Study Abroad Advisor (Part-Time)

Working Title: Study Abroad Advisor (Part-Time)

State Role Title:Education Support Specialist II

Position Type:Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Center for Global Engagement

Department: 100148 - CGE Administration

Pay Rate:Minimum Starting

Specify Range or Amount: $22 per hour

Is this a JMU only positionNo

Is this a grant-funded positionNo

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionNo

Beginning Review Date:7/31/2025

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A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
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General Information:

The Center for Global Engagement (CGE) is seeking a Study Abroad Advisor to support students throughout all phases of the study abroad experience including pre-application advising pre-departure preparation and post-program re-entry. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Study Abroad Advising and Student Support this part-time role (2030 hours/week not to exceed 1500 hours/calendar year) works in close partnership with the study abroad programs team and advising staff to deliver comprehensive advising and support student engagement with program offerings. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and diverse international education environment. CGE and the university seeks individuals who are dedicated to fostering global understanding and engagement.

Location: In-person position in Harrisonburg VA
Reports to: Assistant Director of Study Abroad Advising and Student Support
Work Schedule: 2030 hours per week (not to exceed 1500 hours per calendar year) flexible scheduling during regular business hours

Duties and Responsibilities:

Advise students and their families on JMU study abroad program options application processes scholarships and general program logistics through one-on-one meetings email correspondence events and website content management.

Manage an advising portfolio of JMU-administered programs by serving as a primary point of contact for program directors prospective applicants and enrolled participants ensuring consistent and accurate communication.

Represent the study abroad team at campus events orientations and outreach initiatives to educate and inform current and prospective students about study abroad opportunities.

Support student pre-departure processes including orientations visa and passport guidance insurance enrollment course registration and risk management coordination.

Contribute to the development and implementation of re-entry programming to support student learning and continued engagement after returning from abroad.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience with student advising ideally within international education
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management abilities; capable of balancing multiple tasks
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting
Experience living working or studying abroad
Knowledge of intercultural communication practices

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

This is a part-time wage position with no benefits.

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