Overview
Study Abroad & Exchange Coordinator Jobs in Fort Myers, USA at University of The Incarnate Word
Position Details
Position Information Position Title Study Abroad & Exchange Coordinator UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Study Abroad & Exchange Coordinator is responsible for advising a large portfolio of programs and offering a full range of student services during all stages of the UIW study abroad process for prospective, outbound, and inbound students. Position also manages study abroad data collection and analysis for the university; oversees the office’s social media strategy; and ensures compliance with all university‑associated policies, rules and regulations.
The Study Abroad & Exchange Coordinator reports to the Director of International Affairs.
The University of the Incarnate Word’s (UIW) Study Abroad Office promotes and encourages transformative learning opportunities that foster academic development, personal growth, and intercultural competence that are vital elements of a quality education in today’s global society.
Benefits
UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full‑time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents.
Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer‑paid Life/AD&D, long‑term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.
Job Duties Advising/Counseling
- Advise prospective students for assigned sister‑school programs through individual meetings, email and phone; assist with choosing appropriate study abroad options based on requirements, course offerings, academic preparation, and familiarity with and interest in the host culture.
- Advise outbound and inbound students regarding study abroad policies to help them prepare for their experiences abroad or at UIW.
- Guide and direct students to the appropriate UIW support offices and administrators to address issues such as accessibility, health and mental health, safety, identity and diversity, financial considerations, academic progress and conduct records.
- Participate in student conduct meetings and appeals panels.
- Respond to questions from parents/guardians and campus partners, as appropriate.
- Provide advising services to enrolled students studying abroad and counsel returnees on reentry issues, campus activities, volunteer opportunities and career options.
Programs/Events
- Develop, plan and arrange programs—meetings, workshops, seminars, trainings, events, study abroad organization visits, information sessions, career fairs, etc.—designed to provide information, promote resources, and build internal and external relationships; note that some events identified above will require local travel.
- Implement a proactive planning approach to establishing future promotional or informational programs by actively identifying key academic deadlines, events, and/or major milestones throughout the year.
- Create a clear and concise task management system required to implement future programs leading to effectively executing the programs.
- Ensure that program/event details including communication, venues, presenters, travel arrangements, materials, refreshments and technology are arranged and completed in an appropriate and timely manner.
- Attend conferences, local or out of state, as requested and funds allow.
Administration
- Communicate with Sister School representatives/counterparts and students regarding the outgoing/incoming exchange student…
Title: Study Abroad & Exchange Coordinator
Company: University of The Incarnate Word
Location: Fort Myers, USA
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