Study Abroad Advisor

Job Summary

The Study Abroad Office is housed within the Office of Global Engagement and is home to an enthusiastic team committed to providing global engagement experiences at home and abroad. This individual advises students on opportunities for international study and provides guidance for students on navigating institutional and academic policy and requirements. This position supports the institutional goal of developing a globally aware, diverse institutional community.

Job Description

Advises students about international study opportunities.
Counsels students and support systems on cultural adjustments, policies and procedures.
Identifies and refers students to appropriate institutional resources and follows-up on referrals.
Provides guidance and reviews documentation for registration and academic credit transfer requirements according to policies and procedures for international travel and study.
Identifies, plans, and delivers international education programming.

Job Responsibilities

• Advises students about international study opportunities.
• Counsels students and support systems on cultural adjustments, policies and procedures.
• Identifies and refers students to appropriate institutional resources and follows-up on referrals.
• Provides guidance and reviews documentation for registration and academic credit transfer requirements according to policies and procedures for international travel and study.
• Identifies, plans, and delivers international education programming.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience

• Relevant experience | No Experience Required | Not Required

Compensation

$42,640.00 - $63,980.80

Interview Requirement

Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.