Xavier University is a Jesuit Catholic institution located in the city of Cincinnati. The Education Abroad Office is seeking an Assistant Director for Education Abroad to advance global learning opportunities for students through management of study abroad program portfolio, advising, and outreach.

This position is responsible for the administrative, organizational, and communicative tasks required to manage a portfolio of study abroad programs. The role advises students through the entire study abroad process from outreach to re-entry, and supports students, faculty, and staff to ensure compliance with university related policies related to risk management, academic credit approval, and financial aid.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive advising to students about available study abroad programs, including semester and short-term opportunities, international internships, research abroad, and service-learning programs
• Coordinate, recruit, and administer bespoke Xavier study abroad opportunities, such as the XU in Peru Center and the STEM in London study abroad semester
• Support and coordinate education abroad outreach initiatives to students, such as study abroad fairs, classroom presentations, campus visits, information sessions, and admissions events for prospective students
• Co-facilitate pre-departure orientations and re-entry programming
• Maintain study abroad software system and processing of student applications (around 500 students each year)
• Maintain relationships with partner universities, partner programs, faculty leaders, and departmental contacts across campus
• Manage evaluations and assessments of study abroad programs
• Serve as secondary emergency contact for faculty and students while abroad

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required / Master's degree preferred in Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel, or related field
• 3-5 years of related work experience in international education and/or study abroad experience
• Outstanding verbal, written, and intercultural communication skills
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail
• Experience working with and advising undergraduate students
• Familiarity with study abroad best practices
• Working knowledge of study abroad software (preferably Terra Dotta) and/or willingness to learn
• Experience studying/living abroad preferred
• Second language ability preferred, especially Spanish

Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts and is strongly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our mission. We strive for a climate of respect and inclusiveness that welcomes and supports members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, is committed unreservedly to open and free inquiry, and deliberately seeks out multiple perspectives. Candidates who have worked with a diverse range of faculty, staff and students who can contribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences and interests. Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, skin color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

To ensure full consideration, interested/qualified applicants must submit the following on Xavier University’s website:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information of three professional references

Review of applications will start on February 19, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position closes at the University’s discretion.

Benefits:

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class.

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.

Required Skills

Required Experience

Bachelors with minimum 15 years experience or equivalent relevant work experience. Bachelors maybe substituted 2 for 1, in addition to the relevant work experience requirements.