Education Abroad Coordinator

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Posted: 16-Feb-24

Location: Urbana, Illinois

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Multicultural Affairs
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 5024888

Education Abroad Coordinator - Illinois Abroad and Global Exchange (Hybrid)
Illinois International - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Illinois is a world leader in research, teaching, and public engagement. We serve the state, the nation, and the world by creating knowledge, preparing students for lives of impact, and addressing critical societal needs through the transfer and application of knowledge. Illinois is the place where we embrace difference. We embrace it because we value it. Illinois is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the Illinois community.
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Vision 2030 Global Strategy is comprised of five key strategies that will support the university in realizing its vision to be the pre-eminent public research university with a global impact. Illinois International will directly support several activities and initiatives related to the global strategy in the coming years. Learn more about Vision 2030 Global Strategy .
Illinois International at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an international education organization that seeks to foster global learning and engagement, we actively strive to redress systematic injustices within our organization and foster positive contributions to our university and society. We do so by undertaking initiatives that foster belonging, enhance the competencies of our staff, and create greater access to resources and opportunities. Learn more about Illinois International's initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion .
Illinois Abroad and Global Exchange (IAGE) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has an opening for an Education Abroad Coordinator.
Illinois Abroad and Global Exchange (IAGE) is a unit within Illinois International that provides exceptional study abroad experiences through academically and professionally integrated pathways for Illinois students, faculty, and staff. The IAGE core services model provides support and guidance to students, faculty, and staff seeking to internationalize the University of Illinois' land grant mission. They serve as a collaborative partner to units across campus and seek to align their operations with best practices in the field of education abroad to promote global competence. Learn more about IAGE . Learn more about Illinois International .
Primary Position Function/Summary:
Provide support services for the evolving core functions of Illinois Abroad and Global Exchange and working in close collaboration with the University community to improve study abroad as an integral part of a transformative education.
Statement of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate a varied portfolio of study abroad programs around the world and provide general advising and comprehensive support to students with the study abroad process.
• Serve in an embedded role to academic units who have limited study abroad infrastructure to provide specialized support and advance study abroad opportunities specific to the needs of the unit.
• Coordinate the initial general admissions process and connect students with the appropriate study abroad resources and personnel to help them identify the best program match.
• Contribute to the expansion and overall coordination of campus-wide study abroad outreach, pre-departure programming, and diversity initiatives to increase awareness, access, and the utilization of study abroad opportunities and support services.
• Advise faculty and staff on program proposal and development procedures and best practices; provide support with designing programs that are academically integrated, foster cross cultural learning, and are in accordance with the Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good Practice.
• Participate in committees, special projects, and in the development of campus-wide projects and programming to share best practices in study abroad.
• Respond appropriately to student program participant needs and collaborate with the Office for International Safety and Security on incidents and emergencies; travel within the US and internationally to represent the University as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• One year of administrative experience working in an international office or organization, or working, living, or studying in 2 or more countries.

Preferred: (Successful candidates will have):

• Master's degree
• Advising experience at a large higher education institution supporting the student experience.
• Certification from the Forum on Education Abroad

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Organizational skills and the ability to be flexible and efficient managing complex projects and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), including the ability to deliver effective presentations to diverse audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate in the planning and implementation of large-scale events, orientation programs, cross-cultural activities, and student support services with the University community.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills; proactively identify solutions where guidelines may not exist.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, and partners in the U.S. and abroad.
• Authentic interest in being a member of a team, sharing responsibility, and contributing positively to office culture.
• Knowledge of and experience with advising, referring, and advocating for students.
• Demonstrated interest in student learning and development in cross-cultural settings.

CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY:
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a comprehensive and major public land-grant university (Doctoral/Research University-Extensive) that is ranked among the best in the world. Chartered in 1867, it provides undergraduate and graduate education in more than 150 fields of study, conducts theoretical and applied research, and provides public service to the state and the nation. It employs about 3,000 faculty members who serve over 33,000 undergraduates and 17,000 graduate and professional students. More information about the campus is available at www.illinois.edu. The university is located in the twin cities of Champaign and Urbana (total population 226,000) in east-central Illinois, and is situated about 140 miles south of Chicago, 125 miles west of Indianapolis, and 170 northeast of St. Louis. The University and its surrounding communities offer a cultural and recreational environment ideally suited to the work of a major research institution. For more information about the community, visit: Living in Champaign-Urbana , Visit Champaign County , or Champaign County Chamber of Commerce .
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION:
This is a full-time 100% Civil Service Program Coordinator position appointed on a 12-month service basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close date. Salary will be determined based on the candidate's education, experience, skills, and internal equity considerations. The minimum salary for this position is $51,350.00.
Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.
Civil Service employees may earn up to 28 days of vacation leave per year, depending on length of service. The University offers 11 annual paid holidays , 12 cumulative sick leave days, plus an additional 13 non-cumulative sick leave days, if needed, each year. For more information about campus holidays , vacation leave , and sick leave .
Health insurance is available to employees (with the option to purchase coverage for spouse and dependents), required participation in State Universities Retirement System (SURS), with several options for participation in additional retirement plans. Learn more about employee benefits at the University of Illinois . Newly hired employees are covered by the Medicare portion of Social Security and are subject to this deduction.
The University of Illinois has is strong committed to work-life balance and family-friendly programs for faculty and staff: Work-Life Balance & Family-Friendly Programs and Other Work-Life Programs .
APPLICATION PROCEDURES & DEADLINE INFORMATION:
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on 02/19/2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the bottom of this posting. Please include application, cover letter, resume, academic credentials, including required bachelor's degree (unofficial transcripts or diploma may be acceptable), and (3) professional references, including name, email, and phone number. Academic credentials will be verified before hire. Applicants are encouraged to specifically relate their background and experience to the requirements of the position as outlined above. Applications not submitted through this https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Illinois International Human Resources at [email protected] . For questions regarding the application process, please contact Illinois Human Resources at 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5024888&targetURL=. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Illinois Human Resources at 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing [email protected] .

To apply, visit https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/9534?c=illinois
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