Study Abroad Advisor

Brandeis University; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandeis University seeks a Study Abroad Advisor in the Office of Study Abroad to guide students choosing off-campus study options for Brandeis degree credits and to manage processes for affiliate partner programs abroad.

The role includes advising on program selection, transfer credit, applications, and financial resources, plus supporting students before, during, and after study abroad. Supervises 10–14 ambassadors and maintains social media and events.

Qualifications

• BA/BS required; MA/MS preferred.
• 3-5 years of relevant job experience is required.
• Knowledge of a second language; familiarity with higher education in other countries.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Terra Dotta, Workday, and design platforms desirable.

Responsibilities

• Advise students about appropriate off-campus study programs from a portfolio of more than 200 approved programs in 50 countries; conduct in-person or virtual advising appointments and information sessions.
• Support students through applications, financial resources, credit transfer, Brandeis policies, health and safety, cultural adjustment, and other academic and non-academic issues before, during, and after study abroad.
• Oversee deadlines and requirements for semester and summer affiliate programs including course evaluations and application management.
• Manage the Study Abroad Office social media, design and present sessions with other offices and departments, and organize large events to promote study abroad.
• Supervise 10-14 Study Abroad Ambassadors with weekly/bi-weekly meetings and support, helping them meet office priorities.

Job description

Brandeis University is looking to hire a Study Abroad Advisor in the office of Study Abroad. The Study Abroad Advisor provides comprehensive guidance to students exploring off-campus study options for Brandeis degree credit and manages key processes for those participating in affiliate partner programs abroad. The Study Abroad Advisor advises students on program selection, transfer credit, application processes, and provides financial resources. Beyond program selection, they are key in continuing to support students preparing for abroad, identifying needs and resources for students while studying abroad, and supporting students during their time abroad and upon return to campus. They supervise 10-14 student employees through the Study Abroad Ambassador program. The Advisor maintains parts of the office's social media and marketing presence and assists with large scale office events.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for advising students about appropriate programs of off-campus study for Brandeis degree credit during the academic year and summer from a portfolio of more than 200 approved programs in 50 different countries. Completes in-person or virtual advising appointments with students and general information sessions. Approximate time spent: 30%
• Supports students beyond initial program selection through application support, financial resources, credit transfer, Brandeis policies, health and safety, cultural adjustment, and other academic and non-academic issues both prior to, and while studying abroad. Responds to student health and safety, or other needs, while abroad. Helps students navigate re-adjustment from abroad, returning to campus, and credit transfer. Approximate time spent: 25%
• Oversees the implementation of all deadlines and requirements for students studying on semester and summer affiliate programs including course evaluations, application assistance, and application management and tracking. Approximate time spent: 15%%
• Manages social media presence for the Office of Study Abroad. Designs, develops, and attends sessions with other offices, student groups, and academic departments to promote study abroad opportunities. Organizes larger scale events (ex. I Love Study Abroad Week.) Approximate time spent: 15%
• Manages the Study Abroad Ambassador program. Supervises 10-14 student employees as a cohort of Study Abroad Ambassadors. Hosts weekly or bi-weekly meetings, provides advising support, helps plan events, and helps Ambassadors meet the goals and priorities of the Office of Study Abroad and the university. Approximate time spent: 15%

The salary range for the position is $60.9-$65.5K

Job Requirements

• B.A./B.S. Required; M.A./M.S. Preferred
• 3-5 years of relevant job experience is required.
• Knowledge of a second language, familiarity with higher education in other countries and experience living/studying, or working in one ormore foreign countries.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Terra Dotta, Workday, and design platforms is desirable.

Pay Range Disclosure: The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.

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