Study Abroad Advisor

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Missouri-Columbia invites applications for a Study Abroad Advisor within MU International Programs. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Study Abroad, this role supports student-centered advising, recruitment, and logistical tasks to expand transformative global learning experiences for MU students.

You will deliver individual and group advising, coordinate events, collaborate with academic departments, and help manage budgets, visa guidance, and orientations while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience advising students and coordinating programs preferred
• Ability to work with diverse student populations and partners

Responsibilities

• Advise on MU-approved study abroad programs in assigned regions.
• Provide individual and group advising on academics, finances, safety, and cultural adaptation.
• Develop budgets for study abroad programs and coordinate admissions processes.
• Recruit study abroad participants and accelerate application completion.
• Conduct information sessions, orientations, and post-program debriefings.

Skills

Student recruitment

Advising

Event coordination

Budget development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description

MU International Programs seeks a student-centered, collaborative, and highly energetic professional to serve as Study Abroad Advisor.

Hiring Department

MU International Programs

Job Description

MU International Programs seeks a student-centered, collaborative, and highly energetic professional to serve as Study Abroad Advisor. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Study Abroad, the Study Abroad Advisor is a key member of the study abroad team and will play an active role in our mission, “to provide transformative global learning experiences for MU students.” This is an exciting time to join the Mizzou Study Abroad team. You can learn about our study abroad vision, mission, and values here: https://international.missouri.edu/studyabroad/about/vision-mission-and-values/ This position offers great opportunities for professional development in the rewarding field of international education.

This student-facing role will contribute to student service areas including:

• Student recruitment
• Holistic student support and advising
• Programming and outreach for in person and virtual events

Study Abroad Advising & Recruitment Duties

• Work closely with Study Abroad enrollment management team to actively recruit study abroad participants and accelerate their application completion.
• Advise about assigned MU-approved study abroad programs in assigned regional locations.
• Work with assigned academic departments to identify and promote specific study abroad opportunities for students in these majors. Provide initial study abroad advising for students in their assigned majors.
• Provide individual and group advising for students about academic and personal goals, program selection, the application process, policies and procedures, finances, cultural adaptation and health and safety issues.
• Develop budgets for assigned MU study abroad programs. Coordinates admissions process for all assigned study abroad programs.
• Advise students about regulations for obtaining a student visa and assist students with obtaining necessary official documentation, as needed.
• Conduct information sessions, orientations and post-program debriefings.
• Work cooperatively with faculty and other administrative offices/units on campus.
• Represent MU to U.S. and overseas colleagues for assigned MU study abroad programs.
• Provide administrative support to Study Abroad Coordinators for faculty-led programs.
• All other duties as assigned.

Shift

8 am - 5 pm, M-F

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 hourly

Grade: GGS-7

University Title: Student Support Specialist II

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

Cover letter and resume

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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