Study Abroad Advisor II
Summary
This position serves as a team leader and acts as a mentor to other study abroad advisors, while advising and supporting UF students, faculty, and staff on all aspects of study abroad. The role requires subject-matter expertise for a robust portfolio of study abroad programs in an assigned region or academic discipline as well as independent management of an assigned special project or initiative.
Examples of Work
Job functions are specific duties that would be included in the essential functions of the job description. These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed.
- Advises students and provides comprehensive support on topics such as, academic fit, credit transfer, costs, financial aid, visa requirements and benefits of study abroad.
- Administers the application process for assigned portfolio and coordinates with UF faculty, international partners and program providers about program specifics logistical arrangements.
- Serves as a liaison between the UF International Center and program providers/partner institutions in the U.S. and overseas.
- Ensures compliance with program, University, and international rules and regulations relating to international education and travel and responds accordingly to inquiries from students, parents, faculty and others regarding program policies.
- Participates in outreach events such as freshman preview, study abroad fairs, info sessions, scholarship workshops, and pre-departure orientations to educate students and others on program details and logistics and to market programs and recruit participants.
- Oversees the development, implementation, and management of strategic projects and initiatives based on interest-level and departmental need, such as the UFIC Study Abroad Scholarship process, new technology integration, cross-campus collaborations, and advisor-led programming.
- Assists in training new employees on advising methods, departmental operations, and job duties and processes.
- Keeps current in education abroad standards and participates in professional development opportunities affiliated with study abroad, such as international site visits and international education conferences.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related professional experience.
Experience living or studying abroad.
Licensure and Certification
N/A
Supervision
N/A
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