Study Abroad Coordinator

The Coordinator of Study Abroad provides professional support services to assigned portfolio units and their designated program directors to assist in the development and implementation of study, internship, experiential and research programs abroad for undergraduate and graduate students outside of the 50 United States.

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Leads study abroad advising for a portfolio of programs. Student advising includes brochure and application development, marketing support, student and parent support, and application, insurance, enrollment, billing processing.

Liaises with relevant academic units and program directors. May assist with program development as needed.

Leads and conducts one or two initiatives including pre-departure orientation, scholarships, re-entry initiatives and supporting the Study Abroad team on the other initiatives.

Serves as an on-call emergency responder, in a team rotation. This includes communication during crises with students, parents, faculty, Campus Safety, Risk Management, international emergency case managers and other counterparts at abroad destinations. Occasionally requires evening and weekend hours and may require the ability to travel domestically and/or internationally.

May assist as needed with data collection, reporting, and evaluation including insurance, information technology, and other designated reports.

Represents Auburn University and its study abroad programs throughout campus and professional organizations and associations. Includes representation at regional, national, and international conferences and site visits.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
Level I: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with no experience.

Level II: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution plus 2 years of experience coordinating projects and advising students. Experience in either studying, living, or working aboard.

Level III: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution plus 4 years of experience coordinating projects and advising students. Experience in either studying, living, or working aboard.

Substitution allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Masters degree desired.

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