Study Abroad Advisor

The Study Abroad Advisor manages a designated portfolio of semester and summer programs and advises LMU students throughout the entire Study Abroad process offering guidance and support from the time a student begins an application to the students successful return to campus after the programs conclusion. This position works directly with LMU faculty members partner institutions and relevant LMU offices to ensure the success of the programs in the portfolio and the students experiences on those programs. The position is responsible for maintaining complete student records ensuring compliance with all LMU policies and processes.

Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities

1. Advise students through the entire program application process. Offer guidance for program selection identifying programs in accordance with students academic career and personal goals. Share and clarify campus resources for academic and financial planning. For each assigned program act as the main point of contact for questions and concerns from students their family members and other constituents. (35%)

2. Ensure compliance with LMU policies and procedures for all applications to programs in the Study Abroad Advisors personal portfolio. Process and review completed applications (including reading and scoring application essays) and make recommendations for acceptance according to office protocols. Work directly with faculty members to confirm application approval process for programs. (15%)

3. Advise accepted students prior to their departure. Provide site-specific details including: flight and arrival information course selection and registration immigration requirements and processes pertinent health and safety information. Resolve concerns along the way. (15%)

4. Provide personal support for students during their experiences abroad and surrounding their re-entry to LMU troubleshooting any credit transfer issues as necessary and providing resources for continued support and opportunities on campus. (10%)

5. Maintain accurate online program brochures for each assigned program working with faculty and partner institutions as necessary to make edits from year to year for summer and semester programs. Ensure that each assigned programs application includes all necessary forms and procedures prior to each application cycle. (5%)

6. Represent the Study Abroad Office at University programs e.g. open house orientation family weekend preview day meetings of professional groups etc. (5%)

7. Maintain knowledge of current trends resources and standards of good practice for professional management of Study Abroad programs. Attend relevant professional conferences as recommended. (5%)

8. Perform other duties as assigned or requested. (10%)

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission vision and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional responsible accountable and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications

• Bachelors degree. Masters degree preferred. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge skills and abilities needed and to stay current on regulation/policy changes.

• Minimum 3 years of related experience. Some experience studying working teaching traveling and/or volunteering abroad. Some experience counseling teaching or working with students preferably in a college setting.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the various aspects of international travel (cultural considerations immigration procedures world geography currency politics foreign language proficiency etc.).

• Exemplary communication skills (both written and oral). Experience giving group presentations.

• Ability to work effectively with faculty members students and other administrators from diverse backgrounds.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential communications and documents.

• Demonstrated computer competency and familiarity with database systems

Work Schedule

This position is student-facing in-person role.

Cover Letter

For full consideration submit a cover letter along with your resume and application.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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Salary range

$60200.00 - $75300.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Loyola Marymount University a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence the education of the whole person and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being life experience and beliefs to apply. (Visit for more information.)