidates who are inspired by our mission and values, and who are eager to make a meaningful difference on our campus. Learn more about Life at Holy Cross here. Reporting to the Director of Study Abroad, the Study Abroad Advisor provides advanced student advising, program administration, and management for an assigned portfolio of study abroad programs, including Maymester programs. Additionally, the position serves as a lead for the Student Global Ambassador program.

Job Description

Study Abroad Program Advising and Administration

• Manages an assigned portfolio of study abroad programs.
• Advises and supports students through all phases of study abroad, including program selection, eligibility, applications, pre-departure preparation, participation, and return.
• Maintains specialized knowledge of assigned programs, locations, international partners, and academic requirements.
• Reviews student applications and supporting documentation; coordinates routine program administration and maintains accurate records.
• Handles complex advising cases.
• Maintains working relationships and ongoing communications with students, faculty, program providers, and international partners.
• Maintains ongoing communications with the broader campus community, including managing rosters, deadlines, and program updates.
• Refers highly complex student or program issues to the Director or Associate Director as needed.

Maymester Program Management and Development Leads

• Maymester recruitment, communications, information sessions, and campus outreach for designated programs.
• Manages Maymester applications, enrollment, faculty coordination, partner communication, and program logistics.
• Coordinates Maymester pre-departure requirements, housing, travel, payments, and related administrative processes in collaboration with appropriate staff.

Outreach and Special Projects

• Supports, plans, and leads orientations, information sessions, recruitment events, and general campus outreach.
• Manages and oversees the Student Global Ambassador program.
• Leads assigned office projects and process-improvement initiatives.
• Represents the Office of Study Abroad at admissions, orientation, and campus-wide events, including occasional evening and weekend commitments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s degree in Higher Education, International Education, or related field preferred).
• Demonstrated experience in study abroad advising, program administration, or international education.
• High level of interest in experiential and global learning.
• Effective project management skills and proven ability to multi-task, solve problems, and complete projects with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with a variety of audiences (faculty, students, staff, and international partners).
• Flexibility, dependability, and a calm, professional demeanor in changing circumstances.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and provide functional peer guidance/mentorship.
• Competence with Microsoft Office, Google Apps, and specialized study abroad management software/databases.
• Ability and willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed for events and outreach.

The salary range for this position is $60,900-$64,400 commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Weekly Hours: 40 Annual Work Schedule: 12 month

Additional Information

To review our generous benefits options, please review our detailed information here or check out our Benefits at a Glance. The College also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the hiring process in compliance with law. Please contact Human Resources for questions or to request an accommodation via email at [e-mail], or by calling 508-793-3391. The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts laws concerning Equal Opportunity in the workplace. The College does not provide immigration sponsorship for staff positions. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. Founded in 1843 in Worcester, Massachusetts, the College of the Holy Cross is among the nation's leading liberal arts institutions. A highly selective, four-year, exclusively undergraduate college of 3,200 students, Holy Cross is renowned for offering a rigorous, personalized education in the Jesuit, Catholic tradition. Holy Cross highly values the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work at The College is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members, students, faculty and staff. The College's commitment to diversity is an important feature of the Holy Cross education. Informed by the presence of diverse interpretations of the human experience, Holy Cross is building a community marked by freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support our values of justice and inclusiveness and encourage all to apply. For the third year in a row, Holy Cross is honored to be a WorkWell winner and a Top 100 Healthiest Employer in America! Learn more about life at Holy Cross on our LinkedIn Life page or view our website to explore our generous benefit offerings.