Study Abroad Assistant

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico's Global Education Office invites applications for a part-time Study Abroad Assistant in Albuquerque. This non-exempt, hourly role supports study abroad advisors by answering questions, coordinating course registrations, and maintaining program information.

You will help market opportunities, assist with orientations and events, and ensure clear communication with students, parents, and staff. Enrolled UNM student preferred; previous study abroad experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a degree-seeking program at UNM and half-time status (6 credit hours) for fall and spring.
• Prior study, living, or work abroad is preferred.
• Proficiency in English and another language.
• Experience in global education.

Responsibilities

• Answer general student questions via email and in person.
• Triage questions from students, parents, and stakeholders to advisors as necessary.
• Market study abroad opportunities through social media, events, and print marketing.
• Help students coordinate the academic side of their study abroad experience including course registration and transfer credits.
• Maintain program information on study abroad website, ViaTRM software system, and social media.
• Co-coordinate program logistics, orientations, events, and recruiting.
• Manage projects as assigned.
• Uphold confidentiality of student records.
• Hold daily office hours as scheduled.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with all colleagues, students, and parents; provide outstanding partner and student support.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Proficiency in English and an addition

Education

Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM

Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters

Satisfactory Academic Progress

Job description

Study Abroad Assistant

12.50 Hourly

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Global Education Office (064A)

Student Employment

Non-Exempt

Position Summary

WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THISPOSITION FROM ALL STUDENTS REGARDLESS OF WORK STUDY AWARD

Please submit cover letter and resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Scope: This position assists study abroad advisorsin overseeing and administering outbound study abroad opportunities. Thisemployee will:

Answer general student questions via email and in person.

• Triage questions from students, parents, and other stakeholders, to advisors as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the EA/GEO team to market study abroad opportunities through social media, events, and print marketing
• Help students coordinate the academic side of their study abroad experience including course registration and transfer credits
• Maintain program information on study abroad website, ViaTRM software system, and social media
• Facilitate applications for independent travelers and study abroad students
• Co-coordinate program logistics, orientations, events, and recruiting
• Manage projects as assigned
• Uphold confidentiality of student records
• Hold daily office hours as scheduled
• Maintain clear and professional communication with all colleagues, students, and parents; provide outstanding partner and
• Student support; and display a collaborative attitude while performing all duties.
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

Enrolled in a degree seekingprogram at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall andspring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meetSatisfactory Academic Progress.

Preferred Qualifications

Previousexperience studying, living, or working abroad

Proficiencyin English and an additional language

Experiencein global education

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisionswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother protected class.