Education Abroad Advisor
- Employer
- Binghamton University, SUNY
- Location
- Binghamton, New York
- Salary
- Salary: $55,151
- Closing date
- Sep 15, 2024
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- Specialty
- Global Affairs & Engagement, Global Education, Partnerships & Outreach
- Knowledge Communities
- Education Abroad
- Position Type
- Adviser / Advisor
- Hours
- Full-time
- Employment Type
- Permanent
- Organization Type
- College / University
Job Details
The Office of International Education and Global Initiatives (IEGI) administers Binghamton University's international exchange and education abroad programs.
The Education Abroad Advisor provides professional-level administrative, technical, and programmatic support to the functions assigned to the IEGI. The designated responsibilities are to be performed with attention to accuracy, clear and courteous communication with IEGI partners, and the efficiency required in a public university environment. Energetic enthusiasm is important for the promotional and outreach functions of this position. The applicant must maintain excellent working relationships with faculty, education abroad directors and advisors, counterparts in other institutions in the U.S. and abroad, Binghamton University campus offices, and with students and parents. The Education Abroad Advisor needs to exercise high levels of diplomacy, patience, cooperation, collegial communication, and, on occasion, the ability to be calmly firm. The Education Abroad Advisor reports to the Associate Director of International Education and Global Initiatives.
Duties Include:
Coordination of Binghamton University education abroad programs:
- Coordinate all program logistics by working collaboratively and professionally with colleagues in the IEGI, International Education and Global Affairs (IEGA), partner institutions, host organizations, faculty members, and other campus constituents as needed.
- Work diligently to solve challenges as they arise to ensure program success.
- Oversee the education abroad program cycle, which includes recruiting and advising potential participants, guiding interested students through the application process, editing program materials in Terra Dotta, selecting program participants, developing on-site arrangements, researching program logistics, maintaining the program emergency response plan, and conducting pre-departure orientations for each program within the assigned portfolio.
- Actively assess programs and share recommendations with the Associate Director of International Education and Global Initiatives to strengthen all programs, with particular focus on those in the assigned portfolio. (The portfolio of programs will depend on the unique background the individual brings to the position).
- Work as a collaborative team member with other IEGI colleagues by providing support for advising, presenting, scholarship implementation, marketing, Ambassador mentorship, campus outreach, and front desk coverage as needed.
- Conduct site visits to review programs, gather up-to-date information about program partners and the local environment in which students study and live, as recommended by the Assistant Provost for International Education and Global Affairs.
General education abroad advising:
- Provide general advising to Binghamton University students and non-Binghamton University students via drop-in advising hours, advising appointments, through Zoom, and via front desk coverage, including some evening and weekend events, as assigned.
- Advise students at Binghamton University Education Abroad Fairs, assigned SUNY fairs, campus-wide presentations, and collaborative events. Organize, implement, and assess general information programs and topical information sessions.
- Learn and consistently apply knowledge of Binghamton University, other-SUNY, and non-SUNY education abroad programs and the policies that govern study abroad participation at Binghamton University.
- Stay up to date with best practices in advising for the specific portfolio set, as well as for education abroad advising in general.?
Campus outreach:
- Partner with campus colleagues to reach and support prospective, current, and previous education abroad participants.
- Create, implement, and assess collaborative programs, represent the IEGI as needed on campus-wide committees, and serve on education abroad scholarship committees as needed.
- Represent IEGI at campus and community events and presentations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree
- Valid driver's license to operate a vehicle in NYS
- Experience studying abroad at the undergraduate level
- Effective problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to take appropriate initiative
- Evidence of strong organizational abilities and the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a high volume, fast paced environment
- Excellent written skills and proven attention to details
- Ability to be diplomatic, composed, and proactive in varied interactions
- Excellent cross-cultural communication skills with documented experience with public speaking and delivering presentations
- Excellent professional demeanor
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Commitment to high quality and efficient customer service to students, faculty, staff, and external partners
- Ability to use and understand education abroad program management software
- Candidate must be flexible, creative, energetic, well-organized, and task-oriented
- Availability to work some evenings and weekends
- Availability for occasional international travel
Preferred:
- Master's degree
- At least two years of professional, uninterrupted experience working in higher education
- Experience studying abroad in a non-traditional education abroad location (Traditional education abroad host-countries include: Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom)
- Multi-lingual
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
About Binghamton University:
Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.
Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.
Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.
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