AST DIR, International Programs

AST DIR, Academic Support Svcs

Collaborates with the Director and Associate Directors of the International Programs in recruiting and advising students who wish to participate in study abroad programs.
Study abroad advising
   – Meets with students during half-hour appointments to discuss study abroad options
   – Assists students with application procedures for sponsored and exchange programs
   – Conducts and support pre-departure orientations as assigned
Recruitment
   – Supports and attends recruiting events to promote International Programs (Study abroad fair, Bus Bash)
   – Attends student organization meetings to promote study abroad
   – Develops print and online marketing materials
   – Oversees social media marketing
   – Schedules and holds study abroad information sessions in conjunction with student ambassadors

   – Collaborates with UFIC advisors to oversee marketing of HSB programs and manage applications
Collaborates with the Director and Associate Directors in the administration of international programs
    – Development
              •  Participates in the evaluation of the programs
              •  Provides recommendations to enhance the format and execution of the programs
              •  Conducts international site visits and program reviews

              •  Exports and analyzes Warrington Welcome survey (GEB 2015) results to identify trends
   

–  Administration
              •  Helps prepare pre-departure guides and other instructional materials for students

              •  Assesses and updates equivalency database to ensure it is current

              •  Reviews exchange programs curriculum and regularly locates new equivalencies

              •  Regularly reviews all IP websites for accuracy and makes updates when needed

              •  Monitors and conducts weekly audits of applicants

              •  Develops systematic communication to students about their application status and missing items

              •  Assists the Associate Directors in the management of sponsored and exchange programs

              •  Registers outgoing study abroad students for courses and makes advising notes

              •  Processes transcripts and adjusts degree audits

              •  Creates International Programs Canvas shells and updates checklist

    – Prepares timely reports/spreadsheets for distribution to the Director, UFIC and international partners
                • Coordinates schedules and calendars for International Programs
                • Assists as reviewer for Warrington and International Center scholarships

                • Volunteers in review committees for international scholarships

                • Assists with collecting, exporting, and formatting program evaluation data
Manages International Programs Student Ambassadors (IPSAs)
   –  Leads and supports the International Program Student Ambassadors (IPSAs), a student organization of

      approximately 45 students. IPSAs have all studied abroad and are trained to assist students

      on study abroad preparation.
                • Supervises the IPSA application and recruitment process
                • Conducts thorough training to ensure continued development of program knowledge and peer

                  advising strategies

               • Schedules and attends regular meetings for planning and professional development

               • Helps IPSA’s develop promotional events and projects

               • Liaises with HSB IP staff and IPSA leadership to target key areas for IPSA participation
               • Provides mentoring and personal/professional advice to IPSA members
               • Develops events and retreats for IPSAs to encourage team-building, enhance public speaking

                  skills and communication among the members
               • Identifies areas of growth for program and strategies for achievement
               • Evaluates and provides feedback to individual IPSA members
Collaborates with other units to promote internationalism
                 • Teaches GEB 2015 – Intro to Business Welcome Summer B and/or Fall semesters

                 • Schedules all the study abroad presentations and panels for the GEB 2015 sections

$55,000 – $63,000

Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience.

•  Master’s or bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization
•  Two years of full-time experience in study abroad programming, higher ed, and/or international business
•  Previous experience leading a student organization and developing student leaders
•  Previous experience managing a study abroad/academic program
• Thorough knowledge of academic and administrative policies and procedures
• Knowledge to facilitate the IP process and help students evaluate the experience
• Accountability:  Proficiency Level 2: Working

• Collaboration:  Proficiency Level 3:  Extensive Experience
• Communication:  Proficiency Level 3:  Extensive Experience
• Emotional Intelligence:  Proficiency Level 1:  Basic Understanding
• Execution:  Proficiency Level 2:  Working Experience
• Humility:  Proficiency Level 3:  Extensive Experience
• Integrity:  Proficiency Level 3:  Extensive Experience
• Problem Solving:  Proficiency Level 2:  Working experience
• Resolve:  Proficiency Level 3:  Extensive Experience
• Transparency:  Proficiency Level 3:  Extensive Experience
• Ability to holistically advise and assist students in their academic and study abroad planning
• Ability to articulate and present the academic, professional, and personal benefits of an international experience to undergraduate students

• Uses Terra Dotta, the software used by the International Center and other international partners
• Uses Campus Solutions (COMPASS), UF’s systems for registration and academic advisement
• Uses Microsoft Office
• Uses varied social media platforms for promotion
• Uses video editing software

In order to be considered, you must upload the following three items:

1. Cover letter

2. Resume

3. Minimum of three references with contact information

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.